Gentlemen,

as it seems suitable BJTs for plate CCS load usage are
hard to find at the parts shop at the corner here
in Germany. Biggest problem is the needed high maximum
emitter-collector voltage of, say, 500 volts (at say, a
dozen mA).

So far I have used PNP type MJE350 in several circuits,
but this only is rated up to 300 Vce max.

Any hints on truly obtanium types that will do okay at
500 volts?

Tnx2u,

Tom
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