Re: Resistor Source

Michael A. Terrell <mike.terrell@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Mike Burch wrote:

Jim Barnard wrote:
I am restoring a Heathkit SB-301 and a Hallicrafters SX-101. Can someone
recommend a vendor for 1 watt and 2 watt carbon composition resistors?
Thanks,

In my opinion I think you should avoid carbon comp's altogether. Try
Circuit Specialists or Antique Radio Supply both in Arizona for really
great carbon film substitutes. 73's Mike K8MB

there are circuits where carbon film have a higher failure rate than
carbon comp. Film resistors do not handle pulsed power very well, but
carbon composition does.

That's just a matter of proper derating, though.

And, of course, finding failed film capacitors can be difficult, while
detecting failed carbon composition resistors can sometimes be done from
the other side of the room...
--scott


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