[Elecraft] KPA500 Temperature

[Dave]

Having run 3 RTTY contests this year already with the KPA500 i have had no
issues running it at the 500W output. No derating was needed.

when the manual said  "500 watts output" it meant it... without any fine
print exclusions

Dave

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Date: Thu, 21 Jul 2011 02:02:58 -0700
From: "David Yarnes" <w7aqk at cox.net>
Subject: [Elecraft] KPA500 Temperature
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I also assume that if I were running RTTY, or some other intensive mode, I
would need to back off of the power on the amp, just as I do with the K3.  I
don't operate that mode very often, but I know it's hard on PA's.  The
manual doesn't say much about that--it only says "500 watts output" without
indicating any difference by mode.  Most other amps I see have a reduced
power rating for RTTY, etc.  For now, I'll assume that's an oversight.


Dave W7AQK