Re: [BVARC] Power supply for home

2023-11-22 Thread John Mechura via BVARC
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Re: [BVARC] Power supply for home

2023-11-22 Thread mike.williams shopjubilee.com via BVARC
LUB' Cc: K5BOU Subject: Re: [BVARC] Power supply for home I use the Astron RS-50 A. Run 2 icom (7300 and 9700) + bunches of other stuff that need power/. I bought 50 A because sometimes both radios are transmitted simultaneously, and I always wonder what I will purchase next and worry about

Re: [BVARC] Power supply for home

2023-11-22 Thread K5BOU via BVARC
udolph Ackerman Subject: [BVARC] Power supply for home I'm looking for a power supply to power my radios at home. I currently have a Yaesu FTM-400 and a Yaesu FTDX-10.The FTM-400 draws a max of 12 amps and the FTDX-10 draws 21 amps max. I do not see ever transmitting on both at the

[BVARC] Power supply for home

2023-11-22 Thread Rudolph Ackerman via BVARC
I'm looking for a power supply to power my radios at home. I currently have a Yaesu FTM-400 and a Yaesu FTDX-10.    The FTM-400 draws a max of 12 amps and the FTDX-10 draws 21 amps max.   I do not see ever transmitting on both at the same time, with that I feel a 25amp power supply should be

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply Repair

2023-04-25 Thread Chuck Finnell via BVARC
Thank you Phil! On Tue, Apr 25, 2023 at 2:40 PM Philip Bartash via BVARC wrote: > Give Alexander Suvorov a call: 281-854-5667 > > 73, > Phil > W2OZB > > "What I lack in copy skills, I make up with my poor sending technique" > > On Tue, Apr 25, 2023 at 2:32 PM Chuck Finnell via BVARC > wrote: >

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply Repair

2023-04-25 Thread Philip Bartash via BVARC
nutz! its 281-854-5657 On Tue, Apr 25, 2023 at 2:39 PM Philip Bartash wrote: > Give Alexander Suvorov a call: 281-854-5667 > > 73, > Phil > W2OZB > > "What I lack in copy skills, I make up with my poor sending technique" > > On Tue, Apr 25, 2023 at 2:32 PM Chuck Finnell via BVARC > wrote: > >

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply Repair

2023-04-25 Thread Philip Bartash via BVARC
Give Alexander Suvorov a call: 281-854-5667 73, Phil W2OZB "What I lack in copy skills, I make up with my poor sending technique" On Tue, Apr 25, 2023 at 2:32 PM Chuck Finnell via BVARC wrote: > BVARC, > I am looking for suggestions for a power supply repair person/company here > in Houston, i

[BVARC] Power Supply Repair

2023-04-25 Thread Chuck Finnell via BVARC
BVARC, I am looking for suggestions for a power supply repair person/company here in Houston, if they exist. The needed repair is a Ten-Tec Model 962 power supply that works with my Ten-Tec Omni VI Plus. Thank you for your help and any suggestions you may have. Regards, Chuck Finnell K4DAG 713.266.

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply

2021-08-11 Thread Gary Sitton via BVARC
I use an MFJ 45A supply but replaced one of the fans with a quieter model. Gary K5AMH On August 11, 2021 1:39:46 AM Mark Brantana via BVARC wrote: I have been very happy with my MegaWatt 40 amp. Some small fan noise, though. I bet you will run into supply issues whatever you buy, so you might

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply

2021-08-10 Thread Mark Brantana via BVARC
I have been very happy with my MegaWatt 40 amp. Some small fan noise, though. I bet you will run into supply issues whatever you buy, so you might want to get something on order soon. Mark N5PRD Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 9, 2021, at 8:13 PM, Gus Bernard via BVARC wrote: > >  > Those A

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply

2021-08-10 Thread Brent Hetrick via BVARC
Thanks to everyone for their input, especially the little nugget about Dave Casler. Brent KI5JMF On Aug 9, 2021, at 8:17 PM, Gus Bernard via BVARC wrote: Oh, and that RS-12A also runs my Kenwood V71A VHF set - no problem. Picked it up used for $20. Gus On Mon, Aug 9, 2021 at 8:13 PM Gus

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply

2021-08-09 Thread Gus Bernard via BVARC
Oh, and that RS-12A also runs my Kenwood V71A VHF set - no problem. Picked it up used for $20. Gus On Mon, Aug 9, 2021 at 8:13 PM Gus Bernard wrote: > Those Astron linears (RS Series) are bullet proof units that last > forever. I have an ages old RS-12A that powers all the ancillary equipment

