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Old August 25th 07, 04:04 AM posted to rec.radio.amateur.boatanchors
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Default Possible Dial Lamp Replacement (LED Types)

The Shadow wrote:
At URL:
http://superbrightleds.com/BA9S6_specs.htm

Sez:
6 Volt replaces incandescent: 6MB, 44, 47, 755
12 Volt replaces incandescent: 12MB, 756
28 Volt replaces incandescent: 313,757,1819,1829,24MB
48 Volt replaces incandescent: 48MB

Also see URL:
http://superbrightleds.com/specs/ba9s.htm

Comments??????

Lamont


Those have a narrow viewing angle, which would be ok if they were used for
indicator lamp assemblies. You want a wide viewing angle for backlighting
meters and dials.

After trying LEDs, and finding the light was too focused, I wound-up just
using grain-of-wheat lamps (from the local model supply emporium) when
relamping my new-to-me TS-130S. Then, a friend (service manager for a sound
equipment company) said, "Just file/grind off the lens on the LED... the
light will be a bit dimmer but spread over a wider area." I intend to do
that the next time around.

If using incandescent lamps, you can also use a current source or varistor
to limit the inrush current, and extend the life somewhat.

Bryan WA7PRC