[Elecraft] K3 power supply

[Matt Zilmer]

Astron RS-50 may be the one.  No worries here, with a ton if extras
powered from it.  At a 40 Amp load, I see a 0.15V droop to 13.5VDC.

No stress.

73,
matt

On Thu, 25 Dec 2008 23:32:23 -0500, you wrote:

>I've been re-considering my power supply. I'm using a Heathkit PS 
>which is a 20 amp linear supply. I just looked inside it and it's 
>definitely showing the effects of age. It hasn't been used in quite a 
>long time as I've used a TenTec supply with my Corsair & Omni since 
>day one.
>
>Ihave a few things runing on 12V and they probably draw 2-5 amps on a 
>steady draw. With the K3 I suppose my requirement would be 22A so I'm 
>looking at a 27 or so amp load. I'm currently using wall warts to 
>supply the 12V peripherals and would like to unclutter my station and 
>meet all my "12V" needs.
>
>I'm considering several power supplies & looking at eHam reviews I 
>see Jetstream. They have high reviews and make a nicely affordable 
>28A for $79 and 45 amp power supply for $149. 
>
>Anyone have any experience with these & the K3?
>
>I'm thinking the larger one might be a good choice in that the 
>components wouldn't be stressed at my station. I do prefer low 
>stress...
>
>Any thoughts on these supplies?
>
>Hope Santa was good to you!
>
>Gary
>KA1J
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