[AMPS] Solid State Relay for Anode Primary ?

[measures@vc.net (Rich Measures)]

>Hi,
>
>Seeing that the screen supply question got some people going here
>is another. 
>
>Is there any reason I shouldn't use a solid state relay to switch
>an anode transformer primary (2.5Kw level) ? I've noticed that
>25 Amp versions are available that switch on at zero crossing.
>Sounds like a nice way to eliminate the mechanical relay with current
>limit resistor for surge protection.

The current limit resistor goes between the filter C and the HV-RFC.  
>Thanks
>
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