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		lazide on Oct 26, 2023 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Why every microwave sucks these days Thanks for the pointer - a quick google showed SCRs in the 30+ AMP 240 volt range (minimum useful for even a small range) at well over $1k. That sound about right?

thfuran on Oct 26, 2023 [–]

I don't think so http://quantumscr.com/s2pa30.htm

lazide on Oct 26, 2023 | [–]

Thanks! The current control one is $210. Still a large percentage of a range's cost (typical equivalent relays would be $30-50).

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