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In Reply to: Tube Rectifiers - Need Expert Help posted by Lord Soth on September 24, 2012 at 05:39:58:
5U4 draws 50% more heater current than the others, so don't try it unless you're sure the transformer can take it. Add 5V4 to your list - same as GZ32, really. Expect to rebias since different tubes will affect B+, have different voltage drop.
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