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[AMPS] 50~ vs 60~ ???

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Subject: [AMPS] 50~ vs 60~ ???
From: rakefet@rakefet.com (Vic Rosenthal)
Date: Sat, 02 Jun 2001 09:56:20 -0700
"A.AIMETTE" wrote:
> 
> What happens when you operate a USA 60~ hi power amp on 50~?  Does the
> filament voltage change?  B+ voltage changes?

It depends.  Some transformers in US-made equipment are rated for 50/60 Hz and
others are not.  I used an SB-200 in Israel with no problems.  However, if the
transformer is not explicitly rated for 50 Hz., it can definitely burn up.  I
recommend checking with the equipment manufacturer.

73,
Vic, K2VCO
Fresno CA

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