[Amps] Ameritron Amps?

[Tim Duffy K3LR]

Hi Gary!

I own both the AL-1200 and AL-1500 amps. Both have no trouble making 1500
watts with less than 100 watts drive. The 1500 is easier to drive (less
power). The 1500 is also more sensitive to VSWR changes as you move around a
band segment and if the grid current increases it can trip off line.

The 1200 is touted as more forgiving, but I have had zero trouble with both
amps.

Either way you will do FB!

73!
Tim K3LR

http://www.k3lr.com


-----Original Message-----
From: amps-bounces at contesting.com [mailto:amps-bounces at contesting.com] On
Behalf Of Gary McAdams
Sent: Saturday, August 30, 2008 5:09 PM
To: amps at contesting.com
Subject: [Amps] Ameritron Amps?

Hello All,

I have a question about Ameritron amps.

Before we start, lets not get into an "MFJ is Crap" thread if possible. 
I know that they have their Q&A problems so lets not deal with that OK?

What is the biggest difference between the AL-1500 and AL-1200 amps, 
besides the different tubes? If the price is the same or almost the 
same, then why would the 1200 be offered?

I have an old Kenwood TL-922 that I will probably have to replace. It is 
getting troublesome, and I'm getting tired of working on it. I am 
looking at the entire Ameritron line as it seems to be a good 
price/value but it is a bit confusing about the differences between to 
very similar amps.

How about the AL-572?

At any rate, if you made it this far, thanks for reading, and if you 
have any hints I'd appreciate it.

thanks and 73

Gary WG7X
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