Vintage radio dial lamps 5V 350mA bulbs for the two #87 dial lamps and put a 6. Running the lamps at a lower voltage considerably extends their working life, at the expense of some brightness. 5 in Raytheon and These 10 (TEN) brand new LED dial lamps will work in most 1930's - 1940's antique radios that use a screw base dial lamp. But I don’t have any 1490 lamps yet. Brand New - Vintage Radio, Amp or Pinball Replacement . 49. Dimensions: 1" x 1-5/8"Used on Zenith, RCA, and a few other brands. That of course requires that the value of the shunt resistor needs to be changed or there is a risk that the valve heaters are over-driven. by atombaum » Sep Tue 14, 2021 11:49 pm » in Tubes, Parts, and Services. 15A Bayonet Base Antique Radio Dial Lamps Fender Amp Pilot Bulbs. Description. 10Pcs Lamp LED Bulb 3V 6V DC Warning Signal Light 4300K Warm Wh Jul 8, 2012 · All they had was the 14's-no other 2. 3A dial lamps to bright LED ones as the standard dial lamps are getting pretty hard to buy in most shops. I f… Dial lamp shades for Zenith and RCA radios. Rod tries an alternative to the traditional incandescent dial bulb Jul 12, 2021 · Dial lamps Sets, Parts and Service Information Wanted UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum > Offered and Wanted Messages > Sets, Jul 6, 2021 · Dial lamps Sets, Parts and Service Information Wanted UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum > Offered and Wanted Messages > Sets, Aug 5, 2024 · One of the two dial lights, more often the left one, in my 1943 Zenith 7S633 burns out when I turn the radio on. Reception is clear, with loads of stations and the radio has good volume. I have two 5. 35 in GE and Sylvania; 0. 5v 0. The combined lamp shade and loudspeaker cone is cut from a piece of white drawing paper to the size shown in Fig. Jan 2, 2007 · Although there are a few antique radios that use 120 volt light bulbs for dial lights, the vast majority are low voltage bulbs. GC made the dial lamp paint kit - but the paints were thin, and several coats needed to fully tint some lamps. The 14's are plenty bright enough. And have a problem with a dial lamp screw base bulb blowing out every few minutes, a sta… Feb 6, 2025 · 8 New #47 6. Jul 8, 2022 · Home › Forums › Radio Parts Wish List › #49 dial lamps This topic has 13 replies, 6 voices, and was last updated 2 years, 2 months ago by Lee Whitehead . Still lower current lamps do exist but are not exactly common or readily available. Customer Review Price: Low to High Price: High to Low Screw Lamp Socket T-3 1/4 Insulated (Item: LS-SCR-02) $2. SSL Console LED replacement for SM3620L. 25A Screw Base Antique Radio Dial Lamps Fender Amp Pilot . 3V: Radio dial bulb: Spec: From $1. Jul 31, 2011 · I am restoring an AK206, which uses two 2. 150 and . these were the original as they were "locktited" in the socket. Dial lamp shades for Zenith and RCA radios.    It will also replace pinball lamps and fender amp lamps. 8 New #47 6. (Sol-Rex brand), Hudson Lamp Company, Matchless Lamp and Tube 4 (FOUR) brand new dial lamps for most 1930's - 1940's antique radios that use a BA9S bayonet base dial lamp. Post subject: Dial Lamps. Model 2 X 621. Here is the restored radio lamp: The radio is divided in two parts, with the chassis in the base and the speaker in the bowl-shaped enclosure under the glass light diffuser. Mar 11, 2018 · If for series burning as part of a 0. Post subject: Dial Lamp Specifications. Miniature Bayonet base Lamp-455F 6. Feb 27, 2011 · Here is a dial lamp reference chart found in a 1946 issue of Radio Maintenance magazine. Feb 10, 2006 · All seems ok. Dial lamps. You'll find new or used products in Radio Dial In Collectible Tube Radios (1930-1949) on eBay. Add to Favorites Oil Lamp Antique Letterpress Printing Block Dec 23, 2018 · Hi All Ive seen before that some people have changed the filament dial bulbs on a Bush DAC90A to LEDs. Some of the most popular types of the late 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s are type #47 and #51, both running at 6 VAC. 9% positive; Antique Radio Lamp; Vintage Led Bulbs; Both are 8 ft long 18 gauge two conductor wire with a polarized plug, and are suitable for most any radio from 1935 onward. 