[Amps] Need rectifiers for X-ray supply

[George Watson]

Wow, just wow. She may not be a keeper.

Good luck finding the rectifiers.


On Oct 21, 2010, at 1:20 PM, Borislav Trifonov wrote:

> Hello gentlemen,
> I was using four GE KR-9A kenotrons (probably pre-1960s) to rectify 120 
> kV at (pulse driven average) 50 mA for my DIY X-ray setup.  Didn't 
> bother immersing in oil due to running at much lower power than what the 
> tubes are obviously designed for.
> Last night had a big argument with the girlfriend and she broke three of 
> the tubes... I almost cried.
> I'm wondering if anyone here has leads to other suitable high voltage, 
> high power tubes so I can rebuild my bridge.  I've only found one other 
> KR-9A willing to part with its owner on teh intrawebs this far.
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