SOLID STATE REPLACEMENTS FOR
VACUUM TUBE RECTIFIERS

 

SOLID STATE EQUIVALENTS
FOR VACUUM TUBE RECTIFIERS

NOTE:  These are not the typical solid state replacements for vacuum tube rectifiers which are just diodes placed in a tube socket compatible plug!!  Check Out the specifications below:
  • Plug and functionally compatible replacements for popular vacuum tube rectifiers.
  • Emulates the tube rectifier forward resistance curve so that DC output voltages remain similar.
  • Simulates the warm up of tube rectifiers with a linear in-rush current limiter - although this is typically 1-2 seconds vs. 7-9 seconds for a tube, this feature prevents large current surges and eliminates concerns over "cathode-stripping" and the need for installation of a high voltage (B+) standby switch associated with simple semiconductor diode substitutions.
  • Eliminates tube rectifier filament power consumption allowing power transformers to run cooler (filament power may remain connected to socket - not used by SSR)
  • Our SSR's do get hot in operation - use care just like you would with a vacuum tube.
  • May be slightly heavier than tube being replaced - so make sure they are secured/tensioned properly in applications where the unit is installed upside down.
  • SSR's are shiny black powder coat - look great in any application - and are typically 3 inches high.
  • When used as specified, will last the lifetime of the equipment in which it is installed.

Radio Daze
Part Number

Replaces Tube Types

Maximum Idc
(milliamperes)

Vdrop @
Maximum Idc

Filament Power Savings

Price Each

SSR-5Y3GT 5Y3G, 5Y3GT 125 50 10 watts $21.00
SSR-5V4 5V4G, 5V4GA 175 25 10 watts $22.00
SSR-5AR4\GZ34 5AR4, GZ34 225 17 9.5 watts Discontinued
Out of Stock
SSR-5Z3 5Z3 225 58 15 watts $25.00
SSR-83 83 225 16 15 watts $25.00
SSR-80 80 125 60 10 watts $25.00
SSR-5R4 5R4G, 5R4GA, 5R4GB, 5R4GY-A-B (limited to 2000 PIV) 250 67 10 watts Discontinued
Out of Stock
SSR-5U4GB 5U4G/5AS4, 5U4GB/5AS4A 275 50 15 watts Discontinued
Out of Stock
SSR-6X5 6X5, 6X5GT 70 22 3.8 watts  $21.00

 

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