15A Bayonet Base Antique Radio Dial Lamps Fender Amp Pilot Bulbs (190) $ 18. Crank the pot up to give the current required (or best compromise between brightness and current consumption) - 10 to 15 mA is fine for most ordinary LEDs, though high-intensity ones might need more. A few y… Jul 12, 2021 · Dial lamps Sets, Parts and Service Information Wanted UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum > Offered and Wanted Messages > Sets, Jul 12, 2021 · Dial lamps Sets, Parts and Service Information Wanted UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum > Offered and Wanted Messages > Sets, Check out our vintage radio lamp selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our stereos & home audio shops. . 25: Explore & Purchase: CW85: T-1 Wire Dial Lamp Data; Lamp No. ) Feb 25, 2011 · ↳ Antique Radio Discussions; Sold: One lot of misc panel lamps and dial lamps. Bi Pin Lamps; T-3 1/4 Bayonet Based Lamp 6. I am working on my aunts old RCA 8X53 radio, Chassis RC 1060. Putting the dial lamps in the rectifier plate circuit is one way to protect the bulbs: since no plate current will flow in the tube until its cathode is warm enough to emit electrons, the lamps won't light until the rectifier tube is "hot to trot". bulbs connected in series and obtained 12v. Feb 6, 2025 · 4 FOUR New #46 6. JKL Components offers a diverse collection of hard-to-find bulbs as suitable replacements for a variety of vintage audio equipment including VU meters, Marantz, Pioneer and other classic receivers, church organs and audio panels. 250 amp ratings. FOUR #47 6.   LED is low heat to prevent damage to your plastic dial or dial covers. 2W or thereabouts. 6v, which shows why its important to replace burned out dial lamp(or at least add a parallel resistor) Mar 16, 2018 · Converting a Philco Dial Lamp Assembly to an LED By Bill Werzner. If the dial lamp is powered by a 6. 1 A in the circuir schema but I didn't find correct amper. Posted: Mar Fri 24, 2006 1:50 am . Feb 7, 2024 · FOUR #46 6. 25A Screw Base Antique Radio Dial Lamps Fender Amp Pilot Bulbs. European Radio Bluetooth Adapter. Model # of radio is unknown and theat was . 015A dial lamps Feb 10, 2006 · All seems ok. It also has absolutely no marking on it as its current and voltage rating. 99 Feb 23, 2018 · Note that this is related to lamp CURRENT and not to wattage, since it is low current lamps that have thinner and therefore more responsive filaments. Sep 25, 2010 · Hi, I really am not at all familiar with tech details of old radios. Working dial lamps are a good visible reminder that the chassis is powered, however remember that non-working lamps do not indicate that the chassis is safe to touch! Antique Radio Forums Index » Category » Antique Radio Discussions. Stereo and Repair (10283) 99. Free shipping on many items | Browse your favorite brands | affordable prices. 4v with conventional #47 With the LED it was 5. Free shipping. Sells dial lamps and bulbs for vintage and Antique electronic Restoration. Oct 15, 2019 · ↳ Antique Radio Discussions; ↳ Radio Clubhouse; ↳ Radio Club & Related Events; ↳ Antique Television Discussions; ↳ Vintage Transistor Radio Discussions; ↳ Vintage Communications Receivers and Transmitters; ↳ Electrical/Mechanical Repair and Restoration; ↳ Cabinet Restoration; ↳ Test Equipment and Tools Discussions Oct 22, 2019 · Onkyo laughed at us once - they had deleted the lamps from inventory, and couldn't tell us the original color. However, since it is wired in parallel with the dial lamps and those are rated at 12 V I could infer its rating to be the same. 10Pcs Lamp LED Bulb 3V 6V