[Boatanchors] Available Tube VLF Rcvrs

[Bill Stewart]

Roger, if you can find the converter info I would like to see it. I have a TS-440s and it goes down pretty low, but you are right about the poor performance down in that region...tnx, Bill K4JYS
----- Original Message -----
From: "Rodger" <wq9e at dtnspeed.net>
To: "Bill Stewart" <cwopr at embarqmail.com>
Cc: boatanchors at mailman.qth.net
Sent: Wednesday, July 8, 2009 6:52:49 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
Subject: Re: [Boatanchors] Available Tube VLF Rcvrs

Bill,

Probably the most practical is a low frequency converter in front of any 
set you already own.  I have a construction article for a simple one 
somewhere that I can find and email you.

Most modern synthesized radios tune down to "near DC" but the 
performance is very poor down there.

I have an RAK-7 I use which tunes from 15 to 600 Khz. in multiple 
bands.  These receivers definitely are not practical to ship and they 
are early WWII regenerative sets but work extremely well at VLF in case 
you find one nearby. 

73, Rodger WQ9E

Bill Stewart wrote:
> 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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