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[atmasphere]

I wonder if this tester is good enough to check the health of the tubes it is capable of testing?

Valve Tester MKII | Accurate valve-testing made simple

The Orange Valve Tester MKII makes testing preamp and power valves quick, accurate, and safe, now with expanded features and modular upgrades.

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It is.

 

[nc42acc]

It is.

Thanks......Coming from a tube equipment manufacturer that is very assuring.

 

[Michaels HiFi]

I wonder if this tester is good enough to check the health of the tubes it is capable of testing?

Valve Tester MKII | Accurate valve-testing made simple

The Orange Valve Tester MKII makes testing preamp and power valves quick, accurate, and safe, now with expanded features and modular upgrades.

orangeamps.com

For basic testing is sure it. It looks to be a basic go/no go tester meaning it will tell you simply tell you (generally) if the tube is OK to use or not.

It's great for the person who simply wants to be a responsible tube owner but not get into the nitty-gritty of testers and such.

I know for a while Orange was having some issues with their testers not breaking, I don't know if that has been resolved.

 

[Michaels HiFi]

Using a black patina wax to apply against the grain and then wipe off to help highlight the grain pattern and imperfections in the wood adding an 'aged' look to the piece.

You apply the black wax against the grain to really work it in. Then again wiping agains the grain wipe over clear wax that will remove the black that is on the surface but leave the black in the grain alone to help highlight the effect.

 

[nc42acc]

For basic testing is sure it. It looks to be a basic go/no go tester meaning it will tell you simply tell you (generally) if the tube is OK to use or not.

It's great for the person who simply wants to be a responsible tube owner but not get into the nitty-gritty of testers and such.

I know for a while Orange was having some issues with their testers not breaking, I don't know if that has been resolved.

I think the MKII version cleared up their issues.
I don’t have the knowledge or expertise to restore and calibrate a vintage tester. I did find this company but would require two testers, one for preamp tubes and one for power tubes.

MaxiPreAmp II Digital Preamp Tube Tester | Maximatcher

The MaxiPreamp II – the new standard of tube measurement. The MaxiPreamp II Digital Tube Tester is a compact, precision measurement station for the test bench or sales counter. It’s designed to test…

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[Michaels HiFi]

I think the MKII version cleared up their issues.
I don’t have the knowledge or expertise to restore and calibrate a vintage tester. I did find this company but would require two testers, one for preamp tubes and one for power tubes.

MaxiPreAmp II Digital Preamp Tube Tester | Maximatcher

The MaxiPreamp II – the new standard of tube measurement. The MaxiPreamp II Digital Tube Tester is a compact, precision measurement station for the test bench or sales counter. It’s designed to test…

maximatcher.com

I've heard very good things about the Maxi's. You should be good to go with them.

I totally agree that owning a vintage tester is a commitment for sure. It's not for the faint of heart.

 

[Michaels HiFi]

WOOO HOOOO!!!!

If you recall the new (1947) Weston tester I received was acting funky. I was a bit perplexed.

So I Facetimed my West-Coast-tube-tester-buddy (he's a retired Navy Engineer who used to use these testers on the ships) walked me through some steps and we got it working fantastic!

Now it's time to undertake the cosmetic refinishing and later this week tackle opening up the 1936 Supreme tester on the left of this photo to check out the insides of that one.