[Elecraft] K2/100 #3311 in ARRL DX CW Test

[Vic Rosenthal]

J F wrote:

> The only thing I found irritating at times was the fan
> on the KPA100. I'm thinking of splitting it off or
> looking for something quieter (if such a thing is
> available in that size). Maybe a vented set of side
> panels would do the trick as well. 

I know it isn't necessary, but I put a 3-1/2" (89 mm) fan on top of the right 
side of my K2, right on top of the finals.  Double-sided tape keeps it in place. 
  I have a bunch of diodes in series with it to drop the voltage to about 9v, at 
which it runs quietly.  It keeps the heatsink much cooler.

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73,
Vic, K2VCO
Fresno CA
http://www.qsl.net/k2vco