[Elecraft] KX1 MAZX supply voltage

Don Wilhelm w3fpr at embarqmail.com
Sun Mar 6 21:40:05 EST 2011


  OK, I was just reminded that the question was about the KX1 and not 
the K3, but the same point applies to any piece of electronic equipment, 
no matter what the model designation may be.  Apply higher than the 
specified voltage at your own peril.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 3/6/2011 9:22 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
>  Alan,
>
> I would suggest that you respect the manufacturer's maximum voltage 
> unless you want to take responsibility for you actions.
>
> Yes, most any voltage may work, but there is a breakdown point 
> somewhere, and if you increase the voltage gradually, you will find 
> that point for your K3 - it may be an expensive experiment, but 
> destructive testing is like that.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> On 3/6/2011 8:30 PM, Allan Taylor wrote:
>> I know the book says 14V, but what is the REAL by-gosh MAX supply
>> voltage. I have a dandy supply from some sort of computer
>> that puts out between 15 and 16V no-load and want to know if it is
>> safe to use at home.
>>
>> I just picked up the unit from a local who is going into a rest home
>> and essentially leaving the hobby.
>>


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