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply

2021-08-09 Thread Gus Bernard via BVARC
Those Astron linears (RS Series) are bullet proof units that last forever. I have an ages old RS-12A that powers all the ancillary equipment on my desk. It just runs, quiet and RF noise-free! Gus K5GMB On Mon, Aug 9, 2021 at 8:07 PM Bruce via BVARC wrote: > I bought a small Astron RS-20A when

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply

2021-08-09 Thread Bruce via BVARC
I bought a small Astron RS-20A when I was first licensed in 1993 and keep it now for taking to field day or portable. I have been using an Astron RS-35A since around 1995 when I got into HF and was using 2 radios. It has enough power for an HF radio, satellite radio, the TNC,  and another 2m ra

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply

2021-08-09 Thread Gus Bernard via BVARC
See, for example from Dave Casler, https://youtu.be/w4T_Q5gr41c However, I would suggest a 20-25A supply, in case you ever get your General and want to power a 100W HF set, along with everything else in your shack. Gus K5GMB On Mon, Aug 9, 2021 at 2:07 PM Brent Hetrick via BVARC wrote: > I’m a

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply

2021-08-09 Thread Keith Dutson via BVARC
All of my power supplies are Astron switching units with meters.  Two were purchased in 2003 for a DXpedition to Falkland Islands.  These have been hauled around on six more DXpeditions around the globe.  Since then I have purchased three more.  All are currently in use in my ham shack. 73, Kei

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply

2021-08-09 Thread Philip Bartash via BVARC
What Mike and Jeff said! 73 Phil W2OZB On Mon, Aug 9, 2021 at 3:44 PM Michael Amos via BVARC wrote: > > > I’ll second that one as well. I’ve got one that I run MY HF rig on as > well as the small amount of power it takes to run the SWR meter as well. > It works GREAT and is virtually noise fre

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply

2021-08-09 Thread Michael Amos via BVARC
I'll second that one as well. I've got one that I run MY HF rig on as well as the small amount of power it takes to run the SWR meter as well. It works GREAT and is virtually noise free. Mike - KG4NDS I like those too. I'd get a 25 amp, in case you want to use a 100w hf rig later. 25 amp is

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply

2021-08-09 Thread Jeffrey Carson via BVARC
I like those too. I'd get a 25 amp, in case you want to use a 100w hf rig later. 25 amp is sort of "standard". On Monday, August 9, 2021, 02:20:09 PM CDT, James Burrough via BVARC wrote: I have used the MFJ-4230 for years and have been very happy with it. About $100 from any of the m

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply

2021-08-09 Thread James Burrough via BVARC
I have used the MFJ-4230 for years and have been very happy with it. About $100 from any of the major ham equipment suppliers. On Monday, August 9, 2021, 02:07:13 PM CDT, Brent Hetrick via BVARC wrote: I’m a newbie looking for recommendations for a DC power supply for a dual band tran

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply

2021-08-09 Thread Jeff Greer via BVARC
&L tends to run specials on them. From: BVARC on behalf of Brent Hetrick via BVARC Sent: Monday, August 9, 2021 2:07 PM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: Brent Hetrick Subject: [BVARC] Power Supply I’m a newbie looking for recommendations for a DC power sup

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply

2021-08-09 Thread Roy Storey via BVARC
Brent, I have had excellent results using JetStream JTPS - 28. I have 2 and really like the fan control to reduce the fan noise. Roy - W5TKZ On Mon, Aug 9, 2021 at 2:07 PM Brent Hetrick via BVARC wrote: > I’m a newbie looking for recommendations for a DC power supply for a dual > band transceiv

[BVARC] Power Supply

2021-08-09 Thread Brent Hetrick via BVARC
I’m a newbie looking for recommendations for a DC power supply for a dual band transceiver. 13A max current requirement. I’m leaning towards a switching power supply rather than a linear unit. There are too many different manufactures so I’m looking for other users input on brands that are re

Re: [BVARC] Power supply for Field Day

2018-06-18 Thread Ralph Cheek via BVARC
Allen, Have multiple 12 volt power supplies at the house but we are in Norfolk, Va. this week. I can call and tell you how how to get in and how to find them if you have time to run by my house. 73, Ralph Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 17, 2018, at 2:46 PM, Allen Brier N5XZ via BVARC > wrote: >

