Hi guys , there goes one more question Yellow_Light_Colorz_PDT_14 .
After reading many forums and checking several suppliers , I've got a Hammond 373X PT ( 700 V CT , 110 mA ) . The amplifier will be a Fender Deluxe 5E3 .
Many guys ( Triode electronics for instance ) sell a 700VCT as the PT for their Deluxe Kits, but I'm afraid that if I use it (along with a new production 5Y3, closer to a 5U4 than to a real 5Y3) My B+ is gonna go around 420 VDC , even with a NOS 5Y3 could go around 400 VDC .
I guess I could use this PT anyway , reviewing the resistor values on my Power Supply and on the cathode of my power tubes ,but of course the overall "spirit" of the Deluxe would change and/or my tubes would run hot and have a short life .
I know there are some ways to lower the B+ ( using Zener diodes from the CT to ground ) . Are these methods safe ?
Would my power tubes be still running at safe values if I leave it as it is now ?
Thanks in advance .
SUSO