[TenTec] New TT Amp

[Ron Notarius W3WN]

If I recall correctly, the 405 amp was discontinued about the time the FCC changed the rules regarding amplifiers.
Specifically, the rules (not just in Part 97) to require a minimum power input of 50 Watts, and to limit commercial production of amps covering the frequency range of 24 to 35 MHz (if memory serves).
And we all know how well THAT solution worked...
73, ron w3wn






Quoting "Hulett, Russell" <rhulett1 at consolidated.net>:

> I'm somewhat puzzled by why TT discontinued the Argonaut V not too long ago,
> and the 405 QRP amplifier looong ago, now introduces an amp (I know the new
> one is 100W vs 50W )and soon an Argonaut VI. Seems a lot of development
> effort to reintroduce and work bugs out of a new product that duplicates
> capablities of what previously existed. As for me, a 540 for 50-100W and a
> K2 for <10W Oh well, it's their company, business plan, and investment
> dollars, not mine. Wish them well in these new ventures.
> 
> 72, Curt KB5JO
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