[Amps] Freescale LDMOS devices

[Carl]

So install a power factor correction cap at the mains panel.

Carl
KM1H




----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Roger" <sub1 at rogerhalstead.com>
To: <amps at contesting.com>
Sent: Friday, March 08, 2013 11:23 AM
Subject: Re: [Amps] Freescale LDMOS devices


> 
> Curiosity, as this is something most hams are unaware of, or concerned 
> about power factor.
> 
> In practical terms just what does that mean to a QRO operator?  Yes, I 
> know it makes the load appear larger than it actually is and if you draw 
> enough load it can be noticed by the power company.  Still, no one here 
> in the states complains whether you draw 1 KW, or 15 with your station.
> 
> I've never heard of a commercial ham amp with power factor correction. 
> Do they exist?
> So other than a bit of unneeded increase in your bill, what is the 
> problem where the single station is concerned "here in the states"?
> 
> 73
> 
> Roger  (K8RI)
> 
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