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Ksmith
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Posted on Saturday, January 21, 2012 - 11:35 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Moderator/Admin only)

Anyone know a good source for replacement selenium cells? I have a Super Ikonta IV with a responsive meter that needs a new cell.

Ken
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Ron_g
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Posted on Sunday, January 22, 2012 - 05:44 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Moderator/Admin only)

The problem with the selenium powered meters is often the electrical contacts which is often a friction fit.Be sure that they are clean and conducting properly.
I have read that you can source the cell itself from old calculators etc.
You can buy them new from Quality Light Metrics in California.They have no website but you can Google for a phone number.Ask for George Milton.He is a real gentleman and very helpful.
I bought one from him and it arrived in a first class mailing envelope at a very good price.Ron G

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