Re: [BVARC] Power supply for Field Day

2018-06-18 Thread Jo Keener via BVARC
I have one I can loan you it is a i5px by pyramid. JLK On Sun, Jun 17, 2018 at 2:20 PM, gmuller885--- via BVARC wrote: > Allen >Got you covered. Bringing a spare. MFJ 4245 and a Astron ss-50. Take > your pick. I will take the other. > > Gerald Muller *K9GEM* > > *gmuller...@aol.com * > In

Re: [BVARC] Power supply for Field Day

2018-06-17 Thread gmuller885--- via BVARC
Allen    Got you covered. Bringing a spare.  MFJ 4245 and a Astron ss-50.  Take your pick. I will take the other.   Gerald Muller K9GEM gmuller...@aol.com  In a message dated 6/17/2018 2:02:40 PM Central Standard Time, bvarc@bvarc.org writes:   Sorry, only have the one I bought down. On Sun, Ju

Re: [BVARC] Power supply for Field Day

2018-06-17 Thread Jim Blanca via BVARC
Sorry, only have the one I bought down. On Sun, Jun 17, 2018, 1:46 PM Allen Brier N5XZ via BVARC wrote: > Hey guys, I need a 12VDC power supply for my K3 on Field Day. Anyone got a > spare to lend me? My linear supply is too big and heavy. > > > > Thanks, > > > > Allen R. Brier N5XZ > > 1515 Win

Re: [BVARC] Power supply for Field Day

2018-06-17 Thread Glenn Anderson via BVARC
I'll bring an extra you you. Original message From: Allen Brier N5XZ via BVARC Date: 6/17/18 13:46 (GMT-06:00) To: tdxs-l...@tdxs.net, bvarc@bvarc.org Cc: Allen Brier N5XZ Subject: [BVARC] Power supply for Field Day Hey guys, I need a 12VDC power supply for my K3 on

[BVARC] Power supply for Field Day

2018-06-17 Thread Allen Brier N5XZ via BVARC
Hey guys, I need a 12VDC power supply for my K3 on Field Day. Anyone got a spare to lend me? My linear supply is too big and heavy. Thanks, Allen R. Brier N5XZ 1515 Windloch Lane Richmond, Texas 77406-2553 (281) 342-1882 (Home) (713) 705-4801 (Cell) _

Re: [BVARC] Power supply

2017-04-11 Thread Travis Burgess via BVARC
, however, a great many electrons were terribly inconvenienced. From: BVARC on behalf of Gary Sitton via BVARC Sent: Tuesday, April 11, 2017 11:53 AM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: Gary Sitton Subject: Re: [BVARC] Power supply Gayle: Another

Re: [BVARC] Power supply

2017-04-11 Thread Gary Sitton via BVARC
only see a low average power output in that circumstance. Larry *From:* Gayle Dotts via BVARC *Sent:* Saturday, 8 April, 2017 2:17 PM *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB *Cc:* Gayle Dotts *Subject:* [BVARC] Power supply Got a question on pwer supply for my Yaesu FT-920. The FT-920 manual says

Re: [BVARC] Power supply

2017-04-11 Thread Larry via BVARC
: Saturday, 8 April, 2017 2:17 PM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: Gayle Dotts Subject: [BVARC] Power supply Got a question on power supply for my Yaesu FT-920. The FT-920 manual says: 13.5V DC….Rx(w/signal) @2.5A, Tx (100W) @22.0A. My current power supply is a MFJ-4225MV 25A

Re: [BVARC] Power supply

2017-04-08 Thread Gayle Dotts via BVARC
Thanks Gary, Working with it tonight...Home Depot run produced a volt-ohm meter per your suggestion. I'll run CW and investigate further. Was on the roof all afternoon with my antenna chasing down RF reported in my signals, glad to say I found the culprit and didn't fall off the roof. 73 Gayle D

Re: [BVARC] Power supply

2017-04-08 Thread Rick Hiller -- W5RH via BVARC
Gayle...you asked aboutthe PS. Specs - Current out -- continuous 22 Amps at 13.8 Vdc Front Panel Adjustable Voltage (9-15 Vdc) 22A continuous is plenty for 100 W xcvr. Adjust the DC Volt knob for a reading of 13.8V on the meter. Maybe you are meassuring in the AM mode...bet your rig goes to 50

Re: [BVARC] Power supply

2017-04-08 Thread Gayle Dotts via BVARC
Thanks will do. On Sat, Apr 8, 2017 at 7:27 PM, Gary Sitton via BVARC wrote: > You need to measure the voltage as I indicated with the rig in CW mode > into an antenna or whatever you used before when you measured the power > output. Now a cheap but accurate digital volt-ohm meter will cost as

