24-05-2024, 11:42 PM
The PCL82 (and PCL86) does run hot, yes.
Reducing pentode anode current (increase the cathode resistor) will help. You'll have to raise the load appropriately to make best use of the voltage and current swing, but that's just a matter of choosing the output transformer.11
Reducing pentode anode current (increase the cathode resistor) will help. You'll have to raise the load appropriately to make best use of the voltage and current swing, but that's just a matter of choosing the output transformer.11
