[Boatanchors] RF VTVM Recommendations

[rbethman at comcast.net]

Another choice of surplus equipment that is found VERY frequently is the TS-505 series military VTVM that comes with an RF probe.

Very durable, functional, MORE available than the HP-410 series, although I happen to have both.

Bob - N0DGN


> Bill,
> 
> Of course the 410B is choice of industry, mainly because it was 
> reliable and rugged.  Many still around.  Any of the older Heath,
> Precision, Military & Eico are also good with RF probe.  Most generally
> the "accuracy" is not a factor, you are usually comparing measurements.
> 
> I have used all the above and also a Motorola TEK-7A, which is a 
> dedicated little RF alignment meter. Several laying around older 2-way
> shops. Given into analyzers and very little to-component repair done
> on the newer stuff.
> 
> Unless you are into really high tech stuff, 99% of the BA equipment
> can easily be serviced with a good VOM, VTVM, simple scope, proper
> signal and frequency measurement equipment and some good understanding  
> of the circuit.
> 
> Rod K0EQH
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