> However using 1N400x in parallel is a curious thing for an old 
> capitalist...
> :)

The diodes are in 2 rows of 8 but are not electrically parallel.
They form 4 full wave bridges.

Others:

Peak DC in is approaching 200 volts. Schottkys tend to get rare and 
dear as voltage rises.

Larger diodes (eg 1N540x) would be happier. But they take more room 
and cost (slightly) more - and are not already there ;-)

As all 4 bridges feed a common rail the suggested heatsinks at one end 
can be retrofitted to the existing design and may be worthwhile.



        RM 

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