ZV4 has arrived.

[Nickolas K.]

kit?

Well, a kit would be great for US residents.
For the rest of us (considering shipping charges) a Qpack would be more than a welcome addition.

Nick

 

[UrSv]

I don't think the plan was to sell the ZenV4 as a kit. The intention was to make PCBs for us as that is the complicated part for a lot of us. The rest should be simple enough and we should perhaps do something ourselves as per definition this is DIY?


/UrSv

 

[fcel]

The intent of my post in regards to my Kit inquiry (not that I need one) is to find out if there is any truth to the proposal from Pass labs that they're planning to sell those fancy heatsink to us DIYers. I'm sure everybody wants those heatsinks from Pass labs if they are reasonably priced, don't we?

 

[FullThrottleRic]

fcel, gerber files are of no use to me, I need the patterns in an image format such as .jpg/.bmp/.gif for Press'n'peel to work (Press'n'peel is a REALLY good product IMO, print onto the p&p sheet and the iron onto copper board, then etch )

 

[audioPT]

fcel, gerber files are of no use to me, I need the patterns in an image format such as .jpg/.bmp/.gif for Press'n'peel to work (Press'n'peel is a REALLY good product IMO, print onto the p&p sheet and the iron onto copper board, then etch )

REALLY, REALLY, REALLY good product.
I've used a lot of technics to make PCB's, and this is the easyest way. Only need a laser printer!

Pedro Martins

 

[harvardian]

There are several Gerber viewer programs.

I will search and find a link...

Dale

 

[harvardian]

Try this one

Gerber viewer

 

[Rino odorico]

Cool Gerber Viewer

Cool software...can't get it to work with the Gerber files on PASS web site yet, but cool program. Didn't have to register, just clicked on the download icon.

 

[2Bak]

Use File > Import > Gerber or F2

 

[Selfmade]

I want to use Welwyn 0,1 % resisters for R2, R8, R5. The only I can get have 0,125 watt. Is this a problem, or is it necessary to use 0,25 watt resisters.
Which resisters in the circuit are audiable if the quality is high?

 

[Rino odorico]

Cool, that worked perfect

That worked out perfect! Thanks!

 

[Jens]

Just converted Nelson’s ZV4 gerber files into PDF – maybe helpful for some of us.

 

[Fritz]

Transformer source and price

Does anybody know the Plitron transformer price and whether it is a stocked item? Are potted version a lot more expensive. I want mine to be zenaesthetic.

 

[Karen]

The Plitron Stock number is #077014201. They are an "off the shelf" unit. They are potted in the center. $68.

 

[harvardian]

Plitron has nice products and have good prices, but nothing is "off the shelf". They always build to order. Off the shelf means no custom design and therefore prices are good.

FYI

Dale

 

[stefanobilliani]

For the input buffer I find avaiable the Zetex ZVP3306A .
Does anybody know if this P channel mosfet will do a good Job for this purpose?

Stefano Billiani

 

[harvardian]

Capacitance is a bit higher... Perhaps someone in the states could post some to you. (hint hint)

Dale

 

[stefanobilliani]

Is the capacitance that high for better use an IRF9610?

 

[Karen]

The last time that we went to lunch, Dave the rep said that the transformer was an "off the shelf" unit, so to speak. It is in the catalog as a Standard Power Toroidal Transformer.

 

[harvardian]

Sorry if I confused you. The 3310 has lower input capacitance. It also seems to be a favorite of Harry and Mr. Pass.

Karen,

I apologize for mis-speaking on the Plitron transformers. I was speaking from past experience on their products. I have ordered four different Plitron Standard power transformers and have had lead times of 3-12 weeks... Obviously, I like the company. It's just that you need to plan ahead.

Best Regards,

Dale