ARGON Power Supply UNBUILT KIT vintage VACUUM TUBE rectifier radio electronic PS

Description

Unassembled ARGON Vacuum Tube Rectifier Power Supply Kit
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This is a very interesting and unique electronic project kit. You construct a power supply, featuring a low-voltage, 'purple glow', Argon gas vacuum rectifier tube! The vacuum tube serves as the actual AC to DC rectifier in the circuit.  The more current the circuit draws, the brighter the purple glow from the tube! The kit also teaches basic regulated power supply design as explained below.
In order to keep costs as low as possible, the kit comes with a 350mA power transformer. This transformer supplies a nominal unloaded voltage of 19 volts DC. With a 220mA load, the output voltage is 15.4 volts. With a 350mA load, the output voltage is 12.1 volts. See our other listings for a higher power 96VA (watt) transformer, for higher output voltage and current. Maximum recommended output is 2 amps.
Complete kit with all necessary parts, including case, two power transformers, hardware, and all necessary components for one LM317 adjustable voltage regulator, to provide a regulated variable output.
Kit features printed circuit construction. Circuit board has optional provisions for two LM317 regulator circuits, a 78XX series 3-terminal fixed regulator, and a discrete zener diode - transistor regulated supply, to teach and demonstrate basic power supply theory.  Parts are not included for these sections.
Case comes with predrilled hole for vacuum tube mounting, and all hardware necessary. User must drill small holes as necessary. Basic instructions (
not step-by-step),
including parts list and schematic, are supplied on a CD-R, or printed hard copy.
The Argon tube will be tested in our prototype circuit before shipping, but being a vintage tube, comes with no warranty. We have never experienced a tube failure in our design and testing development. The tube has no part number or markings.
Kit requires moderate electronics assembly skill, not for beginners.  Not for sale to, or use by minors. Assembled kits can not be returned.
Unlimited uses, excellent for model railroad use. Connect it to a load resistor, and just use it for a fascinating conversation piece.
See our other listings for a
LOW COST
basic version
(tube, PC board and components only).
The seller makes no representation of any item(s) sold to be fit for a particular purpose and assumes no liability for its use or misuse. It is assumed that the unit(s) will be installed and operated by qualified personnel. The purchaser agrees that the seller shall not be held responsible or liable for any injuries or damages, whether incidental or consequential, associated in any way with the item(s).  Not for sale to minors.
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SHIPPING, Payment and Return Information
Item ships in a Priority Mail Medium Flat Rate box. Kit must be in original, unbuilt condition for refund.
High quality Pactec case.
Kit includes all parts.
Boxed and tested rectifier tube. Tube has no part number or markings.
Filament glow.
The actual tube glow is more purple than the purple/white color picked up by the camera,
and the filament is visible through the purple gas glow!
Large top hole for tube socket pre-drilled.
Tube socket can be directly mounted to board.
Kit comes with one LM317 regulator circuit as shown above.
Board has provision for four regulator circuits, including a classic, discrete
diode transistor circuit, to teach voltage regulator theory.
See our other listings for an optional 96VA (watt) transformer, for high power operation.
See our other listings for a LOW COST basic version (tube, PC board and components only).
Power Supply would make an incredible companion to our 1-tube vacuum radio kit.
See our other listings, for more of our EXCLUSIVE PC board kits,
including reproduction Knight Allied and Heathkit items.