On 9/19/2024 9:34 AM, Bernie and Cheryl wrote:
My question would be whether it would lessen the wear and tear on the
amp if I switched to 240 volts?
Since AC line current at 240V is half that at 120V, there would be less
IR drop, so the amp would see a bit higher voltage, with a smaller
difference under load. That's good for the amp, but not a big deal, and
pulling in a 240V line can be expensive, depending on the layout and
construction of your home. It mostly comes down how you can get wiring
from the panel to the shack.
An easy way to tell if there's any benefit -- set the front panel meter
to show DC voltage, and watch the difference between idle and transmit.
73, Jim K9YC
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