[Amps] Henry 3kA Choke input Pwr Supply Overvoltage Query

Phil Clements philc at texascellnet.com
Fri Nov 18 11:01:05 EST 2005



> Subject: Re: [Amps] Henry 3kA Choke input Pwr Supply Overvoltage Query
> 
> 
> Choke input filter type power supplies require a quite a bit of bleeder
> current to prevent voltage soaring like you describe. You can find more
> information about this in your handbook. I suggest you confirm that the
> bleeder
> resistor(s) are in good condition.
> 
> 73/k5gw

Amen, Gerald....

Most of the Henry power supplies I have owned/seen over the years use c.
80,000 ohms total bleeder resistance, usually 4-each, 20,000 ohm 100 watt
units.

(((73)))
Phil, K5PC





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