[NLRS] Power supply question

[kf0q@arrl.net]

My astron RS-70A seems to do a good job with the TE1450G (TE says it 
needs 55A .. continuous rating of the RS-70 is 57A).  For a typical 
150-180W brick the RS-35A seemed to work well.  I always used 2 - one 
for the transceiver and another for the brick.  My new rig has it's 
own supply as does the '736 so I parted with both of the RS-35A's a 
couple of months ago.  The astrons seem OK but are HEAVY.  I do use 
an SS-18 for the microwave bricks outside that works great.  Never 
had an issue with hash on any band.  I wish astron would build a 
larger SS power supply - think the biggest now is SS-30.. guess they 
claim it to be equal to the RS-35 - I would question that claim.  So 
that's my .02$.  The good news is that there should be plenty of used 
power supplies out there for under $100.  I have seen RS-35's going 
for $90 (including shipping) - a little higher at Dayton last week.. 
(like everything at Dayton).  Good luck on the hunt!
73,
Matt
KF0Q