SS Amp Storage ???

[bokat57]

Hi


How should a solid state amp be stored ?

How long can a solid state amp be stored before the parts degrade ?

Thanks :thmbsp:
Bob

Bonus question why are ss amps called " sand "

 

[restorer-john]

As long as you want. Stored in their original cartons, plastic bags and silica gel packs, they can be happy for decades. I have gear that hasn't been out of its box for 20-30 years. I recently powered up an amplifier I hadn't turned on in 30 years.

 

[Northwinds]

I use a ATA flight case, you can add foam to fit any size amp securely. My M-504 is a perfect fit, the WOPL needs additional

 

[bare]

Pretty well anywhere dry and indoors.
Note that the PS Electro caps Will deteriorate with time, in use or not.
In the very least they will need reforming to revive.

 

[avionic]

Bonus question why are ss amps called " sand "

sand is silica (silicon dioxide) which is key ingredient for the manufacturing of semiconductors ( solid state ). It is also a key ingredient for glass ( valves & tube envelopes) :scratch2: A lot more "sand" in tube amplifiers actually.