[TowerTalk] remote ant switch decision

Bob K6UJ k6uj at pacbell.net
Tue Apr 12 12:45:39 EDT 2016


thanks Joe,

Bob
K6UJ

On 4/12/16 7:47 AM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote:
>
> Stick with the switch that uses enclosed relays with higher impedance
> coils.  The "open frame" relays (even with a carbonate cover) with
> low impedance coils (higher current) are more sensitive to corrosion
> *and* resistance in control leads.  The "open frame" relays *will*
> become unreliable over a relatively short period of time.
>
> The better switches use enclosed relays, and at least in one case,
> cast, moisture resistant enclosures rather than bent sheet metal
> that is susceptible to moisture intrusion.
>
> 73,
>
>   ... Joe, W4TV
>
>
>> To:    towertalk at contesting.com
>> Subject:    [TowerTalk] remote ant switch decision
>> From:    Bob K6UJ <k6uj at pacbell.net>
>> Date:    Tue, 12 Apr 2016 00:56:48 -0700
>>
>>
>> I am considering getting either the Array Solutions RatPak or a DX
>> Engineering remote antenna switch. Any feedback on either of these,
>> positive or negative ?
>>
>> thanks,
>> Bob
>> K6UJ
>>
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