[Boatanchors] Available Tube VLF Rcvrs

[Al Parker]

Hi Bill,
    Except for maybe the old Navy stuff, RBL's, etc., "reasonable cost" is 
the biggie.  The old SP-200's, depending upon particualr model, would tune 
down thru the beacons (~150 kc abt the lowest) , and can be found 
reasonably.  But to get down to SAQ's 17kc, takes it out of the commonplace. 
Selective Voltmeters are a possibility, many of them tune down to 
practically DC and up to 500kc or more.  They can be found at good prices 
occasionally, and there are several makers.  I have a nice older 
Wandel-Goltermann (sp?) (not tube-type) that I got cheaply at a 'fest, have 
seen others of different mfg, old tube types too.
    See you at Cary next week?
73,
Al, W8UT
New Bern, NC
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----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bill Stewart" <cwopr at embarqmail.com>
To: <boatanchors at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Wednesday, July 08, 2009 6:43 PM
Subject: [Boatanchors] Available Tube VLF Rcvrs


>
> Can anyone recommend a tube type VLF rcvr which is still available at a 
> reasonable cost. I'm not real sure what a practical low limit would be, 
> but low enough for most beacons and up to 500kc plus. Would the SAQ 17.2kc 
> freq be considered 'practical'. Also, I expect the weight should be a 
> consideration if shipping is involved. Tnx for your opinions.
> 73 de Bill K4JYS
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