A simple solution for inrush limiting was shown in a project amplifier in
the 65' ARRL handbook. It was simply a 60W standard light bulb placed in
series with the primary (I imagine two in series would be fine for 240). A
few seconds after turn-on, the light dims out as the capacitors charge and
the operator just flips a toggle switch that bypasses the lamp(s). Would
cost just a few dollars at most, even if a separate box were needed. It
could be automated with a time-delay relay too, I suppose.
73' de Dan, KB4L
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From: amps-admin@contesting.com [mailto:amps-admin@contesting.com]On Behalf
Of Wo2e@aol.com
Sent: Wednesday, October 30, 2002 10:27 AM
To: amps@contesting.com
Subject: [Amps] Re: Amps digest, Vol 1 #357 - 15 msgs/INRUSH CURRENT
PROTECTION
Dear: cam wa4jrw,
i have an amp (ampsupply lk-500) that was blowing the caps and the string of
diodes, at start up. just the same problem you have, the inrush current was
too much at times for the caps. and at almost 10 dollars each they are not
cheap if i have to replace them 2 to 3 times a year. i resolve my problem
with a big heavy duty variac bringing the voltage slowly to 4000 volts max.
i
had no problem ever since also is this is your case ameritron sells an
external in rush current protector about $80 give or take. older amps don't
have the inrush current protection like the newer ones. maybe somebody else
might have a better idea. good luck. Pete WO2E.
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