[Elecraft] Re:] K1 Front Panel missing IC Sockets ???

Wed Apr 2 16:05:05 2003

We do not recommend adding any sockets. They introduce reliability issues in 
some cases and also can add to critical lead lengths in RF areas.

Any problems caused by adding additional sockets to our designs also will not 
be covered by warranty repair.
73, Eric  WA6HHQ
Elecraft
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giuliano wrote:
> Bill,
> i have add myself a good quality socket for all IC on my K1 #1523 and all is
> working perfectly.
> 73
> Giuliano I0CG
> 
> 
> 
> 
>>I noticed that the Front Panel U2, U3, U5 are missingIC sockets.  Can we
> 
> add IC sockets for these?  I hate
> 
>>to solder direct to IC!!!  I know they didn't include
>>them in the kit.
> 
> 
>>Why isn't there IC sockets?  Clearence?
> 
> 
>>Any reason why you can't solder the IC sockets first
>>before anything else is added to the board.  Easier to
>>get them level that way.
> 
> 
>>Thanks in advance, I'm sure I am not the only one who
>>noticed or thought about this???
> 
> 
>>Bill KG4FXG
> 
> 
> 
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