[VHFcontesting] need Mits M57762 1296 amp module -replacement

[Bill Olson]

The M57762's will keep getting harder and harder to get. They were great in their day but are very old technology.. I know people have retrofitted the newer LDMOS modules for older bipolar units but I'm not saying it's easy in every case, just something to look at.. Sounds like Terry W8ZN has actually done the swap in his FT736 with greatly improved performance so, since Mike has the same rig I would seriously look at this as an option.. required a 3 terminal regulator change, not sure about the pinout.. I know the MOS devices run more efficiently so I expect more power with less heat woo hoo!

once again just another "voice from the wilderness"...

bill

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From: k3sk at buckwalter.co <k3sk at buckwalter.co>
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Subject: RE: [VHFcontesting] need Mits M57762 1296 amp module -replacement


Interesting idea Bill.   But like you said, its not a drop-in replacement.   As my TS-790A uses the M57762, I did a quick search on the feasibility of the change if I ever face the situation of needing one,    I found this (link) that provides some detailed insight to making the change.



https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwjmq5iEyIL1AhX1qXIEHbnxB9AQFnoECAUQAQ&url=http%3A%2F%2F01895fa.netsolhost.com%2FPDF%2FMOSFET%2520PA_pdf.PDF&usg=AOvVaw2vHeTfTbNNlJbFNltf7Gyx



de K3SK

Dave



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Subject: Re: [VHFcontesting] need Mits M57762 1296 amp module



Mike, Instead of continuing to search for the old bipolar module I think I'd try to "modernize" and rework your amp to use one of the modern MOSFET modules like the Motorola RA18H1213G. (The M57762 is probably 30+ year old technology.) RF Parts has the RA's for $71 and you can probably find them cheaper.. still from the US instead of Italy or who knows where.. It's not a "drop in" but easily retrofitted and requires a bit less drive for a bit more power..



my $.02



bill, k1DY



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Subject: Re: [VHFcontesting] need Mits M57762 1296 amp module



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de K3SK

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Subject: [VHFcontesting] need Mits M57762 1296 amp module

I have tried unsuccessfully to purchase one off Ebay. All I got were 2 bad ones. Can someone recommend a supplier of these. RF parts is out. Happy Holidays. Mike

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