Hi, Kip--
Didn't think I could help you with your comparison to the Elecraft but I've
had an Argosy II for 16 years with no trouble. I love mine.
The main thing you can do to protect the finals in your new rig is to use
the matching power supply which has almost instantaneous electronic
over-current shutdown. I believe it is the model 225 supply. I do not know
if Ten-Tec's newer supplies have the same current limiting circuitry.
Absent that, get an Air-Pax magnetic circuit breaker -- not quite as fast as
the power supply but pretty darn fast. Guys here can tell you which one you
need and where to get it.
73, Mike N4NT
----- Original Message -----
From: "Kip Williams N6NVP" <n6nvp@cox.net>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
Sent: Sunday, December 26, 2004 9:47 PM
Subject: [TenTec] Argosy II 525D
I wanted to thank everyone who took the time to respond to my question
regarding the Argosy II as my 'new' radio for QRP. The comments of all
confirmed what I was already thinking and the decision between the Elecraft
K1 and the Argosy II has been made. The Argosy should be here by next week.
An exciting way for me to head into my new year with new radio resolutions
and fresh goals. The fact I've been lurking on this list without having ever
owned a TT should've told me something. I've loved them since the first time
I heard of them and especially since the first time I heard an Argonaut on
the air.
The news about the irreplacable finals is a bit disconcerting, certainly. I
would appreciate any tips on protecting and prolonging the the life of the
finals in this rig.
I am beginning what I expect to be a long and devoted relationship with Ten
Tec equipment. I want to thank you for the welcome I've already received. I
look forward to more interaction here, and on the, air in the days ahead.
Happy New Year to all.
73
Kip N6NVP
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