159 bulbs for Badcat amplifier

ToneControl

I need some replacement bulbs, I can't seem to find any Uk stockist

these are the wedge-shaped ones 6.3v, run off the heater circuit

any ideas?

https://www.interlight.biz/itemimages/T3.5W.JPG

https://www.interlight.biz/light-bulb/159

ICBM

You might find something like this from a car parts supplier - things like this are often used for fittings & dashboard lights etc. Even if they're 12V they will probably work fine, just slightly less bright, and last longer - I always use 12V bulbs in things like Fender jewel lamps for that reason.

There are some that are 6V as well, although they don't look identical - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/WEDGE-BASE-CAPLESS-DASHBOARD-BULB-6-VOLT-6V-1-0-WATT-1W-P284-284-x-10-/290674742114

Stupid design to be honest. I'd probably replace them with a white LED and a resistor and be done with it for good...

ToneControl

thanks, I wondered about using LEDs too

jpfamps

Matchless amps used the standard Fender bulb. 

Are these different?

IvisonGuitars

@ToneControl I got mine from a jukebox parts supplier, there are used in jukeboxes and pinball machines, was about 2 quid for 10 as I recall, I'll see if I can find a link...

IvisonGuitars

http://www.pinballheaven.co.uk/shop/pinball-heaven/259-555-wedge-base-10-pack-wms-p-n-24-8768

Here you go, my Black Cat has 555 bulbs in it, 6.3v 250mA. They should work fine in the Hot Cat, will just be a bit brighter. Only downside was there is a £5 minimum order so I had to order a set of PacMan fridge magnets too....went down a storm with my little lad!

The previous owner of my BC had 'modified' the holders and wedged a screw-in build holder into the original spade holders and taped them in so he could use more readily available screw in bulbs....one way around the problem I suppose! 

ToneControl

miserneil said:

http://www.pinballheaven.co.uk/shop/pinball-heaven/259-555-wedge-base-10-pack-wms-p-n-24-8768

Here you go, my Black Cat has 555 bulbs in it, 6.3v 250mA. They should work fine in the Hot Cat, will just be a bit brighter. Only downside was there is a £5 minimum order so I had to order a set of PacMan fridge magnets too....went down a storm with my little lad!

The previous owner of my BC had 'modified' the holders and wedged a screw-in build holder into the original spade holders and taped them in so he could use more readily available screw in bulbs....one way around the problem I suppose! 

thanks!

ToneControl

jpfamps said:

Matchless amps used the standard Fender bulb. 

Are these different?

yes, no base, just glass

https://www.interlight.biz/itemimages/T3.5W.JPG

IvisonGuitars

Ive just been into the workshop to see if I could find the spares to send you, save you having to make up the order but as usual, just when you want something, it disappears into thin air! :x

ToneControl

miserneil said:

Ive just been into the workshop to see if I could find the spares to send you, save you having to make up the order but as usual, just when you want something, it disappears into thin air! :x

thanks, 

usually happens to me when someone buys something from ebay and it takes me 3 hours to find the manual

Moss

I thought bulbs was another word for pounds  :x

Rocker

I thought you were offering an amp as a swap for a lot of bulbs.....

exocet

https://www.jukebox-revival.eu/staging/lamp-6-3-v-0-15-a-159.html

jpfamps

ToneControl said:

jpfamps said:

Matchless amps used the standard Fender bulb. 

Are these different?

yes, no base, just glass

https://www.interlight.biz/itemimages/T3.5W.JPG

Useful to known. I've not had a Badcat in for repair recently.

pmg

Forgive me but what are these bulbs for? The logo light? Is this only for older models?

ToneControl

2003 model, the logo light

FelineGuitars

I would wonder if it was a standard 12V auto bulb running a bit dim on the 6.3 volts as it looks just like a side light bulb for many cars and it looks just like the sidelight bulbs i have to change on the girlfriend's Honda...

Take the bulb with you into Halfords and see.....

IvisonGuitars

pmg said:

Forgive me but what are these bulbs for? The logo light? Is this only for older models?

Does the logo not illuminate on your Classic Deluxe @pmg?

pmg

Yes...as it does on the black cat. The bulbs look tiny on the plate

FelineGuitars

http://www.thegearpage.net/board/showthread.php?t=1043738

pmg

Another example of badcat's excellent customer service