Kevin,
It looks very promising. Your results now have me wanting to check out my 10. I just might bring it up slowly this weekend to see what happens. The seller told me they had it powered up and got “colored snow” so maybe it will come to life. I’ll let you know.
My CTC 7 sat for nearly two years before I got the chance to restore it. I noticed the glass looked dark but figured it was dust accumulation. Not until I removed it did I realize it was tinted.
My 10 has the same appearance so I’m guessing they were tinted. I saw a mention in an older thread (that I can’t find now) about tinted glass being used to keep room light and glare from the surface of the tube because of the lack of brightness of the CRT IIFC.
By all means discharge the HV cup before reaching in there. I leave it grounded with a clip lead as a smaller charge can build up again in my experience.
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Originally Posted by miniman82
It'll hurt if it bites you, but it won't kill you. lol
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And it will leave a lasting impression- usually on your elbow or head….
Rick