Members Peaveyherman Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 What do i have to do to discharge this thing so i don't die while taking it apart? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members nos Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 Go here http://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=tube+amp+safety&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8 Go to several pages and keep in mind that the info contained there is gonna keep you alive. If you think you can take the info to heart and you still feel like it, dig in at your own risk. Remember, that stuff can kill! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members grayeyes777 Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 nos has the perfect avatar for this thread! LOL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Cougar Hunter Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 nos has the perfect avatar for this thread! LOL.I LOL'ed:lol::lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Sex Panther Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 From the looks of it...you don't care if you put a char mark in the chassis. I say grab a big f'in insulated scrooge driver and discharge teh bish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members olgluefoot Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 From the looks of it...you don't care if you put a char mark in the chassis. I say grab a big f'in insulated scrooge driver and discharge teh bish. this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mike moriarty Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 Rub it really hard.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Harvest Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 strip the rubber off that black cable on the left and hang on for dear life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members NeloAngelo Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 something to do with a resistor and something else... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members olgluefoot Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 something to do with a resistor and something else... thats for science class! this is the real world! Just use a screwdriver from your filter caps to your chassis. Itll sound like a .22 went off. and it will be really pretty. DONE! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TornadoOfSouls Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 The easiest way to discharge it is to plug it in, soak your hands in water and rub your fingers around the transformer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members NeloAngelo Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 i really wish people would give at least a couple serious answers before douching off in these kinds of situations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TornadoOfSouls Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 i really wish people would give at least a couple serious answers before douching off in these kinds of situations. Seriously, what a bunch of assholes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members NeloAngelo Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 http://www.kbapps.com/tubecare.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Say Ocean Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 With a fork. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TornadoOfSouls Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 With a fork. This. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members NeloAngelo Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 http://www.instructables.com/id/SQWYOA2F9T400IV/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members HKSblade1 Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 Kill all power to the amp. Remove the tubes Take a 1k or 2K ohm 5W or so resistor from ground to the big filter cap terminals or trace the Plate side (B+) of the output tubes. You can make this with a couple alligator clips and some wire. CLIP>Resistor> wire to ground (chassis) >CLIP You can also buy insulated gloves at home improvement stores than can reduce the shock potential. Or if you want additional safety. Leave the resistor clipped to the B+ sources for a min or more. Take a Multimeter and measure the DC voltage on the pins. When the voltage is very low (4-5v) or at best, Zero, should be safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members NeloAngelo Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 Kill all power to the amp. Remove the tubes Take a 1k or 2K ohm 5W or so resistor from ground to the big filter cap terminals or trace the Plate side (B+) of the output tubes. You can make this with a couple alligator clips and some wire. CLIP>Resistor> wire to ground (chassis) >CLIP You can also buy insulated gloves at home improvement stores than can reduce the shock potential. Or if you want additional safety. Leave the resistor clipped to the B+ sources for a min or more. Take a Multimeter and measure the DC voltage on the pins. When the voltage is very low (4-5v) or at best, Zero, should be safe. finally a good suggestion that doesnt result in a massive instant discharge or death. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members katillac Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 If you plan to ever do this more than once or twice, I think you'd be better off putting together a capacitor discharge box like those discussed in this thread. There also is the "resistor method" which uses a sand block resistor, but in my opinion, a discharge box is the best way in the long run if you're ever going to discharge other caps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Sardocasm Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 I thought this thread would be about VD.http://www.truveo.com/VD-What-a-Drag/id/1396278688 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members olgluefoot Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 i really wish people would give at least a couple serious answers before douching off in these kinds of situations. i did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members katillac Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 i did. He said serious, not seriously retarded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members NeloAngelo Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 or just wait a couple minutes. it'll be fine. you trying to kill someone?dont speak unless you know what you are talking about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members extollo Posted February 17, 2009 Members Share Posted February 17, 2009 you trying to kill someone? dont speak unless you know what you are talking about. The little bulb was supposed to be a clue that it was not serious, but post removed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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