[ARC5] [Milsurplus] GO-9: Cathode Mod Questions

David Stinson arc5 at ix.netcom.com
Thu Dec 26 07:44:18 EST 2019


With respect:
My GO-9 is cathode modulated.
Here is a "simplified schematic" of the transmitter:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/J1UffwiQwuhJUUBS8

I have designed the power supply to "loaf" the transmitter with adjustable
B+ at around 100W output power.

I inserted a modulation transformer in the PA filament center-tap, thus:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/Rv9oHwJtWSz8Pmvi6

This circuit is capable of modulating the carrier 100% at full output,
my Peak meter indicating 120W PEP.

Here's a video (trimmed to essentials, and to hide the embarrassing
clutter of my bench and barn).  17 Megs:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/5NFkhubkGJHxBvkd9

I don't try to explain it; I just report it.
GL OM ES 73 DE Dave AB5S



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