[Amps] Building an Amp 101

[Jerry Muller]

Jerry (why do I like that name :-)),

While not necessary to have a full machine shop, a drill press can do most 
anything. I do some VERY LIGHT milling with mine using a movable vise and 
milling bits in the chuck. As long as you're only doing aluminum, take only 
a little bit at a time, and prepare to replace your bits often, you can do 
it.

I wouldn't try anything without a drill press.

Other tools that help:

Grinding wheel with an aluminum oxide wheel (expensive but do nice finish 
work).
Bending Brake.
Cutoff saw.

Good luck,

Jerry - K0TV



-----Original Message----- 
From: Jerry
Sent: Friday, January 17, 2014 10:10 AM
To: Amps at contesting.com
Subject: [Amps] Building an Amp 101

I have had a long desire to build my own linear HF or VHF amp.  I believe I
have the electronic technical skills but after looking at some completed
projects like those on WD7S website, I realized I don't have the skills or
tools to do a nice job on the mechanical aspects of chassis / sub-chassis
sheetmetal work.  I guess I could cram it all into an unattractive box
behind a reasonable looking front panel but is linear amp building mainly
for those with good metal work capabilities?   How does one break into this
with limited workbench space other than an electronic workbench?

Jerry
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