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[Amps] Zero Bias Amps Question

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Subject: [Amps] Zero Bias Amps Question
From: 2@mail.vcnet.com (Richard)
Date: Mon, 8 Jul 2002 09:38:28 -0700
>It has been suggested I add a string of diodes in the
>center tap of the Filament Transformer in my Swan Mark
>1 amplifier for bias.  This is a Zero Bias amp but
>bias is suggested anyway to ensure a stable bias
>voltage.  The tubes in use are a pair of 3-400Z tubes
>in GG.

3-400Zs have a Mu of c. 190.  They have a ZSAC of c. 80mA each at 3kVDC 
and 0V g-fil bias.  Less ZSAC is ok for CW, but not ok for SSB.
>
>I like to gather a variety of opinions on questions
>like this because I learn so much from the various
>opinions.
>73,
>Bill
>
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