[TenTec] TT 210 psu

[Shawn]

Is there a missing bleeder resistor? I wouldn’t think 1.5A is required for good regulation but perhaps it just needs more current.

Shawn kb1ckt

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> On Jun 27, 2022, at 6:18 AM, ROLAND HOWELL via TenTec <tentec at contesting.com> wrote:
> 
> 
> Hi all
> I recently sold a TT 210 power supply having tested it, as i always do, before listing and subsequently selling.
> The new owner commented on how well it was packed but then started to doubt my parentage, my honesty and a host of other things that are not printable.
> 
> What happened was that before hooking up to his radio he tested the NO LOAD voltage which was approx 23volts, i sent him a refund and paid for the return of the unit.
> 
> I tested it and sure enough 23 volts on the fluke 73, however when i attached it to my dummy load at 1.5amps it immediately dropped to a whisker under 12volts which is close to the rated output.
> 
> Wanted to keep it it as original as possible internally, this of course may not be possible, i renewed 99% of the components, still same result.
> 
> Is this normal?
> 
> Or should i rebuild it using more modern components, a 7812 or 7815 etc.
> 
> As usual any and all thoughts/advice welcome
> 
> Thanks, Snowy G0HZE
> 
> 
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