> >It would be interesting to know if a different suppressor design not using
> >nichrome could cure the problem.
> >
> I don't see why not, Steve. Increase L-supp in a copper-wire suppressor
> and Rp decreases. This lowers VHF amplification. The fly in the
> ointment is increased dissipation in R-supp on 29MHz. If R-supp burns
> out, there could be a problem.
I use Carborendum Type C Globar resistors as Rsupp on all my amps >4-1000A
and larger.
I got the idea from Eimac...they used these in their line of RF generators for
years. Since they clip in, they can be checked easily during annual cleaning.
I have never had one get out of tolerance.
(((73)))
Phil, K5PC
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