Re: [Amps] Eimac AS-47 2m 8877 amp?

["Carl" <km1h@jeremy.mv.com>]

> On 1/18/2013 4:05 PM, Carl wrote:
> > I built a split flat plate design using a 3CX1000A7 almost 30 years ago
> > and still use it; the same tube easily does 1500W out with 100W drive
> > from a modified 180W brick driven by an ancient MM-144 transverter.
> I didn't think the tubes were still made.   The sockets IIRC are 
> relatively easy to modify.  Course, make a mistake and you end up with a 
> "pile" of parts
> To me, the tubes are better, or preferable to the  8877/3CX1500.
> As you say, instant on and very rugged.
>
> 73
>
> Roger (K8RI)
They are not made any longer but there are still NOS and good used floating 
around. I have 2 tested spares just in case or if I want to convert the 222 
MHz 8877 amp.
Carl
KM1H


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