Re: Repairing projector bulb base?

[P3D Michael Kersenbrock <michaelk@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

> The Compco Triad projector that I just bought here in Rochester (at an

Congratulations on your purchase.  I like my Triad more than the very
popular TDC projectors that I've seen (for various reasons that I'm sure 
others would disagree about).

> excellent price) has one of its bulb holders broken. It looks like it should
> be a very simple repair to replace that part of the bayonet mount.  I think
> that I should just be able to glue the piece of metal back into place,
> perhaps soldering it to make sure that the electrical connection is good.
> Should I be concerned about heat at the base of the bulb, or will any good
> superglue or epoxy be good enough to hold the bulb mount in place?

The bulbs are of high wattage and the whole bulb, including base, will get
quite toasty.  I'd not trust most epoxies and especially not superglues (which
usually don't take heat too well).  Maybe a high-temp epoxy can be found among
the varieties available at places like home depot.  Try and see.

Mike K.


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