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Originally Posted by NoPegs
For the price including free shipping, I would definitely give it a try if the set was on my workbench. The advantages of the solid-state replacements are: reduced loading on the horizontal output tube and flyback, as there's no filament to heat up, and you can drastically simplify the connections to the socket. Literally all you need is the connection to the anode lead/HV regulator tube coming out the bottom. I'd unhook the filament loop, insulate the ends, and tuck them away in case they're needed in the future.
The voltage withstanding and current handling capability of the S-3AT2 replacement exceeds the specs for the normal 3AT2 (A/B) series.
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The only time, I used a SS replacement, was when the filiment loop was punctured through and arcing. I cut it short or tried to remove it completely.
Never had any problems. Usually on an RCA or one of the clones.