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Re: [Amps] Input relay for QSK amp

To: "'Victor Rosenthal 4X6GP'" <k2vco.vic@gmail.com>, "'Amps reflector'" <amps@contesting.com>
Subject: Re: [Amps] Input relay for QSK amp
From: "Paul Christensen" <w9ac@arrl.net>
Date: Tue, 4 Dec 2018 09:03:12 -0500
List-post: <mailto:amps@contesting.com>
Vic,

 

Of course, you’re right.  I just looked at the Aromat datasheet and they’re 1 
Form C, not 2.  So, two would work.and perhaps give you some added isolation 
for what you may need on the second contact form?

 

Paul, W9AC

 

From: Victor Rosenthal 4X6GP <k2vco.vic@gmail.com> 
Sent: Tuesday, December 4, 2018 8:53 AM
To: Paul Christensen <w9ac@arrl.net>; 'Amps reflector' <amps@contesting.com>
Subject: Re: [Amps] Input relay for QSK amp

 

I've used these in other amps, but they are SPDT. I suppose I could use two of 
them.



73,
Victor, 4X6GP
Rehovot, Israel
Formerly K2VCO
CWops no. 5
http://www.qsl.net/k2vco/

On 04/12/2018 15:35, Paul Christensen wrote:

Vic,
 
Look at the Aromat/Matsushita RSD-12V.  It's a DPDT RF reed relay that's
meant for the job and easily handles 100W.  It's also exceptionally quiet
and fast.  There are several on eBay.  If that doesn't work for you, I can
send you one.
 
Paul, W9AC
 
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On Behalf Of Victor Rosenthal 4X6GP
Sent: Tuesday, December 4, 2018 5:21 AM
To: Amps reflector  <mailto:amps@contesting.com> <amps@contesting.com>
Subject: [Amps] Input relay for QSK amp
 
I'm trying to choose a relay to use as the input relay in a QSK amp.
I have been very satisfied with the Jennings RJ1-A as an output relay. 
The input relay in this circuit needs to be DPDT, or I'd just use two
similar vacuum relays.
 
Here are my needs:
 
1. DPDT.
2. 12 or 24v coil.
3. Operate/release time, including bounce <= 4 ms. Faster is better.
4. Should carry 100w RF in 50 ohm system. Not expected to make/break live
circuit.
5. Must have low resistance for low-level signals (receive path).
6. Must have long life >= (10 x 10**6 operations) 7. Must not be insanely
expensive, and available from Mouser or RS.
 
I found this relay:
 <https://www.mouser.co.il/datasheet/2/418/NG_SS_108-98005_L-1019204.pdf> 
<https://www.mouser.co.il/datasheet/2/418/NG_SS_108-98005_L-1019204.pdf>
But maybe there's a better choice? I'm overwhelmed by the number and
varieties of relays in the catalog.
--
73,
Victor, 4X6GP
Rehovot, Israel
Formerly K2VCO
CWops no. 5
http://www.qsl.net/k2vco/
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