[Elecraft] New Elecraft Mini-Module Kits (N-gen, BL1, DL1)

Wed Oct 15 00:27:01 2003

We're pleased to announce our new line of easy-to-build, high-performance
mini-module kits. They're inexpensive, ideal for first-time builders, and will
serve many useful functions in your shack and at your electronics workbench.
They can be built in a single evening, and include complete, illustrated
assembly manuals.

The first three mini-modules include a wideband Noise Generator (N-gen), 
20-watt dummy load (DL1), and 150-watt balun (BL1). All three are small, 
PC-board-only modules that can be used as is--with the supplied rubber 
feet--or installed in an enclosure of your choice.

Each module includes a PC board-mount BNC connector to facilitate connection 
to station equipment. The dummy load and balun are only about 1.5 x 3"--ideal 
for portable or home use. (They'll even fit side-by-side directly on the KAT2
antenna tuner's dual antenna jacks.) The N-gen, DL1 and BL1 are further
described below.

N-gen ($39): The N-gen is a calibrated noise source that's great for receiver
alignment and testing. Its 50-ohm, frequency-compensated output is flat to
within +/- 3 dB over the range of 100 kHz to 500 MHz. Includes a power switch,
power-indicator LED, on-board 9-volt battery, and a jack for use with any 9-14 
V power source.

DL1 Dummy Load ($25): The dummy load can handle a full 20 watts (continuous).
Its SWR is less than 1.1:1 through 30 MHz, 1.2:1 at 144 MHz, and 1.3:1 at 225
MHz. It includes an integral RF detector for use with a voltmeter, allowing 
you to accurately calculate transmit power.

BL1 Balun ($29): Despite its small size, our highly-efficient, 1:4 balun can
handle up to 150 watts, making it an excellent choice for both home and field
use. Its rated SWR is less than 1.2:1 from 500 kHz to 55 MHz when terminated 
in a 200-ohm load. It includes rugged screw terminals for the balanced output 
as well as ground, and can be used in a variety of matching applications.

BNC-MM ($5): This double-male BNC adapter can be used to connect our
mini-modules directly to transceivers or other equipment, providing
minimum-loss, high-reliability connections. It's especially useful with the 
BL1 balun.

Additional mini-module kits will be announced in coming months. We'll have a
number of them with us at Pacificon this weekend.

For details, pictures and manuals, see:
http://www.elecraft.com/mini_module_kits/mini_modules.htm

73,
Wayne  N6KR
Eric   WA6HHQ
http://www.elecraft.com