![]() ![]() |
Audio Asylum Thread Printer Get a view of an entire thread on one page |
For Sale Ads |
108.45.150.12
In Reply to: RE: Loose socket for 12AX7 tubes posted by Akolegov88 on March 16, 2025 at 22:32:51
I concur with TK, the best choice is to replace all the sockets, if they look like the one shown (gold plated pins, porcelain socket body). Older amphenol sockets are actually superior because of better metallurgy, but they don't look as sexy. Before I knew any better, I used several such (porcelain) sockets in homebrew equipment. So far, I have been lucky as none have failed.
Follow Ups:
Thanks, I will try to get amphenol sockets locally.
I was not aware that amphenol was still in production of tube sockets. If you are going to purchase vintage, make sure they are NOS and make sure you have pictures. I used to purchase them, and when they come in corroded or a barn find, it is just useless.
On the other hand, as (I think) someone else suggested, Belton sockets are really good. They grip pins very tightly.
Be aware, some (most) amphenol, Belton, etc are larger than the porcelain ones and will not fit directly. Be sure to check the specs of the actual diameter of the socket first.
FAQ |
Post a Message! |
Forgot Password? |
|
||||||||||||||
|
This post is made possible by the generous support of people like you and our sponsors: