[Elecraft] K3 on AM with AL811H amplifier

[Vic, K2VCO]

I'm referring to your comment about 500W CW.

On 2/21/10 9:32 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote:
>
> 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-----
>> From: elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net
>> [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.

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Vic, K2VCO
Fresno CA
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