[Elecraft] Metric Standards

[David Ferrington, M0XDF]

It could be, but we mostly use metric now - unless of course you're like me and have drawers full of 0 - 8 BA screws, washers and nuts!
73 de M0XDF, K3 #174
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On 9 May 2010, at 20:15, Bob wrote:

> If it was an "English size" small screw would it  not be in the BA 
> (British Association) standard thread form?
> 
> But BA was metrically devised.
> 
> 73,
> Bob
> K2TK
> 
> 
>> 
>>   There is a difference between "English size" and "Metric size"
>>   standards.  In my experience, the K2 main knob uses a 5/32" hex
>>   key (a.k.a Allen wrench) with no problems.  Didn't have to trot
>>   out my Metric tools.