> >Anything bigger than the 86 isn't feasible cost-wise, since
> >it is almost three times the price of the 9000
>
> Another option is to use the "best" switch and pass the
> extra cost on to the consumer. I would pay the extra,
> but I know bean counters have their own problems.
> Mil spec amps are expensive.
The bean counters are the end-users. Most Hams have limited
budgets.
Most people wouldn't pay $300 more for the PA just to get the
same voltage breakdown, although some would because the switch
"looks bigger".
The problem I'm stuck with is actually improving things. I'd like to
pick a zero failure switch but it looks like that would take about
$500 or more in extra retail cost.
> Maybe the ten meter position could select a relay, but
> whatever I hope you don't give up on a "real" p/s for
> the new generation amp.
Surplus parts can not be used. New vacuum relays are cost
prohibitive.
Too bad reasonable price HV switches aren't available. I was
hoping an off-shore company might make something.
73, Tom W8JI
w8ji@contesting.com
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