[ARC5] ARC-2 power supply

[David Stinson]

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From: <WA5CAB at cs.com>
Subject: Re: [BoatAnchors] ARC-2 power supply


>..... But the thing that caught my eye from the description 
> someone posted yesterday was the transformerless HV power supply.  

I have the article in my files.  I could scan it if someone wants it,
but I do NOT recommend it at all. 
500 or 600 unisolated volts running-around 
is an open invitation to serious snake-bite.

If you don't have the dynamotor or a big 24 volt supply,
it's easy to unscrew one of the air vents on the back and 
you've got instant, no-drill access to the power pins.
24 VDC supplies are common now and can be found 
at a reasonable price with a little effort.

I just looked and found a new switcher, 24 volts at 15 amps,
 FREE shipping, and it's only $28.    Many available.
That's a screaming deal even if you have to 
install it in a box with RF filters, and you may not.
Item 310312941221.   It may not start you dynamotor
(I have similar supplies from Astec that will),
but it will certainly run the autotune, fils and relays.

73 Dave AB5S