[Elecraft] Internal or External amp for K2..what are my options

[Ron D'Eau Claire]

The KPA100 was designed as an integral part of the K2, not as a "stand
alone" amplifier. It requires communications with the K2 controller to work.


Among other things, keeping the KPA100 an integral part of the K2 eliminates
the need for separate FCC certification.

What seems to have confused the issue is that some Elecraft owners developed
a way to mount the KPA100 in a separate enclosure alongside the K2 itself,
but that separation cannot be too far because of the signaling required
between the KPA100 and the K2. Even when housed in a separate box, the
KPA100 works only when connected to the K2. 


73, Ron AC7AC


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[mailto:elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of hawley, charles j jr

Why do folks say only with K2? Can't it be modified?

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On Jun 11, 2012, at 10:59 AM, "Ariel Jacala" <ny4g at hotmail.com> wrote:

> Steve
> 
> 
> KPA100 is internal to the K2/100 (essentially a new top) - check the
Elecraft price list - will only work with a K2 - this is what I have.
> 
> 
> Ariel NY4G