[Elecraft] K3 on AM with AL811H amplifier

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

While it may be able to produce 750W ICAS, Eimac rate it at 
600W PEP for minimum distortion products.  I would not think 
it wise to push it harder than that in AM. 

73, 

   ... Joe, W4TV 
 

> -----Original Message-----
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> [mailto:elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Vic, K2VCO
> Sent: Sunday, February 21, 2010 11:06 PM
> To: elecraft at mailman.qth.net
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 on AM with AL811H amplifier
> 
> 
> On 2/21/10 6:23 AM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote:
> >
> > The AL-80B is a single 3-500Z.  It is capable of 800W peak 
> if it is to 
> > remain clean and should not be run at more than 500 W CW.
> 
> I'm surprised to hear this. Most people think a single 3-500Z can 
> produce 750w ICAS without problems.
> -- 
> Vic, K2VCO
> Fresno CA
> http://www.qsl.net/k2vco/ 
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