[Elecraft] KX1 and prewound toroids

[Phil Wheeler]

Mychael Morohovich wrote:

>I think that the majority of problems builders have with toroids is in
>getting the leads properly prepared. This is an area where builders should
>concentrate their energies. This might be where 'pretty' does count
>somewhat- if 'pretty' is defined by properly tinned and without a trace of
>enamel in the area where the inductor's leads will be in close proximity to
>the holes in the PCB.
>  
>

Funny thing is that I am very regressive in this area.  I always scrape 
the enamel off with a small knife and never pre-tin before installing.  
But I do inspect the leads under a magnifier and test resistance after 
installation -- always (I am a VERY slow and careful builder, and likely 
hold the record for "slowness").

But my toroids always look pretty and work :-)

BTW -- I heartily endorse MM's service.  I used his toroids in building 
my KAT100 and they were outstanding!  And wrapping the big wires in the 
KAT100 toroids is hard on my arthritic fingers!  I found that out when 
doing the KPA100.

73, Phil