replacing zener diode question pls

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guys ,
currently reworking the +/-16.5v PS rails of the preamp in my againg rotel amp.Just doing the usual caps replacemnt with better quality ones and better decoupling.

While i'm here, i was just wondering if it would be worthwhile to upgrade the existing zener diode to something else...something better that would contribute to a better supply in conjunction with the caps upgrade...

There are 2 zeners and they are :
RD16E - planar type 16v 500mw
http://www.datasheetcatalog.com/datasheets_pdf/R/D/1/6/RD16E.shtml

Could someone kindly suggest a more robust replacement for this pls.

The replies would be much appreciated fellas....

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Topic - replacing zener diode question pls - kalido 17:03:46 02/22/09 (4)

You may want to experiment with... - casouza 23:25:06 02/22/09 (3)

RE: You may want to experiment with... - kalido 04:45:03 02/23/09 (2)

RE: You may want to experiment with... - casouza 08:57:32 02/23/09 (1)

RE: You may want to experiment with... - kalido 17:09:20 02/25/09 (0)

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