IV-22 VFD decimal place resistor

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John Snow

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Mar 11, 2020, 3:29:18 PM3/11/20
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I know IN-12B Nixies the decimal place need an additional resistor on the decimal place (usually ~22k, 1/4W from memory)

Do IV-22 VFDs require something similar for their decimal place - if so what's a good value compared to the other segments?


gregebert

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Mar 11, 2020, 4:15:14 PM3/11/20
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You would tie the decimal point to a positive supply (like the other segments) thru a larger resistor. I would start with a resistor value 10x higher than the series resistor on the segments.
To prevent wearout, use the lowest current that gives acceptable illumination.

I didn't see anything in the IV-22 datasheet specific to the decimal-point current, but based on surface-area it should be proportionately lower than the segment current.
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