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[AMPS] Clipperton L amplifier

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Subject: [AMPS] Clipperton L amplifier
From: W8JI@contesting.com (Tom Rauch)
Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2001 18:25:36 -0500
> There was one major design flaw.  The original tank coil tended to arc
> over. These were replaced under warranty with a better design.  However,
> not all of the owners had this done.  Mine had this mod and never spit,
> arced or showed any signs of parasitics.

Parasitics don't normally cause arcs. Underloading the PA, having 
a load fault, or having too much HV for the voltage rating of 
components or wiring causes tank system arcs. 
73, Tom W8JI
w8ji@contesting.com

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