I never had any cold related issues with the Sixpak I had in IL, but they
are sensitive to low voltage. I stretched out the springs on my relays so
they pulled in easier. I never noticed any isolation issues and it's a
pretty heavy duty unit. Mine had gone though a number of lightning strikes.
John KK9A
To: <towertalk@contesting.com>
Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] Remote antenna switch
From: "Jim Chaggaris" <jimc@pwrone.com>
Reply-to: jimc@pwrone.com
Date: Mon, 5 Sep 2011 15:49:34 -0500
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Clint,
I've owned a AS Ratpak for the last 5 years. While I feel it is a decent
switch with good port isolation, I think DXE has a better offering for a few
$$ more. I like the idea of sealed relays instead of the open-frame style
relays that the Ratpak has. I've also had minor issues (relay sticking)
with the RP when the outside temp gets below freezing (no it's not a voltage
drop, been there done that).
YMMV.
73,
Jim N9WW
James Chaggaris
President
PowerOne Corp./PowerOne Environmental
1020 Cedar Avenue
Suite 203
St. Charles, IL 60174
Phn: 630-443-6500
Fax: 630-443-6505
Cell: 630-669-2241
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