[TenTec] relay delay in Tentec QSK amps

[N4NT]

I use a Centurion with an Omni-C.  I plug my key into the amplifier and put 
a jumper cable from "Key Out" on the amp over to the Omni.  It shouldn't 
matter the delay because the amp will not key the rig until it is ready.  I 
experience no trouble even at 35 or 40 wpm with the keying done that way.

73, Mike N4NT

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Allan Taylor" <k7gt.cw at gmail.com>
To: <tentec at contesting.com>
Sent: Tuesday, December 04, 2007 9:12 PM
Subject: [TenTec] relay delay in Tentec QSK amps


>I am considering purchasing an Elecraft K3. This radio does not,
> unfortunately, have a QSK keying loop to directly
> interface with my Tentec amps. Does someone on this reflector know the
> delay in the collective relays of either/both the
> Tentec Titan (original) or Hercules II amps? This would be useful in
> setting up QSK in an alternative way--without a
> keying loop. I would guess on the order of 5 msec or so, but would
> like hard numbers to mull over.
>
> -- 
> 73     Allan    K7GT