[Amps] use of Emtron DX-2 during contest/expedition

[w6duv]

I would suggest to run the amplifier @ it's rated 2 kW out.
My experience with other Emtron tetrode amplifiers is that the efficiency
drops significant when they run at a low output power level. The Emtron DX4
for instance will switch to its high rev setting of the fan when used @ 2 kW
while running is at its rated 5 kW level the fan will not rev up.
In my view the temperature balance is reached within 1 or 2 hours, so using
the amp in a 24 h contest or a 48 hour contest should not make any
difference in terms of temperature rise.

Cheers, Dick
PA3DUV
W6DUV


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Dick" <knaap159 at zonnet.nl>
To: <amps at contesting.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2007 10:26 PM
Subject: [Amps] use of Emtron DX-2 during contest/expedition


> Anyone with experience with the Emtron DX-2 during a 48 hour contest or 
> DX-pedition?
> What is the save level to operate it in SSB and in CW during 48 hours of 
> operating without tripping the temperature protection?
>
> I also wonder if anyone tried to modify cooling by replacing the top cover 
> for a perforated one.
>
> 73 Dick
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