[Amps] Bias Zener Diodes In Parallel ?

Steve Katz stevek@jmr.com
Fri, 19 Jul 2002 07:02:23 -0700



> The problem with a 50w zener is that its Vz is not adjustable.  A 
> fwd-biased Si diode string can be adjusted by changing taps.  
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> //'Tis true.  However, I don't know why I'd need it to be adjustable.  I
> suppose for an amp having two HV taps (CW and SSB) this might be a nice
> feature, however my amps don't.  Using signal-activated electronic bias to
> cut off the tube(s) between words, etc, is a cool feature that would
> require more than tap changing.
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> -WB2WIK/6
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