I'm currently restoring an old radio, and the resistors in it are ones I've never seen before. I need to know how to interpret the value on these, so I can test them and replace any out of tolerance. Picture:
Also if I need to replace some, what wattage? The radio is about 70 years old, and has 5 valves.
"Dave.H" <
Same colour code as all others.
Dot = number of zeros.
....... Phil
There's some red resistors, these are marked "100 8 A" What value are these?
Picture:
There are some other resistors, which are somewhat different. I assume they are read the same as the body end dot versions
"Dave.H"
More like a ceramic cap or small inductor.
BTW
You used a Canon A430.
Brilliant for close up shots.
Got one myself.
....... Phil
Try news:rec.antiques.radio+phono Give them the Brand and Model numbers and they may be able to help you find a schematic.
Not sure if this site covers only American-made radios, but you may want to try
Good luck.
Richard
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