[Amps] SB-220

Harold B. Mandel ka1xo at juno.com
Thu Nov 4 20:05:20 EST 2004


Using "toaster wire" is a sure way to drive down that VHF-Q!

(It's not a bolt-on deal, however)

hal
 
> One other factor not mentioned is the Q of the VHF circuit, which 
> has
> a great effect on gain.  If the VHF Q is very high, oscillations 
> are
> almost guaranteed.  VHF Q is usually not known in most amplifier
> circuits, and having a parasitic suppressor circuit is just added
> insurance.  I wouldn't be without one.
> 
> --
> Bill W6WRT


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