Like to hear some opinions on the new Centurian versus the Titan III . If I
am gonna order the Centurian , I want to do it this week.
1. 1000-1200 watts versus 1500 watts is not an issue for me .
2. QSK life is not an issue , I will operate "semi-breakin" with the amp.
3. Spits and arcs are a big issue.
4. Looks like tube replacement cost are close enough to be a toss up.
5. 99 percent of operation will be CW.
6. While cost is not a complete non-issue , my last amp ran for
25 years and I expect the same with this one, at which point
I won't care anymore !!!!
7. Have an Orion on order and expect to use the amp with Orion
to keep it all Tentec.
8. Reliability -Reliability - Reliability is a major issue.
9. 160 is a must.
I have read all the reviews I can find , looked at archives until
my neck hurts and still have not reached a decision. One thing
that continues to pop out at me is the number of Centurians
for sale used - always wonder why - surely 1000 vs 1500 watts
is not the issue.
Any thoughts ?
off line is fine to hanknospam@att.net
Thanks - Hank K7HP
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