Hello!
I'm using two rectifier diodes-one off each of the HV secondary leads, capacitor/resistor shunt and two 50k IIRC 10 turn wirewound pots with electrolytics grounded positive for bias. I've read this isn't the best set-up, but this is my first DIY and I didn't want to stray from the schematic.
Circuit shows, IIRC, .25 amp 600v selenium diodes-it's an old circuit.
I was wondering if using 3 amp 1000v silicon diodes would cause any problems. I've got 800vct on the HV secondaries and need @ -20v per side.
I've got the 3 amp 1000v silicon diodes on hand, and I like the idea of over-rating for less heat and greater longevity, but I don't know if using the larger diodes will lower the voltage significantly.
Any and all help would be appreciated,
mr. mojo
I'm using two rectifier diodes-one off each of the HV secondary leads, capacitor/resistor shunt and two 50k IIRC 10 turn wirewound pots with electrolytics grounded positive for bias. I've read this isn't the best set-up, but this is my first DIY and I didn't want to stray from the schematic.
Circuit shows, IIRC, .25 amp 600v selenium diodes-it's an old circuit.
I was wondering if using 3 amp 1000v silicon diodes would cause any problems. I've got 800vct on the HV secondaries and need @ -20v per side.
I've got the 3 amp 1000v silicon diodes on hand, and I like the idea of over-rating for less heat and greater longevity, but I don't know if using the larger diodes will lower the voltage significantly.
Any and all help would be appreciated,
mr. mojo