This is the air-core coil version of my
'series-tuned crystal radio with alternative detector'.
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Series-tuned Air-core Coil Crystal Radio |
It is enclosed in a cosmetic jar with the 500 pF PVC gang condenser mounted inside its cap.
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Series-tuned Crystal Radio - Schematic |
There is sufficient clearance to close the jar even though the coil is wound on its body.
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Series-tuned Crystal Radio - Coil view |
The local 612 kHz, 200 kW AM broadcast station comes in real loud with a 60' wire antenna and balanced-armature phones. Headphone current, measured using a 1mA FSD 60 Ω meter, is
750 μA.
Related: 'Gibson Girl' Crystal Radio
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