Hi Craig,
Well that is always the issue.
Do you want to build and repair test equipment or use test equipment? It s a fine line that deserves
some thought before action.
Rebuilding an HV switching xfmr is definitely for the former!!! But I have to admit I have fallen
into the
fixit trap more often than I want to admit. I d have been better off buying something new!
Kjo
Well, I don't agree. You cannot buy a new anything that comes remotely close to a 576 curve tracer, at
least anything that costs less than $12,000 (for a refurbished, obsolete, Tek 370A). I shudder to
think what the current Keithley 2600-PCT-4B costs, but think seriously big money. And if your pockets
are that deep - go for it!
But back in the real world, before you get to use the 576 - you have to fix it. And a free 576 is most
certainly worth a day fixing.
Craig
