Vector Candidate?

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I came across this CRT (A48ABE10X) in an old TV that I picked up last fall. As soon as I cracked open the case, I noticed that this one was not typical. It is a 90 degree tube. Google search reveals CR-24 socket. It tested out amazingly well and has near zero burn, no scratches, and lots of emission life left.

Is it a candidate for a 6100? I've read a few posts stating that people have had success using a 90 degree tube with a CR-24 socket and that the biggest caveat was that the neck stuck out further. I would guess that the narrower deflection angle would have to affect the image, but I have no experience with that.

What's the deal with the zip tie holding that little ring assembly where the convergence rings normally sit? It seems glued in place. It's not a truly bonded design either because the deflection coil has a clamp like normal.

Anyway, If you think that this is something to keep aside for the vector lovers, I will. If it's just another tube with a less common socket, I may try and whip up an adapter to try out a K4900 or K4600. It has a nice long neck on it so the "new" yoke/rings should have plenty of room.

If it turns out to be junk, I will keep the neckboard for one of you that needs it to make a test adapter.

Thanks and good day...
 

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Leaving aside the tube deflection angle, finding a 35 year old TV with a CR24 neck shouldn't be particularly exciting because you could get a much newer TV (with guns and phosphors in better condition) with a CR23 neck and simply change the socket on the K6100 neckboard.
 
That makes sense to me. I just figured that I would mention it here in case there was someone that was looking for this type to complete a project. Thanks for the input.


Leaving aside the tube deflection angle, finding a 35 year old TV with a CR24 neck shouldn't be particularly exciting because you could get a much newer TV (with guns and phosphors in better condition) with a CR23 neck and simply change the socket on the K6100 neckboard.
 
19" 6100's normally use 100 degree tubes (which are the less common type).

You might be able to turn it into a vector monitor by using one of Fred Konopaska's deflection board kits, and hand-rewinding the yoke yourself.
 
That does sound like an intriguing project. Thanks for the tip! I have enough irons in the fire at the moment so I will probably just put it back on the shelf for now.

19" 6100's normally use 100 degree tubes (which are the less common type).

You might be able to turn it into a vector monitor by using one of Fred Konopaska's deflection board kits, and hand-rewinding the yoke yourself.
 
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