[Elecraft] (no subject)

[Edward R Cole]

Since Elecraft has (repeatedly) stated no KPA1500 is to be made,
then consider other sources.

I suggest if you want to save money to consider a W6PQL amp:
http://www.w6pql.com/1_kw_sspa_for_1_8-54_mhz.htm
Note the pic of a KX3 at beginning of article.

Great kit if you are so disposed; I believe also available assembled 
and tested from W6PQL

My only relationship is having used several of his kits in my 
personal station and the 2m 80w pc board in the 2M80 linear I 
sell.  Jim is very helpful in several technical conversations I have 
had with him.

Some day I would like to acquire his 2m 1200w PA module as basis for 
replacement of my 8877+HV supply.   It could be remotely installed in 
a wx-proof compartment at the base of my 2m tower, eliminating 
expensive low-loss coax run from the shack (and get the durn blower 
noise out of the shack).  These LDMOS drive with 3-10w.

73, Ed - KL7UW

From: <john at kk9a.com>
To: <elecraft at mailman.qth.net>
Subject: [Elecraft]  KPA500 Amplifier Combiner
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It does not make financial sense to combine two or three KPA500s using a
commercial combiner that costs thousands of dollars. SPE Expert makes a two
amp combiner and Acom has one that will combine three amps. I believe that
there are also some combiner boards available on eBay. The KPA500 is a very
nice amp however if you really desire more power you are probably better off
looking elsewhere, at least until the KPA1500 becomes available :)

John KK9A



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