Hello,
I wanted to start this thread to discuss the Heathkit AA-1800 Stereo Power Amplifier.
So, I guess my first question would be:
Does anyone know what the voltage ratings are for the power transformer? I can not find it in my manuals nor is it located on the unit itself.
I was considering perhaps making separate power supplies for each channel and locating the supplies in a separate chasis.
My Capacitors need to be replaced as they are original and I am sure are out of tolerances. So, I figured I would considerably increase the uF values ( ie, larger and/or more caps). That got me to thinking about separate supplies, basically for a project to do.
I am sure I would have to have a transformer made if I where to go with the same size. So, I was considering a new pair of toroids??? I would hate to gut a working amplifier to get a transformer from it. I own 3 now and just don't have the heart!
Recommendations/Suggestions?
Thanks!
Ed
I wanted to start this thread to discuss the Heathkit AA-1800 Stereo Power Amplifier.
So, I guess my first question would be:
Does anyone know what the voltage ratings are for the power transformer? I can not find it in my manuals nor is it located on the unit itself.
I was considering perhaps making separate power supplies for each channel and locating the supplies in a separate chasis.
My Capacitors need to be replaced as they are original and I am sure are out of tolerances. So, I figured I would considerably increase the uF values ( ie, larger and/or more caps). That got me to thinking about separate supplies, basically for a project to do.
I am sure I would have to have a transformer made if I where to go with the same size. So, I was considering a new pair of toroids??? I would hate to gut a working amplifier to get a transformer from it. I own 3 now and just don't have the heart!
Recommendations/Suggestions?
Thanks!
Ed