148A-BULK

Overview

The Hammond Manufacturing 148A-BULK is a push-pull tube audio output transformer designed for general-purpose and replacement applications. It features through-hole PC pin termination with bulk packaging. The component has an insertion loss of 0.5dB, a maximum seated height of 0.690 inches (17.53mm), and physical dimensions of 0.820 inches in length by 0.680 inches in width.

Feature Summary

• Designed for push-pull tube output circuits
• Through-hole PC pin termination style
• Bulk packaging format

Applications

• Push-pull tube audio output circuits
• General-purpose audio transformer applications
• Replacement use in tube amplifier designs

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific impedance configuration required for your circuit design before ordering. Confirm that the bulk packaging format aligns with your assembly process capabilities. Ensure the through-hole PC pin termination matches your printed circuit board layout specifications to guarantee proper mechanical and electrical integration.

Selection Notes

Select this component when replacing existing transformers in tube-based audio equipment or designing new push-pull output stages. Consider the specific primary and secondary impedance requirements of your vacuum tube pair. Evaluate the physical space constraints against the component's maximum seated height and footprint dimensions.

Part Context

This part belongs to Hammond Manufacturing's line of audio output transformers. These components are engineered specifically for vacuum tube amplifier architectures. The product serves as a critical interface between the output tubes and the speaker load, ensuring efficient power transfer and signal fidelity in analog audio systems.

Replacement Considerations

Ensure the replacement unit matches the original transformer's primary and secondary impedance values. Verify that the pinout configuration and physical mounting dimensions are compatible with the existing chassis or PCB to avoid mechanical interference.