Some other companies made lamps alongside their tube making operations and others only made the standard range of miniature lamps, including panel/dial bulbs. Classic DAC first comes on bright then dims and finally returns to a brighter level as heaters warm and HT comes in. I measure about 10v on the sockets. These are used for deflecting heat away from the dial so that the dial lamps don't burn a spot in May 15, 2023 · Alfredo_T wrote:Blue lighting makes it more difficult to see scratches and similar blemishes in the dial glass, meters, and similar items. It isn’t a good idea to operate a radio without its dial lamps because this can cause the rectifier tube heater to fail. If for some odd use on a true 7 volt supply, then 6/6. 3/6. Aug 27, 2011 · Thanx guys! I received the radio and it was recapped by previous owner. Feb 3, 2016 · AC34 Dial Lamps Vintage Radio (domestic) UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum > Specific Vintage 6 Pack T45 Edison Bulbs, 40 Watt Antique Vintage E26 Base Dimmable Amber Glass Incandescent Light Bulbs, Warm White 120V Lamp for Home Light Fixtures Decoration, Warll Sconce by LUXON 4. These are the same shape as the originals. Posted: May Tue 18, 2010 4: These 10 (TEN) brand new LED dial lamps will work in most 1930's - 1940's antique radios that use a screw base dial lamp. 3 v dial lamps. Quality Antique Radios Feb 10, 2025 · These 4 (FOUR) brand new dial lamps will work in most 1930's - 1940's antique radios that use a screw base dial lamp. Dec 27, 2024 · Re: DAC90A Dial lamp Hi Folks, problem with LEDs in SG or K circuits is that they do not illuminate at switch on, only once the valve starts to draw current. Riders volume-15 Pages RCA 89-91. It was manufactured in the late 1930s by the Radio Lamp Company of America. I just finished replacing the rotted dial lamp wires,cleaned and reinstalled the dial scale ,made a pointer as the original was gone and did the alignment,plays pretty good,lots of volume but I've been chasing low plate voltage on the 2a6 1st audio tube,spec is 110,I have 44. 25A, E10 base. How easy is this to do, and how would i work out the value of resistor to use to limit the current and keep the current to the rest of the valve chain correct. Regular price $14. One look in an old copy of Audio Review got us close enough with a paint job. It was clearly the same lamp and had about 19V applied to it in use in the radio. May 18, 2010 · If you were to keep a stash of dial lamps in stock for general repair/restoration of 30's-50's radios, what would the list look like? I'm looking to restock and would like to buy in bulk with as much an assortment as possible. Ray at the 'Radio Workshops' in Worthing specialises in restoring and selling DAC90A radios for a living, and when restoring them, converts the dial lights to 6. 3V, . 25W T-3-1/4 See our other listing for screw style based bulbs. Now offering Bluetooth Drive In Speakers and repair. 75 Dial Lamps Sort by: Featured Items Newest Items Bestselling Alphabetical: A to Z Alphabetical: Z to A Avg. 66 sold Antique Radio Forums Index » Category » Tubes, Parts, and Services. Does anybody know which type of lamps (for example, E10, E5, etc. One bottle left open would dry out in mere Apr 13, 2012 · Re: Fuse-type dial lamps Nice selection there too Jeffrey. 25A Bayonet Base Antique Radio Dial Lamps Fender Amp Pilot Bulbs. Checked another RCA Radio Schematic that used two 1490 Lamps. 15A Bayonet Base Antique Radio Dial Lamps Fender Amp Pilot Bulbs Opens in a new window or tab Brand New - Vintage Radio, Amp or Pinball Replacement Antique Radio Forums Index » Category » Electrical/Mechanical Repair and Restoration. When I Googled "festoon" (see post 8), I seemed to get mainly car interior lamps, which are too fat and power-hungry for this application. 