Wayne mentioned that Elecraft is using the newest Analog Devices 32-bit DSP.
That is likely the 3rd generation Super Harvard Architecture (SHARC) family of
programmable DSPs.
http://www.analog.com/en/processors-dsp/sharc/products/index.html
IF so, be curious which specific unit Elecraft
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Wayne -
OK, your solder station is a new OEM model from Circuit Specialists, that has
been recently introduced.
It is a micro-processor controlled station (temperature controlled) .. at an
attractive price.
Does it use the same soldering tips as the Hakko 907 pencil ??
--
I am aware
Wayne -
You have received some GOOD advice.
What is this 60 Watt temperatrure controlled station.
Forst, the reason I ask is that I have seen many newcomers/novices "hood
winked" into buying
stations that are NOT True Termperature Control .. but the box and form factor
looks like on
David -
An additional point to Don's answer,
You should ALWAYS match the MASS (1/32" - 1/4" typical in increments of 1/64")
and
PROFILE (screwdriver, single flat, conical, flat conical, etc.) of the
Soldering Handpiece Tip to the work being performed.
This is true for irons, desolde
Dean -
It is not unusual for newer microphones to separate the microphone
shield/ground for Audio from the DC ground used for Push to Talk (PTT)
switching.
Bob Heil's Heil wire (microphone cable) has a shielded conductor for the
microphone audio and
outside that shield are a red and
There are Ethernet (TCP/IP) terminal servers supporting at least one RS-232
port
as well as additional A/D lines readily available on market for less then $100
(proper qty).
Some even support two RS-232 ports.
Just need to look at inside cover of Circuit Cellar monthly magazine or
a r
'repaired' or 'refurbished stations at any one
time.
DIY repairs -- go to BAMA, I have posted the Weller Tech Sheets from my
library.
g. beat
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From: "Rob Lundahl" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To:
Sent: Sunday, June 03, 2007 9:42 AM
S
Which Weller station or iron have you been using. The "TCP" series has tips
as small as 1/64" conical. The PTS-7 is a popular SMT tip for the Weller
TCP series.
IF you are using the "ET" tips, the ETS is the same profile of tip
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Lee -
Just a couple of additional points - that Jim, N2EY did not mention in his
very good reply.
1. Glass RF tubes ( 811 / 572B, 3-500Z) are no longer manufactured in the US
in large quantities. Eimac and other mfg. moved to ceramic RF tubes and sold
off their glass tube production.
Russia,
Chris -
WHAT IS SOLDER?
Solder is a metal alloy consisting of distinct percentages of two or more
metals. In electrical work, the alloy is usually tin (Sn) and lead (Pb).
However, Silver (Ag), Zinc (Zn), and Antimony (Sb) are used for special
soldering alloys. Solder that uses lead has a lower
Yes, they have.
Unfortunately Mike, KL7R co-host of these podcasts passed away in January
while in Hawaii on vacation.
I hope that the series continues, as an educational outlet, with further
participation by qualified amateurs.
Greg
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Maybe all of the designers will sign the inside cover of the first 200 K3 !!
Greg
- Original Message -
From: "Bernard Gaffney, N8PVZ/QRP" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To:
Sent: Saturday, May 12, 2007 7:03 PM
Subject: [Elecraft] K3 Order Semi-Official
Nothing "Official" from Elecraft as yet
Wayne -
Well, I have the parts on the bench for my homebrew power supply for the
K3 --
and was considering the K2 / K1 blank enclosures.
Will we see a universal K3 accessory size
(like the old Heath SB line and Collins S lines??)
Maybe I should just ask for the matching paint color mix :-)
Gil -
SO,
"How does an amateur correctly power an elecret microphone element from a
radio that does not use 'phantom power', like the Icom radios?"
Bob Heil (Heil Sound) has a pictorial and diagram for these elecret
retrofits.
http://www.heilsound.com/amateur/electret_condenser_connections.
