Use cathode ray tube testers, also called CRT testers, to make sure your product emits the proper amount of luminescence with consistent colors. This increases efficiency in productivity and yields error-free final products. Whether a consumer uses the product in a television or in a computer monitor, you want to provide them the best possible picture with your cathode ray tubes. Since cathode ray tubes have a variety of characteristics depending on the particular use, business owners should work with testing equipment geared specifically toward their field.

Knowing what sort of CRT testing equipment you want is the first step towards optimizing production. You also want to:

1. Scope out manufacturers of cathode ray tube testers who offer tutorials on product use to maximize testing accuracy.

2. Consult with CRT test equipment distributors to find the best cathode ray test equipment for your specified needs.

3. Purchase CRT testing equipment from a supplier that offers product support.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Talk with manufacturers and distributors of CRT testing equipment

There is no need to filter through cathode ray tube tester tutorials when you can contact manufacturers directly to find the perfect testing tools for your job. Most manufacturers willing share information to increase their chance of getting the sale.

I recommend: Ball Systems designs and manufactures a variety of cathode ray tube testers ranging from low and high voltage to leakage. It works closely with customers to provide equipment suited to a client's specifications. Klein Instruments prides itself on its software which makes testing simple for customers.

Refurbish and repair tubes that fail the cathode ray tube test

If your CRT tester shows a faulty product, consider consulting an expert to assist you in repair. Look for companies that offer troubleshooting tips.

I recommend: Guideline recommends experts who can guide you in troubleshooting as consultants. It lists the qualifications of each expert and includes the expert's resume, while giving you the option of inquiring about various levels of consultation. Quest International, an ISO 9001:2000 registered corporation, uses its expertise to repair cathode ray tubes for both monochrome and color picture tubes. Its specialty lies in replacing obsolete tubes.

Look for cathode ray tube rejuvenators for sale

Use CRT rejuvenators to test and restore color or monochrome to your cathode ray tubes for your projection television or computer monitor. These tube testers troubleshoot so you can fix errors.

I recommend: Tequipment.NET offers a CRT tube rejuvenator that tests for shorts and leakage. It analyzes and reports on leakage in the RGB current of cathodes so you can find and fix problems. You can test and rejuvenate cathodes separately with products from Stark Electronic. Its products offer an easy-to-red "yes" or "no" on tube conditions.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  When CRT testing monitors, remember to check for focus, color, interference and regulation as well as geometry.