Re: [BVARC] Power supply

2017-04-08 Thread Gary Sitton via BVARC
You need to measure the voltage as I indicated with the rig in CW mode into an antenna or whatever you used before when you measured the power output. Now a cheap but accurate digital volt-ohm meter will cost as little as $10. A small investment in your hobby I think. Gary, K5AMH Sent with

Re: [BVARC] Power supply

2017-04-08 Thread Rick Hiller via BVARC
Gayle, As Gary suggested, measure the voltage right at the rig.after the fuses and even maybe inside the rear panel. Should be 13.5v + If not adjust the mfj for the correct voltage. Voltage drop over a looong power cord can be a culprit. GL.Rick. W5RH Sent from my i-Thingamajig > On

Re: [BVARC] Power supply

2017-04-08 Thread Gayle Dotts via BVARC
Hi Gary, I don't have anything to measure the actual load on the FT-920, unfortunately no dummy load available either. Bought the radio used and without a power chord. I ordered a Yaesu power chord thru MFJ and it came with two inline fuses one on the positive side one on the negative side, both

Re: [BVARC] Power supply

2017-04-08 Thread Gary Sitton via BVARC
Gayle: Measure the actual under load (100 W. CW) voltage at the back of the FT-920. Faulty inline fuse holders or connectors, and wiring losses can cost you 1/2 v. or more. You need a full 13.5 to 13.8 VDC at the back. Since power to a R Ohm load is V*V/R, a relative power line voltage drop

[BVARC] Power supply

2017-04-08 Thread Gayle Dotts via BVARC
Got a question on power supply for my Yaesu FT-920. The FT-920 manual says: 13.5V DC….Rx(w/signal) @2.5A, Tx (100W) @22.0A. My current power supply is a MFJ-4225MV 25A switching power. Is this MFJ will power the Yaesu but I don’t really see the 100W on output Tx, although the amp meter on th

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply for Overseas Use

2016-02-21 Thread Keith Dutson via BVARC
: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of Kevin Thornsberry via BVARC Sent: Saturday, February 20, 2016 10:32 PM To: bvarc@bvarc.org Cc: Kevin Thornsberry Subject: [BVARC] Power Supply for Overseas Use I would like to find a power supply for overseas use (Angola). Voltage there is

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply for Overseas Use

2016-02-21 Thread EMD Cebridge via BVARC
ARC Sent: Sunday, February 21, 2016 7:50 AM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: Michael Monsour; Kevin Thornsberry Subject: Re: [BVARC] Power Supply for Overseas Use This is an interesting question... For 35 years I worked on equipment made in Australia and later France For a transformer

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply for Overseas Use

2016-02-21 Thread Michael Wrenn via BVARC
My Jetstream JTPS31MB can switched between 120 and 240. I would expect that most modern power supplies will have this ability. What you will need is a receptacle adapter. Amazon has a bountiful selection. Seven Three, Michael - K5WRN http://www.qrz.com/db/K5WRN On Sun, Feb 21, 2016 at 7:49 AM, M

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply for Overseas Use

2016-02-21 Thread Michael Monsour via BVARC
This is an interesting question... For 35 years I worked on equipment made in Australia and later France For a transformer made for 60Hz operation and using it on 50Hz the output will be approximately 80% A 50Hz transformer will see a voltage increase of approximately 120% using 60 Hz. Which is wh

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply for Overseas Use

2016-02-21 Thread Jon Noxon via BVARC
Elecraft now sells the PowerWerx switcher after recommending them to any who asked (I did when I ordered my K3), which has switched adjustment for 120/240 V input. Line Frequency is not relevant. This is an RF quiet PS and uses the IEC power cord which you would get locally (standard desktop comput

Re: [BVARC] Power Supply for Overseas Use

2016-02-20 Thread Scott Mckee via BVARC
Kevin, I lived in Germany 1989-91. I didn't find any problems using appropriate voltage transformers. Many power supplies now have a wide input range so you only need to get the correct plug for that area. The frequency difference might cause a problem with some time based devices. Have a gre

[BVARC] Power Supply for Overseas Use

2016-02-20 Thread Kevin Thornsberry via BVARC
I would like to find a power supply for overseas use (Angola). Voltage there is 220v 50 Hz. I will have a step down transformer which will drop the line voltage to 110v but I believe it will still be at 50 Hz. Will this be an issue for most power supplies built for use in the US (110v 60 Hz)?