Thanks Dennis. That's exactly the type of feedback I was looking for. Any
further feedback on personal experiences would be very helpful.
Best, Terry G3VFO
----- Original Message -----
From: Dennis Kippa
To: Terry Hart
Sent: Monday, July 24, 2017 5:36 PM
Subject: Re: [Amps] Machlett 3-500z
I purchased 2 3-500gz from Mississippi and have had them in service for 5
months. I drive the tubes with 90 watts from a Flex 3000 and I get 1500 out.
It will do MORE. I am happy with the purchase and the performance.
On Sun, Jul 23, 2017 at 2:08 PM, Terry Hart <terry.hart@btinternet.com> wrote:
I see from their website that RF parts will supply 3-500s only to
customers within the CONUS area. That leaves the rest of us having to look
elsewhere, so it would be useful to hear of the experiences, good or bad, of
those who have bought these Machlett tubes 'direct'.
Terry, G3VFO
----- Original Message ----- From: "Roger (K8RI)" <k8ri@rogerhalstead.com>
To: <amps@contesting.com>
Sent: Friday, July 21, 2017 10:33 AM
Subject: Re: [Amps] Machlett 3-500z
Warren, that price difference sounds about correct to me. RFParts tests
and I believe, guarantees their tubes which are likely the same brand which
they most likely purchase enough to receive a quantity discount.
Purchasing direct often saves money. Sometimes it can be substantial
because you are assuming the risk while the US reseller has the cost of the
time and paperwork invested in testing tubes they may, or may not be able to
return. With some NOS tubes there is substantial risk from "infant mortality".
You are often safer paying more for the new tubes than less for the older NOS
versions where both are available. Direct Vs through a US retailer? You are
playing the odds and taking on the risk yourself Research the viability of the
tubes before making your decision. Price differentials and risk can vary
considerably.
73, Roger (K8RI)
On 7/20/2017 Thursday 10:46 PM, Warren Volz wrote:
Tonight while searching for 3-500z on eBay I discovered this listing:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/222576972694
I know all 'new' tubes are made in China and the rfparts version seems
to get the best reviews. Any idea what the deal is with these Machlett 'factory
direct' models? They are $90 less than rfparts. Are they the rejects from
elsewhere or the manufacturer trying to undercut the market?
-Warren KD5YPH
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