[Elecraft] K3 and linear amp

[Lee Buller]

Hold the phone.....

I am using my K3 with an AL80A...basic amp with the same relay as many of the other Amertrons use.  I have seen no issues at all.  Also, you might look at this little gimmick that might help you out here....  This is the URL

http://www.k6xx.com/radio/fastrely.html

Also, I think on W8JI's web site he has done some work with these types of relays and "bends" them be quicker.  If I remember right.

Now, I am going to install a Vacuum Relay in my amp....not because I am worried about the switching time...I had the loud CLUNK when the amp fires off.  I hate that!  I got a great deal on a Vacuum relay off of Ebay for 55 bucks (new) and then use a DPDT relay for the input and bias control.

Lee - K0WA





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