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RayJ · 2nd February 2006, 08:34 PM

[/img]Do the 2n3055 transistors need to be isolated from chassie (or) the collector mounted directly to the chassie w/ silicone heat compound.

Dr.EM · 2nd February 2006, 08:49 PM

The case is the collector, but its usually best to isolate the case from any heatsink with an insulator designed for the job.

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2nd February 2006, 08:34 PM	(permalink)
RayJ	Nubie needs help? [/img]Do the 2n3055 transistors need to be isolated from chassie (or) the collector mounted directly to the chassie w/ silicone heat compound.

2nd February 2006, 08:49 PM	(permalink)
Dr.EM	The case is the collector, but its usually best to isolate the case from any heatsink with an insulator designed for the job. __________________ Angry!? I'm absolutely electrolytic! Will have to make do with myspace now I guess...