Hakko 936-12 soldering stations are ON SALE at Wassco -- $ 81.50
until April 23, 2007
http://www.wassco.com/saleitems.html
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John -
As explained on the Linear Amp UK web site -- the Ranger 811K (kit) is NOT
for beginners.
"This kit is not recommended for the absolute beginner as a reasonable
knowledge of electrics, electronics and RF technology is required. It would
make an excellent project for a Radio Club, where
Depending upon voltage and current usage -- you can also us the 2N3055 and
2N3772.
Very Common NPN transistor in TO-3 case -- used in solid-state amplifiers of
the 1970s and 1980s as well as pass transistors for many Linear Power
supplies.
Routinely see these at $1 each at hamfests as well as
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To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "Elecraft Reflector"
Sent: Sunday, December 17, 2006 12:36 AM
Subject: [Elecraft] Bands In Sad Shape
What happened to the bands today? I hear almost nothing. I did he
For Weller products:
I would not recommend a "gun" to build a Elecraft kit -- that uses printed
circuit boards.
The "TCP" series has been made for 40+ years and still in production (WTCPT
current model).
The "PT" tips for this model are interchangeable for all versions from
original Weller W
Tim Raymer's comment is correct. The most common mistake made by a soldering
apprentice is try to have one tip perform all soldering -- that will shorten
tip life. Match the iron's thermal MASS and profile to the joint size.
Hakko, in fact, also adds that placing heavy pressure on the solderin
TEST
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After collection Weller documentation (and notes) for the past 30 years, I
have finally scanned (Adobe Acrobat) most of these Weller Tech Sheets,
documents and notes -- some which not currently available from Weller's web
site.
Ken Grimm, K4XL at BAMA (Boatanchor Manual Archive) will be postin
Date: Fri, 21 Jul 2006 19:03:10 -0400
From: Robert
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Soldering Stations Question
I use a METCAL soldering station and a METCAL Desoldering station.
This is a real high end and expensive set-up and not for everyone.
Just as a reminder, OK International is the now the "mew
Finding the correct illuminated (neon lighted) rocker switch used in the
Weller base units for their soldering stations, can be a daunting task.
For the Weller WTCPS, WTCPT, WLC100, WPC300, EC1001, EC3000, early EC1002
models -- Weller used 2 primary suppliers for the illuminated (neon) power
Julius -
In order to support both global voltages 100/120/220/240 - an appliance's
transformer requires multiple primaries or voltage specific taps.
For the Hakko soldering station you can start with the Hakko USA web site,
found here:
http://www.hakkousa.com/2006/default_1.asp?Assistant=Din
I think the MS is MicroSemi, Irvine, CA
http://www.microsemi.com/
They are a major supplier for: Honeywell, GE, HP, Raytheon, BMW, Dell,
Seagate, Boeing, Guidant, Medtronic, etc.
You could try American MicroSemiconductor
http://www.americanmicrosemi.com/home/
Greg
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Some minor points.
1.) Tom Hammond and I have discussed this before on the Elecraft reflector,
but seems like it is a FAQ that always needs repeating. IF an Elecraft
builder is attempting to use ONE soldering tip and just change temperatures
(knob) for assembling an Elecraft K2 kit -- they ar
Some comments, each station design has its strengths and weaknesses
The Haako 936 uses ceramic heaters - some users swear by them other swear at
them.
The true Haako replacement heaters are NOT cheap - and their are already
Chinese copies of poorer quality (users beware of future "cheap"
repla
Weller Soldering Tip Care and Use (Adobe Acrobat)
can be found on their web site, as well as other helpful documents on
soldering:
http://www.cooperhandtools.com/brands/electronic_applications/index.htm
The PTF tip is a 1/32" (0.031") conical flat tip -- VERY SMALL tip surface
area and useful for
Weller Soldering Tip Care and Use (Adobe Acrobat)
can be found on their web site, as well as other helpful documents on
soldering:
http://www.cooperhandtools.com/brands/electronic_applications/index.htm
The PTF tip is a 1/32" (0.031") conical flat tip -- VERY SMALL tip surface
area and useful
Date: Fri, 06 Jan 2006 20:11:36 -0500
From: Ed K1EP
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Weller Soldering Station
I would also second that about Greg. He has a vast knowledge of Weller
irons
and is a great person to do business with.
