[Elecraft] Does KPA1500 have these KPA500 characteristics?

K9MA k9ma at sdellington.us
Fri May 25 12:36:29 EDT 2018


On 5/25/2018 09:15, ANDY DURBIN wrote:
> "The KPA500 actually runs cooler at just-below-fault power output than it does at either 500 or even 400 watts output."

That's to be expected of any class AB power amplifier.  The dissipation 
may actually be lowest when it is driven into saturation, not 
recommended for any mode except CW.  And even on CW, it could generate 
key clicks.

73,

Scott K9MA

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