[time-nuts] HP3588A battery

[Charles Steinmetz]

Matthew wrote:

> It looks like I need to replace the battery in my HP3588A spectrum analyzer. The service manual says the HP part number is 1420-0336.
> I would like to obtain a replacement battery & be ready to swap out the old battery for a new one.
> Anyone out there know what might be a decent replacement battery?

The 3588A battery is a Tadiran TL-5903/P 3.6v Lithium Thionyl Chloride 
cell, available from multiple vendors.  Allied has them for $8.14 each 
in single quantities.

I put together a document that covers the replacement procedure, which I 
will send you by PM.

Best regards,

Charles