I realize that many contesters feel that power limits are simply
suggestions, but I feel compelled to point out that 2kW output is
illegal in the US (as well as the Netherlands).
Dick, I guess you must've missed that part of the regulations when you
were studying or your U.S. license. ;)
73,
Scott, N9AA
w6duv wrote:
> I would suggest to run the amplifier @ it's rated 2 kW out.
> My experience with other Emtron tetrode amplifiers is that the efficiency
> drops significant when they run at a low output power level. The Emtron DX4
> for instance will switch to its high rev setting of the fan when used @ 2 kW
> while running is at its rated 5 kW level the fan will not rev up.
> In my view the temperature balance is reached within 1 or 2 hours, so using
> the amp in a 24 h contest or a 48 hour contest should not make any
> difference in terms of temperature rise.
>
> Cheers, Dick
> PA3DUV
> W6DUV
>
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