[TenTec] 2m amplifier for Tentec 6N2

[Steve Berg]

I had a 6N2 for a while.  It worked fine with my more modern 2 meter 
Mirage amp, because that one has an adjustment for T/R hang time. My 
ancient Mirage 6 meter amplifier did not have that sort of adjustment, 
and since there is no way I know of to adjust the CW QSK speed on the 
6N2, it was hammering the relays in the 6 meter amp badly when I was 
working CW.

I also found that its performance was not any better than my Argonaut II 
and my transverters.  And, the Argo has an adjustment for amp keying 
hang time.  So, I sold the much newer and flashier radio, and kept my 
old stuff.

The Argonaut II has the best noise blanker I have ever used, and that is 
a real help during auroral and some Es openings.

Your mileage may vary...

Steve WA9JML

On 8/20/2015 8:18 PM, Allan Taylor wrote:
> I recently picked up a Tentec 6N2 at a reasonable price. I know the
> 20w will be suitable for local work, but want an amplifier for some
> contest play. Some of the available 2m amps out there have a control
> line, some done but rather are carrier-sense. I am soliciting direct actual
> experience with the 6N2 and affordable 2m solid-state amps with a
> control line. In  particular, matching up with the QSK of the little rig.
> Amps of  perhaps 75 to maybe 200W.
>
> Any thoughts??
>