[Elecraft] KPA1500 #49 Arrived and WOW!!!

[David Box]

I received KPA1500 SN49 around 16:30 on Monday.

Unpacking was no problem using the "inverted" approach.  UPS driver 
placed the package inside my garage where I did the unpacking. First 
removed accessory box, then carefully folded back the flaps, laid it on 
side and then raised it inverted to lift off the outer packing box.  I 
have some major back issues so was concerned about this and it was no 
problem.

In the inverted position the KPA1500 is the "top" box, very easy lift 
out of its packing and the carry handle makes carrying into shack easy.  
The power supply is really light with no problem as it is 5 lbs lighter 
than RF deck, the carrying handle is a nice touch.  I had to move my 
Drake L7 to clear space and the comparison in weights is dramatic.

Cable lengths are more than adequate to handle the power supply under 
the desk and KPA1500 sitting about 18 inches to left of the P3.

Powered up with no issues so now the fun of bringing it fully on line, 
starting on dummy and then move to the antenna once I have run through 
some power and linearity tests.

Sure looks sweet!!

Dave K5MWR



On 3/24/2018 1:01 PM, GRANT YOUNGMAN wrote:
> It occurred to me, even better than a big amp, would be an Elecraft KSS-1— a sunspot. Would be a big seller! The more the merrier :-)
>
>> On Mar 24, 2018, at 1:51 PM, Jim Miller <jtmiller47 at gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>> Checks out full power all bands!
>>
>> Bring on the DX!!
>>
> Grant NQ5T
> K3 #2091, KX3 #8342
>
>
>
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