Ed
Thank you for the kind words.
BTW, thanks to Ed's keen observation
Date: Mon, 2 Jan 2006 13:51:17 -0800 (PST)
From: Paul Kelly
Subject: [Elecraft] Weller WTCPT Solder Station
To: Elecraft
I need to replace the On OFF rocker switch for this Weller soldering
iron station. Would anyone have the parts number
and/or best place to order from?
Thanks de Paul
NN5G
On Fri, 2005-08-12 at 16:58 -0500, Tom Hammond wrote:
> At 04:31 PM 8/12/2005, Roland & Elvie Whitsitt wrote:
> >
> >I'm hearing upper side band on 40 meters and lower side band on 20.
>
> Though I can't be absolutely certain, I'd bet you set your SSB filters (at
> least SOME of them) up to have t
>From time to time, discounts appear on the Weller "PT" tips
(which is the temperature sensor function of this soldering station)
The eBay store for "esoutlet" is offering a wide variety of "PTx" tips for
$2.99 each.
For example, Item number: 3874077906 (PTL tip) with a selection of 600, 700 or
I have a Weller EC1002 station (w / EC 1201A iron and holder) that I have just
repaired.
This is the Weller adjustable temperature station - uses the same "ET" tips -
as the new WESxx models.
The EC 1201A iron and stand are new of NOS parts.
The EC 1002 is a series 1 base (e.g. designates co
> Message: 1
> Date: Thu, 3 Feb 2005 06:18:58 -0800 (PST)
> From: Mark Baugh, W5EZY
> Subject: [Elecraft] Soldering station report
> To: Elecraft Reflector
>
> Hey, guys, I just purchased one of the Circuit
> Specialist CSI Station1 ESD Safe soldering stations
> for $34.95. I really like it. I h
John -
I have known some supplies to do this with the initial current inrush. A
problem reported by some is "singing" of the transformer, usually due to loose
laminations or transformer not tightened to case.
I have never been fond of the Pyramid power supplies. My experience is that
Pyramid
Harold,
A couple of suggestions in repairing your Astron.
You MUST discharge the large filter capacitor before removing or replacing the
LM723 regulator IC (this is the part you will likely have to replace).
The RS-20 uses 2N3055 pass transistors, but you can also use 2N3771 (which is
what As
hat I have heard about ceramic heaters in irons.
Greg
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From: "Mike S" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "G. Beat" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Cc: "elecraft_list"
Sent: Monday, November 22, 2004 8:22 AM
Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Possible RE
Due to the response to my earlier posting, I a couple of changes in quantity
and an additional item to list for kit builders repairing their classic Weller
TCP series stations.
I am now down to 2 Weller WTCP station packages -- these are $ 30 plus
shipping. Adobe Acrobat of the Weller Tech Shee
I have a couple of additional comments on the Circuit Specialists Haako-clone
offering.
1. This offering has been noticed by US authorized Haako dealers. I can't
repeat what they side here. This dealer believes that the Far East mfg. is
second sourcing this product to CSI.
2. The iron conn
Are you about buying someone an Elecraft kit this holiday season, or desire an
inexpensive temperature controlled station for that new amateur builder?
I have 5 Weller WTCP in new condition (built from NOS parts). These are
identical to the WTCPL designs, BUT do not have the switch or neon light
> Picked up the matching desoldering attachment that replaces the TCP element
> tube at a junk sale. The rubber bulb has now finally perished with age.
>
> Anybody know of a source of replacements for these rubber bulbs?
>
> Checks with dealers at later junk sales have drawn a blank apart from
Bob -
Under $ 100 is very easy to achieve with either new, refurbished or used
soldering stations. It is a good time of year to shop for a station, since
many mfg. and dealers offer year-end / holiday specials.
