[ICOM] IC-2KL in serious contesting

[Adam Farson]

Hi Bert,

Depends what you mean by "serious contesting". The PW1 is not intended for
QSK CW; full break-in is very hard on its T/R relays.

I had an IC-2KL and AT-500 for 10 years. The most arduous service they saw
was on the old Icom Users' Net, with 3 hours of SSB operation at 500W
including many lengthy transmissions. This equipment never skipped a beat.

If the IC-2KL is operated within its design ratings (500W output), with
adequate cooling air-flow and correct ALC settings, it should last for many
years.

Cheers for now, 73,
Adam VA7OJ/AB4OJ


-----Original Message-----
From: icom-bounces at mailman.qth.net [mailto:icom-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On
Behalf Of Bert
Sent: 14-Apr-09 13:55
To: 'ICOM Reflector'
Subject: [ICOM] IC-2KL in serious contesting

Hi guys,

Has anyone used the 2KL in serious contesting and what was your experience?
I have heard from unconfirmed sources that it won't hold up. Trying to avoid
any surprises. Thanks.

73 Bert, VE3OBU