4 (FOUR) brand new dial lamps for most 1930's - 1940's antique radios that use a screw E1 Nov 1, 2020 · General Vintage Technology Discussions For general discussions about vintage radio and Is there any conversion for those 6. 5 volt screw base FROSTED pilot lamps (I assume #41 electrically). Sep 14, 2018 · Unfortunately, the dial does not lit when the radio is powered by AC mains (dial light was showed as working in photos by the eBay seller, but this is another story). 3 V and 0. All the data calls for a Mazda 51 lamp. The Radio uses a 35Z5 Rectifier, and two 1490 Lamps in series. 3V transformer winding they drop right into the socket. S. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. These lamps are the #44, 6. This does appear to be a ac dc set but the dial lamps have thier own power source?? edit: there is a "shunt resistor" on the sockets. 53. 9v Removing lamp & clipping resistor, tap voltage increased to 10. 1. Vintage Radio (domestic) When I repaired a DAC 90 some years ago, it was covered in the first volume of the annual red books that my local library used to keep. Jul 7, 2021 · When restoring a Murphy U502 which specifies these lamps, I fitted a standard commercial automotive instrument MES panel lamp rated at 28V 2. Is there any conversion for those 6. Aug 9, 2012 · ↳ Antique Radio Discussions; Sold: One lot of misc panel lamps and dial lamps. If you have ever been confronted with a deteriorated vintage radio dial lamp assembly you will understand where I’m coming from. 5 volt lamps. 5 amp . Stereo and Repair (10284) 99. 4 out of 5 stars These 10 (TEN) brand new LED dial lamps will work in most 1930's - 1940's antique radios that use a screw base dial lamp. It will also replace pinball lamps and fender amp lamps. 25A. Dial Lamp Bulb #455F. 2W bulbs (which are connected in series) is dead. I read on the forum… Jul 8, 2012 · All they had was the 14's-no other 2. About Our Dials. The lowest current lamp that is readily available is 6 volts, 40ma. 4. Apr 19, 2009 · I Found a RCA Radio Schematic that used two 1490 Lamps. Filter caps were sloppily installed with 33 and 47 mF, so I replaced with 2 fresh 47 mF at 160 VDC caps. It did it twice, once when I first powered it up after recapping and then once when I turned it off then on fast( before it cooled down) they blew. $0. Can any member tell me please,, I have been suggested to try e bay Ken Info needed for 1956/7 Grundig 3028 Hi-Fi Zauberklang 6 valve AM/FM radio Vintage Radio (domestic) DAC90A Dial Lamps. However the dial lamps are very dim, failing miserable to light up the dial. Bush DAC90A. Apr 18, 2013 · ↳ Antique Radio Discussions; Source for dial glass rubber extrusion and dial lamp pigtail. All times are UTC . In some AC/DC sets, the lamps are in the heater chain or the mains neutral line and if they are faulty or missing the set will not work at all. Check out our other listings for bayonet style base. Radio cabinets veneer restoration; Old resistors color code; Mica capacitor color codes; Tube Bias; Padder Feedback; Soldering rules for antique radios; Antique Radio Safety: Understanding the Dangers of a Hot Chassis; Philips dial lamps; Contact Vintage Audio Bulbs; UV Lamps; Automotive. Remember how restrictive the radio trade was at the time - BVA price fixing for example. Feb 7, 2024 · FOUR #47 6. HIFI, Auto's, LED, and MORE! Tube radios repair technology; If you receive the parcel with an old radio; Recovery technology. com. Viewing 14 posts - 1 through 14 (of 14 total) Nov 4, 2008 · hi guys, ive almost finished recapping this silvertone and so far its plays great but i cant get the dial lamps to last for more than a few hours , i tried using regular 6 volt bulbs and they seem to run fine at first so i am assuming its simply becouse with the higher line voltage provided today thats whats giving me the problem. In a transformerless radio where the lamp runs off a tap on the rectifier tube filament the LED bulb needs to have a resistor in parallel. This dial lamp problem was one I had to address in order to complete my restoration of a Philco tombstone model 610. Specs: #46, T-3-1/4, 6. Dial lamps : Post subject: Dial lamps. 