[Elecraft] KPA500 Serial 0194 Done!

[Bruce W1UJR]

Just finished up serial # 1094, nice kit, takes about 5 hours or so if you're enjoying the process.
On the air flawlessly this afternoon, photos up at http://www.w1ujr.net/elecraft_builds.htm

A few observations:

LEDS
Metering LEDS not very straight or level, was somewhat disappointed with the installation
job on the LEDs, many are not installed in line or level. Tempted to touch that up
myself as I have a nice rework station, but thought I'd call Elecraft first. I won't care
so much if it were something like the W1 wattmeter, but on a product the cost of the
amp, I know that Elecraft can do better.
Anyone else notice this?

Missing Hardware
I'm short almost all of the flat head screws for the top.
Thought I misplaced a bag, double checked, I was very
careful to measure screw length though out the build.
Anyone else have a problem with this?

Ribbon Cable
Anyone short the ribbon cable for front display?
I remember these back in the days of the early PCs,
think you can just pop off the back plastic cover
and punchdown the cable at another spot.

Love the product, these are just some feedback points and questions.


Cordially,
Bruce J. Howes W1UJR
www.W1UJR.net