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Re: Beer signs arcing???

Posted By: Neon Creations
Date: Monday, 27 January 2014, at 11:59 p.m.

In Response To: Re: Beer signs arcing??? (Chris.oh)


> If this is a repaired (patched) tube, the
> block-out paint may change from an
> insulating coating to a conductor. If had a
> couple of tubes that seem perfectly fine
> give a decent little zap if you touch the
> 'burnt' block-out.

> I generally try to make sure there is ample
> space between units, paint some fresh
> block-out on any tight spots for good
> measure, and give a good listen for buzzing.
> I haven't had any pinhole issues... yet...
> knock on wood.

> Hope this helps

Actually, no. I know what you're talking about but this is different. While I was repairing the broken tube, I had that pc jumped out and the rest of the sign on. Two double backs arced. No buzzing, not on blockout, but they were close or touching.


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