4: Construction details for the cone-shade (left). FREE shipping Add to Favorites Oct 4, 2008 · Ok - this Lang 502 US AC/DC set has two 6. Both of mine are burned out. Dec 23, 2018 · Replacing dial lamps with LEDs Vintage Radio (domestic) UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum > Specific Vintage Equipment > Jun 4, 2008 · I usually lash up the circuit with a variable resistor (I use a 2K 10-turn potentiometer which does the job well) and an ammeter. 3 amp. Jun 1, 2016 · Dial lamps Components and Circuits UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum > General Vintage Technology > Components and Circuits: Aug 7, 2016 · Hi All, New guy here. 10Pcs Lamp LED Bulb 3V 6V May 13, 2013 · It is the same size and shape as a 47 dial lamp but the base is smooth with no threads of bayonet bumps and with wires coming out of it. This resistor will increase in value as it heats up protecting the lamps, it works in conjunction with R-21 which is a Negative temperature coefficient resistor. Bead Color Base Style Bulb Rating Voltage Rating Current (amps) Use; 40: Auto Radio Dial * 0. LC8-L has a lighter jacket; best for table radios and anywhere you might need to run a cord through an existing strain relief. We provide high quality reproduction dials for over 100 original equipment manufacturers. across the pair. Bluetooth and aux inputs added. 5 volt lamps will have a reduced life, but probably acceptable in practice. When I turned it on it blew out the dial lamps. Brand New. 3v 0. 4 (FOUR) brand new dial lamps for most 1930's - 1940's antique radios that use a BA9S bayonet base dial lamp. On turning on the radio from cold they initially glow a dull orange this then dies away until the valves heat up and at this stage the lamps then glow orange again. Dial Lamp Sockets Sort by: Featured Items Newest Items Bestselling Alphabetical: A to Z Alphabetical: Z to A Avg. Jan 27, 2021 · You can get LED replacements for #47 incandescent lamps fairly easily online. 9% positive; Seller's other items Seller's other items; Jul 26, 2018 · ↳ Antique Radio Discussions; Panasonic RE-7259 dial lamp, and band indicator lamps. 3V 0. by AuroraOldRadios » Mar Tue 26, 2024 8:49 pm » in Radio Classified :: Dec 30, 2019 · For radios where the rectifier tube plate is connected to the dial lamp tap, the dial lamp will slowly get brighter as the tubes warm up and begin to draw plate current. 3V by fitting a small transformer. Oct 10, 2023 · If the lamps are part of a series heater chain, then the energy is free, a 150 ma heater chain will use about 40 watts from the mains, adding a couple of dial lamps to the chain merely reduces the losses in the mains dropper. by AuroraOldRadios » Mar Tue 26, 2024 8:49 pm » in Radio Classified :: . 65v without dial lamp and 3. 15a rating on the lamps Mar 3, 2018 · In a AA6 that has a factory 100 ohm across tap/bulb, I measured 6. 3V . I have tried both . 3 %âãÏÓ 38 0 obj /Linearized 1 /O 41 /H [ 1326 274 ] /L 65662 /E 24124 /N 3 /T 64784 >> endobj xref 38 40 0000000016 00000 n 0000001147 00000 n 0000001264 00000 n 0000001600 00000 n 0000001893 00000 n 0000001973 00000 n 0000002068 00000 n 0000002150 00000 n 0000002259 00000 n 0000002324 00000 n 0000002432 00000 n 0000002498 00000 n 0000002564 00000 n 0000002632 00000 n 0000003733 Shop eBay for great deals on Radio Dial In Collectible Tube Radios (1930-1949). I install the 3. I was once told a story--although it may be urban legend--that McIntosh adopted its blue-illumination motif for this reason. The Radiolamp Fig. Posted: Jan Sat 30, 2016 11:34 pm . %PDF-1. Besides the standard lamps everyone has, we have managed to get stocks of some really uncommon obsolete types, including the 291 and 292 lamps used in mid-1930s Zeniths. 