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

[Scott Manthe]

I realize that many contesters feel that power limits are simply 
suggestions, but I feel compelled to point out that 2kW output is 
illegal in the US (as well as the Netherlands).

Dick, I guess you must've missed that part of the regulations when you 
were studying or your U.S. license. ;)

73,
Scott, N9AA

w6duv wrote:
> 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
>