[Boatanchors] Ameco 6m converter CB-6

Bob Kulow [email protected]
Tue, 17 Jun 2003 09:06:29 -0400


I had an Ameco 6 meter converter back in the 60's and it
came with a 6ES8 rf amp.  This was, maybe still is, considered
the best tube around.  If a 6ES8 is not available, try a 6DJ8.

All three tubes have the same 9AJ base and should interchange
without any problems.

73
Bob WA2UEH

>My Ameco 6m converter has a 6BS8 cascode rf amp.
>Is this the best dual triode to use without major modification?
>How will the Ameco compare to todays NE602 IC converters?
>Bob...W2AMI