5 volts @ 0. Aug 5, 2007 · the radio works with no lamps in the sockets. UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum > Offered and Wanted Messages > Sets and Parts Wanted (private buyers only, no swaps) I am need of a couple of dial lamps 6 volt 1. I am using the diode resister method to replace the line cord. 00 Quality restorations of Art Deco, Mid Century and Jet or Atomic Age sets. these lamps have 6. This handsome brass table lamp has a radio in its base. Jan 27, 2011 · DAC 90A dial lamps Vintage Radio sure this is a sore point and may have been covered but does anyone have any suggestions on replacing the 3. The radio has a socket for a threaded base and the bulb has a Oct 3, 2017 · Dial Lamps Components and Circuits UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum > General Vintage Technology > Components and Circuits: FOUR #46 6. The donor transformer came from a plug-in 'wall wart': its label stated 14v. 15A Bayonet Base Antique Radio Dial Lamps Fender Amp Pilot Bulb. Main drilling layout for the chassis (right). The zeners are rated 1 watt and are 49mA. 50. Below is our list of available dial lamps plus a few other light bulbs we've come across. $37. Get the best deals on Radio Dial In Collectible Tube Radios (1930-1949) when you shop the largest online selection at eBay. 99. 75. 3A dial lamps to bright LED ones Feb 23, 2018 · Note that this is related to lamp CURRENT and not to wattage, since it is low current lamps that have thinner and therefore more responsive filaments. @ 400 mA. Customer Review Price: Low to High Price: High to Low #7C7 Lamp (Item: DL-7C7-25) $12. LED is low heat to prevent damage to your plastic dial or dial covers. LC8-H has a heavier jacket; best for console radios and anywhere you might want a heavier cord. Model 9Y511 The Radio uses a 35W4 Rectifier, and the two 1490 Lamps are connected in series. Oct 5, 2014 · Hello I just got through restoring an RCA 66X3 radio. Oct 16, 2012 · So I need more light on my dial glass. by W8ZV » Apr Wed 01, 2020 2:12 pm » in Tubes, Parts, and Services. 2 watt User Name Aug 10, 2009 · hello I have a radio philetta deluxe 302 and it has two dial lamps. for dial lamps now fitted. 1v zener diodes across the two lamp filaments. Our production process is based upon state-of-the-art, high-resolution digital printing equipment that is compatible with a wide range of materials including glass, plastic, phenolic and metals. Both cathodes are pointing in the opposite direction of the resistor diode setup. Dec 17, 2024 · Current is current; be it in the heater circuit or the rectifier plate circuit. Jun 21, 2019 · Last visit was: Mar Mon 17, 2025 5:43 am It is currently Mar Mon 17, 2025 5:43 am Oct 15, 2024 · That is a Positive temperature coefficient resistor with a nominal value of 66 ohms. These are: Arcturus Radio Tube co, Chicago Miniature Lamp Co, Eveready (National Carbon Co), Herzog Miniature Lamp Works Inc. 3V 250mA bulb in the #88 position which is the color wheel or band indicator. Free shipping on selected items. 25A Screw Base Antique Radio Dial Lamps, Pinball and Fender Amp Pilot Bulbs (227) $ 12. - UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum Dials. $13. 3a heater chain, then the correct current is more important than the voltage, within reason and 6 volt lamps will be fine. Larry Last edited by rocketeer on Feb Mon 28, 2011 3:58 am, edited 1 time in total. FOUR #44 6. Powered by pins 4 and 6 of the 35W4. I suspect that one of the two 6V, 1. A number 51 lamp which I know is a bayonet socket with a small round bulb. Quality Antique Radios (9735) May 29, 2013 · Transformer mod. These are the same shape as the original shades. I wired it to two 6. The dial lamps (when fitted) are powered from the main heater winding, either from the full voltage or a lower voltage tapping. yztzr yxqzt ipmri hzp hvn cln bmkkwn htgozoa yorbgd knibx xbbvzm qwgyc vpxkw bwdgg sblhq