[Elecraft] this reflector

2005-03-21 Thread Slater Tubman
FWIW, I think that this reflector is great and even though some of the discussions sail right over my head that does not invalidate the observations. If we just don't let it get too personal we will all benefit. Great reflector and great radio(s). Slater VE5OA Wolseley, SK Canada K2 - 4519

[Elecraft] a K2 thought?

2005-03-21 Thread Robert Conley
In reviewing the K2 manual prior to ordering/building I have noticed that there are several instructions to install a 'GROUP' of components then solder and trim the leads. Wouldn't this lead to missed solder connections or cause a less than perfect soldered joint. I should think like 'THE

Re: [Elecraft] a K2 thought?

2005-03-21 Thread Slater Tubman
My experience as well. I had missed a few if I placed too many at once. I tried to do no more than three (e.g., resistors) at one time prior to soldering. Double-check is a must. 73 Slater VE5OA Wolseley, SK Canada K2 - 4519 On 21-Mar-05, at 8:58 AM, David A.Belsley wrote: Robert: I

Re: [Elecraft] a K2 thought?

2005-03-21 Thread Douglas Westover
I prefer the one-at-a-time approach myself..it may take a little longer but, I think, keeps the error rate down. Doug, W6JD, K2/100 #1626 - Original Message - From: Robert Conley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] List elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, March 21, 2005 7:51 AM

RE: [Elecraft] a K2 thought?

2005-03-21 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Robert wrote: I have noticed that there are several instructions to install a 'GROUP' of components then solder and trim the leads. Wouldn't this lead to missed solder connections or cause a less than perfect soldered joint. -- As you can see, you're in good company with a lot of

Re: [Elecraft] a K2 thought?

2005-03-21 Thread Lee Buller
I am one of the Turtles too. I also made sure I selected the right component by checking it three times before I put it in the hole. On resistors, I actually measured the resistor with a meter to make sure my eyes were not deceiving me. A magnifying device is a MUST! I limited myself to three

RE: [Elecraft] a K2 thought?

2005-03-21 Thread Stan Rife
That's the method I used as well, Craig. I would read the part, pick it out of the labeled bin, verify the color code/part code/value with the manual, insert, double check again between the manual and the board to make sure things were as they should be and then move on to the next part.

Re: [Elecraft] Magnifiers (was: a K2 thought?)

2005-03-21 Thread Robert
Mike and all I built this unit to solder and identify components. I put in a small TFT screen so I can monitor what I'm doing while sitting straight-up. I get great magnification and can put in a vise to hold a board while soldering. My eyes got sore and I had headaches due to wearing

Re: [Elecraft] Magnifiers (was: a K2 thought?) Take 2

2005-03-21 Thread Robert
The URL got screwed up so here it is again: http://images.andale.com/f2/115/123/10264406/1102451745722_Solderstation.jpgRobert VE3RPF -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.308 / Virus Database: 266.7.4 - Release Date: 3/18/2005

Re: [Elecraft] Magnifiers (was: a K2 thought?) Third Try

2005-03-21 Thread Robert
Ok so this time I won't put my name it. Something strange is happening here. Here's the URL for hopefully the last time: http://images.andale.com/f2/115/123/10264406/1102451745722_Solderstation.jpg -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.308 /

Re: [Elecraft] 4V 450mAH AA Lithium batteries [KX1]

2005-03-21 Thread David A.Belsley
On Mar 21, 2005, at 4:27 PM, Don wrote: About rechargable lithium batteries in general Many folks do not know this and I had to find it out the hard way when I bought some rechargable lithium batteries for my camera. Rechargable (Lithium ion) batteries decline in quality with age. It

Re: [Elecraft] 4V 450mAH AA Lithium batteries [KX1]

2005-03-21 Thread Don
About rechargable lithium batteries in general Many folks do not know this and I had to find it out the hard way when I bought some rechargable lithium batteries for my camera. Rechargable (Lithium ion) batteries decline in quality with age. It does not matter how much they are used.