[Amps] LDMOS availability

Mon Jun 5 20:40:26 EDT 2017

Bruce,

The MRF-150 came out in 1983/84 and Helge Granberg produced the Motorola 
app not EB-104 using the XRF-150 in the same year.  It is still readily 
available.  Be careful with your FACTS!

Larry, W0QE

On 6/5/2017 5:12 PM, w8hw at comcast.net wrote:
> Actually you do NOT have your crystal ball to predict the future so 
> your statement is NOT based in fact, only an opinion. I prefer to go 
> with facts, so hear we go.
>
> FACT... Because we can not see into the future, we only have history 
> to look at.
>
> FACT... History has shown us that RF power devices have NOT survived 
> 15 years of manufacture very well... IN FACT... I challenge you to 
> show me the facts. Show me a solid state RF transistor in that power 
> class (RF 1400 watts out) that has been in production for 15 years and 
> is still in production today. I am open minded and would love to see 
> your report.
>
> FACT... I noticed that you did not mention if they agree to the $100k 
> Guarantee. Why is that important, see below.
>
> FACT... If they are sure that they will keep production going until 
> the year 2032 (15 years), then that guarantee should BE NO PROBLEM for 
> them. Talk is cheep
>
> FACT... If you feel that is an unfair request, then that tells us that 
> (Deep down) you do not believe them either. Please do not tell me that 
> you DO have a crystal ball.
>
> FACT... Many high power tubes (8877 and 3-500) do have a rich 40+ year 
> history with no end in sight.
>
> FACT... I have purchased the BLF188 because I CAN afford both the cost 
> and the risk. However people who can not afford the cost and risk may 
> wish to take this into consideration.
>
> FACT... I have been in the RF repair industry since 1971 and have seen 
> and faced this issue happen over and over again. How long have you 
> been in it???
>
> 73, Bruce, W8HW
> ============================
>
> -----Original Message----- From: Per Molund
> Sent: Monday, June 05, 2017 14:55
> To: w8hw at comcast.net ; amps at contesting.com ; Tom Thompson
> Subject: Re: [Amps] LDMOS availability
>
> Actually they have put it in writing, on the data sheet (although
> prelimenary at the moment) they state 'Included in NXP product
> longevity program with assured supply for a minimum of 15 years after
> launch' which I see as a quite firm commitment. Or do You have an
> example that NXP has not fullfilled their 'longevity program'
> commitment for some components?
>
> 73 de LA9XKA - Per
>
>
> At 19:08 05.06.2017, w8hw at comcast.net wrote:
>> Talk is cheep. Ask them if they will put that in writing? Also ask if 
>> they will put a penalty clause stating they will give you a $100k 
>> payment should they fail the 15 year test. After all if it was true, 
>> they should have no problems with that. On the other hand if they 
>> baulk , that tells you that they are just talk with no truth. 
>> Additionally, Please be honest... If you are reluctant to ask them 
>> for that guarantee, that shows that you KNOW they are just talk. 
>> Someone or Anyone let me know if anyone gets that guarantee.
>>
>> Remember company plans do change with new management or when they get 
>> a bad P&L. This is especially true if they are listed on any exchange 
>> such as NASDAQ. Like the dip in early 2016 (NXPI at $65) and now back 
>> on a good clime this year ($109.00) now. companies tend to make 
>> strong claims on the peek and pull claims back claims on the stock 
>> dip. Often they have no choice. The device market history is the only 
>> good indicator. Solid State RF power devices still have a very poor 
>> history. Translation... the market speaks with authority, companies 
>> just talk.
>>
>> I have a solid state amp (dual BLF188) homebrew amp, and have two (2) 
>> tube amps one of which is AL-1500 with 8877 tube. I love them all, 
>> but understand the risk of SS replacement as I have been in 
>> broadcasting or the RF repair business since 1971 and a Ham since 
>> 1962. I have lived through everything that I have said above.
>>
>> 73, Bruce, W8HW
>> ============================
>
>> -----Original Message----- From: Tom Thompson
>> Sent: Monday, June 05, 2017 11:18
>> To: amps at contesting.com
>> Subject: [Amps] LDMOS availability
>>
>> I recently took part in a webinar on the new, 1800 watt, 65 volt, LDMOS
>> transistors made by NXP.  It is the MRFX1K80, and NXP plans to produce
>> it for at least 15 years.
>>
>> Tom   W0IVJ
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