Then you can sell it on E-BAY.....fully equipped with matched tubes....(;-> 73s de Jim W5IFP _______________________________________________ Amps mailing list Amps@contesting.com http://lists.contest
Jim, The ARRL handbook has two recommendations. Bleeder resistance that will bleed the HV to 30 volts in 2 seconds after shutdown. Another place it recommends a bleeder resistance that will equate to
Roger, I have used dry transfers for many projects over the years. I usually paint the surface with spray primer based on desired final color. Then apply the decals and spray the entire panel with a
Flexible dryer exhaust hose works fine and its available in aluminum or Hi temp plastic. Its Light weight and easy to handle. You can also use 3" shop vacuum cleaner hose. 73s de Jim W5IFP __________
My old Eico model 950 still works great. It goes to 500v and covers most common electrolytics. 73s de Jim W5IFP _______________________________________________ Amps mailing list Amps@contesting.com h
Ed, I vote for Better... The best sounding audio amp I have ever owned was a Heathkit. The amp was a Williamson design and used a pair of KT-66's in the final. I have long since parted with the amp,
Also consider the un-scrupulous owner adding to the bid process to jack up the price until he gets what he wants. 73s de Jim W5IFP _______________________________________________ Amps mailing list Am
Well, I'll chime in on this one with personal experience. Regardless of whether you believe in the "Myths" or not. Most are not supported with facts. I have a Clipperton-L purchased new in 1980. It i
Yep, This one has hit the bottom of the bucket. The more junk you install the lower the MTBF. 73s de Jim W5IFP _______________________________________________ Amps mailing list Amps@contesting.com ht
Four....One to hold the lamp and three to rotate the amplifier. Boatanchors are heavy you know. 73s de Jim W5IFP _______________________________________________ Amps mailing list Amps@contesting.com
"Care and Feeding of Power Grid Tubes" Available here: http://www.cpii.com/docs/related/22/C&F1Web.pdf 73s de Jim W5IFP _______________________________________________ Amps mailing list Amps@contesti
Well, what do you call tubes like the 815 and 829B? They have two handles...(:-> 73s de Jim W5IFP _______________________________________________ Amps mailing list Amps@contesting.com http://lists.co
Jerry, Please check your local electrical code. You sure don't want to have an insurance conflict due to non-compliance. When I built my house, I had an electrician friend assist me in the electrical
How do we know that don't already own one of the sponsors? Go Dale Junior!!!! 73s de Jim W5IFP _______________________________________________ Amps mailing list Amps@contesting.com http://lists.cont
Jim, A few more details would be helpful: Is the low power on all bands? What voltage are you seeing in the VP position for SSB and CW? Does this voltage drop significantly when you key it? Have you
Duh... Why not just use the RF PWR adjustment on the front of the transceiver and save all that costs and wasted heat dissipated by the attenuator. "Discipline" is the keyword. With proper drive powe
I for one. My Homebrewed pair of 4-400's amp has been in steady service since i built it in 1979. My Clipperton-L (4x572) has been in service since 1980. Nothing bad about "OLD". After all I started
Since the two schools could not agree, they invented AC. Everybody's theory can be satisfied half the time. 73s de Jim W5IFP _______________________________________________ Amps mailing list Amps@con
Clarification.... My Clipperton-L only has a tap on the High Voltage secondary winding for SSB/CW. (Lo/Hi voltage) There are no primary taps, only two primary windings for 115v (Parallel) & 230V (Ser
John, If you are looking for the panel bulbs, they are standard PL-382 bulbs. They are available from many suppliers. One supplier is: https://www.interlight.biz/light-bulb/PRECISION-LIGHTING-PL382 Y