km1h@juno.com wrote:
>
> >This would give me more efficiency and
> >simplify the
> >circuitry.
>
> I dont see where simplification would come in as the component count
> doesnt change.
Well, I won't need a circuit to cut the tubes off between characters. True,
it's not a lot of components.
> For GG triodes, 3-500Z's and 572B's are hard to beat for price and
> performance. Call for a free copy of the Ameritron AL-572 amp manual.
> The full output medical pull 8877's from Equipment Recyclers at $190 is a
> great price. At 2500V you can expect an easy 1500W.
That's about the same as a pair of 3-500z'z. Only one tube/socket, lower plate
voltage, too. Sounds like a good idea.
Thanks for the comments.
73,
Vic, K2VCO
Fresno CA
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