For new stations, the Weller WES51 or WTCPT and Hakko 936-12 (ESD version)
models
The K5/K5B was the last Curtis production keyer. The Curtis 8044ABM chip was
probably the best known Curtis' keyer chip (and their final one) introduced in
the spring of 1986. It incorporated selectable A or B modes and the speed
meter. This truly was a top of the line chip, and became an ind
I just received my sample of the Future Technology Devices Int'l (UK), FTDI USB
chip (surface mount) ... Parallax is serving as the US distributor. Nice small
size -- could fit inside the K2.
http://www.parallax.com/html_pages/products/ftdi/ftdi_chips.asp
This is the chip that is used inside t
Rick -
Congratulations!
I have the Bencher Mercury # 1006
(Cousin to your new Elecraft HexKey - and matching serial number for your
series)
The craftsmanship and plating are on the Mercury is A+ .. and like Bob Locher
has produced another quality model.
Greg
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When AMP/Tyco beings out a new product (April 2004)
http://www.amp.com/prodnews.asp?ID=647
that is compatible with the PowerPole connector -- you are a popular connector !
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I was asked to re-post some Amp/Tyco cross reference information for the
contact sockets used in the Weller soldering iron handles (using the EC234
heater assembly - EC1201 & TC201P / T irons).
The contact socket pins crimp to the lead wires and are inserted into the black
plastic assembly at t
Any idea when an Elecraft 432 / 440 MHz transverter may be available?
.. yes I know that it requires a different PC board layout than 50, 144 &
222 MHz transverters.
73, Greg
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Date: Wed, 01 Sep 2004 11:43:16 -0700
From: Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft <[EMAIL PROTECTE
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Date: Sun, 29 Aug 2004 13:45:26 -0500
From: "Darrell, WA5VGO"
Subject: [Elecraft] Weller Soldering Station
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
I'm getting ready to build a K2. Where is the best place to purchase the
Weller WTCPT soldering station?
Regards,
Darrell, WA5VGO
Darrell -
If y
Elecrafter's :
Well its that time of year again, and school has started.
Middle schools, high schools and youth organizations (e.g., 4-H, Boy Scouts,
Girl Scouts)
often look to their communities for assistance in developing "experiential"
learning programs and knowledgeable volunteers.
Elect
A list member pointed out my omission of "silver solder" with is also a lead
free formulation.
Silver Solder (SnAg) with a Tin/Silver ratio of 96.5 / 3.5 (eutectic ratio)
melts at 430 F / 221 C
Pure Tin (Sn) melts at 450 F / 232 C .
Properties of various solder alloys
http://www.kester.com/e
I would like to caution newcomers and first time builders on the "turning
the knob" on your
new adjustable soldering station (e.g. Pace, Haako, Weller, Metcal) to
achieve more heat.
There are actually THREE factors at work to have the proper amount of heat
transferred to
a joint for soldering
://www.cooperhandtools.com/fallpromo/index.html
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I (or my employer) have NO interest in CooperTools, etc.
This posting is purely for people like me trying to save a $ on a purchase
this Fall (or for Christmas).
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Utah? they started the usage of the connector !!
http://www.ocraces.org/powerpole.html
Correct orientation DOES matter for interconnections to other amateur
equipment (WestMountain, Saratoga, emergency equipment)
G. Beat
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Fry's Electronics has its first store east of the Mississippi River in
Downers Grove, IL (western suburb or Chicago).
Nice stock for Midwest Elecraft builders driving through (and much closer
than California or Texas stores)
They have the Haako 936-12 (ESD version) at 89.95.
They also have the
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To: "Elecraft Reflector"
Sent: Friday, July 16, 2004 12:19 AM
Subject: [Elecraft] OT: Expedition soldering iron/station
I am getting some tool together for an upcoming DXpedition, and the issue
of a decent soldering iron c
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