Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

I use this footswitch It is the Ames model 5501 I’ve seen them on Ebay also. Very sturdy. Dale, K9VUJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

I built my own with a pushbutton switch that had what seemed like a good feel from a ham fest. It consists of two wedges of wood to set the angle of the pedal, a base of 1/4" plywood with the switched recessed so just the top is above the base, and a piece of 3/16" plywood hinged to push the

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

I've been using foot switches since 1957, with my Viking II and 75A-4. The first one was somewhat crude. IMHO, the Linemaster series of industrial-strength footswitches is the best. Very rugged, but responds to a light touch. Mine gets used a LOT, and I expect it to outlast me!

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

Seconded. I've been using a Gem V2 for six years with my K3 with no issues. 73, Dennis NJ6G On 1/7/2018 20:23, Buck wrote: Tattoo parlor foot pedals are rugged and cheap.  I had to swap out for a longer cord but the switch itself is rugged and not too hard to press.

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

Although I haven't tried them, DX Engineering sells several. 73, andy ae6y -Original Message- From: Bob via Elecraft Sent: Monday, January 08, 2018 10:31 AM To: John Marvin ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3 You might want to try an industrial supply

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

You might want to try an industrial supply company like here: https://www.mcmaster.com/#pedal-switches/=1b1gd3p I have used one of the "steel" types for many years. The "iron types" are really rugged but require, in my opinion, to much force to operate. Mine dates back to original use with

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

When I used "dictaphone", I was referring to the function of the machine, not the company name. Sent from my iPad On Jan 8, 2018, at 6:57 AM, Don Wilhelm wrote: A slight correction - that would have been a foot pedal from the IBM "Executary" line. Dictaphone was

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

A slight correction - that would have been a foot pedal from the IBM "Executary" line. Dictaphone was another competing company. Yes, that is a heavy duty footswitch. I also use one for PTT. 73, Don W3FPR On 1/8/2018 7:02 AM, bobstev...@brockettmcneel.net wrote: 40 years ago, I found a foot

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

I guess you could. I have enough difficulty with my hand Sent from my iPad On Jan 8, 2018, at 6:32 AM, rich hurd WC3T wrote: And if you are manipulate it correctly and wire it right, you can wire it to a keyer and do iambic keying with your foot. :) > On Mon, Jan 8, 2018 at

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

And if you are manipulate it correctly and wire it right, you can wire it to a keyer and do iambic keying with your foot. :) On Mon, Jan 8, 2018 at 07:02 wrote: > 40 years ago, I found a foot pedal for an early IBM Dictaphone at a flea > market. It has a switch

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

craft] PTT switch for K3 I use my old J-38 straight key wired to a RCA plug that goes into the PTT jack on the rear of the K3. The advantage is that you don't have to pick it up to use it or put it down to type. Easy to wire up too. Buy an audio cable, lop off one connector, dress the leads out and co

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

Thanks for this idea. I prefer a foot switch, and I've already had one of the Heil switches die on me in less than 2 years of use. Right now I'm using one I got from Radiodan.com. The owner is a member of my club, and I bought it at our annual HamFest. It looks to be of decent quality, but I

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

Tattoo parlor foot pedals are rugged and cheap. I had to swap out for a longer cord but the switch itself is rugged and not too hard to press. https://www.amazon.com/Style-Tattoo-Pedal-Degree-Switch/dp/B077WCXW7Z/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?ie=UTF8=1515385276=8-3-spons=tattoo+switch=1 k4ia, Buck K3# 101

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

I've had a Boss FS-5U for many years. Intended for various music applications, sustain for digital piano, triggering sounds, etc. they're very durable and about $29. The chassis is an aluminum extrusion which is keyed so you can attach multiple together.

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

I use my old J-38 straight key wired to a RCA plug that goes into the PTT jack on the rear of the K3. The advantage is that you don't have to pick it up to use it or put it down to type. Easy to wire up too. Buy an audio cable, lop off one connector, dress the leads out and connect them to the

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

Subject: Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3 Neat idea; thanks for sharing. But a 35 mm film canister? What’s “film”? Ted, KN1CBR (and old enough to remember switchboards, rabbit ears, Rolodexes, and “the phone company”) On 1/7/18, 11:34 AM, "ksto...@ac0h.net" <ksto...@ac

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

t; Cc: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Sent: Sunday, January 7, 2018 11:03 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3 I rolled my own using a small microswitch from my junk box. No larger than a couple of sugar cubes.  A little shrink tubing

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

Also available from Digikey ... You might consider ED913 or E913 which are less expensive than the ED903. 73, ... Joe, W4TV On 1/7/2018 2:40 PM, Jack Brindle wrote: Ed; It is easier than

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

Thanks, Don. At this very moment I am scanning everything in my office for a suitable candidate . . . I just thought of it – a tennis ball! Also useful for stress relief when waiting for a nitch in a pileup . . . Ted, KN1CBR On 1/7/18, 12:35 PM, "Don Wilhelm"

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

Ed; It is easier than fabricating switch bodies. Mouser has several candidates - look at their 502-ED903. It is a nice hand-held switch in a comfortable case, costing about $12. Add wire and appropriate plug (mine has a phono plug for the K3) and you can build a very nice PTT switch for less

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

Ted, Get a round body pushbutton switch, then look around for something to contain it which feels comfortable in your hand - the cap from a Sharpie marker or the body of a fat ballpoint pen come to mind. Drill a hole in the far end if there is not sufficient opening to pass the wires, and

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

From: David Christ <radio...@mchsi.com> To: "Dauer, Edward" <eda...@law.du.edu> Cc: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Sent: Sunday, January 7, 2018 11:03 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3 I rolled my own using a sm

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

I rolled my own using a small microswitch from my junk box. No larger than a couple of sugar cubes. A little shrink tubing to cover exposed terminals. Cost almost nothing and works better than any other I have used. Force to operate is small so no fatigue. David K0LUM > On Jan 7, 2018, at

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

NAQCC SKCC -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Dauer, Edward Sent: Sunday, January 7, 2018 11:58 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3 I plan to try the SSB QSO pa

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

-Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Dauer, Edward Sent: Sunday, January 7, 2018 11:58 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3 I plan to try the SSB QSO party next weekend, and have

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3 - postscript

I wired up my own using this hand switch. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00T6RCGNC I think Heil sells a hand PTT switch. Foot switches are pretty popular, too. I don’t have one, but I’ve seen recommendations on this list. wunder K6WRU Walter Underwood CM87wj

Re: [Elecraft] PTT switch for K3 - postscript

Yes, I know I can use VOX. I prefer a hand-operated switch. From: "Dauer, Edward" Date: Sunday, January 7, 2018 at 10:57 AM To: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" Subject: PTT switch for K3 I plan to try the SSB QSO party next weekend, and have the

[Elecraft] PTT switch for K3

I plan to try the SSB QSO party next weekend, and have the adapter for the K3 and a Heil headset – but I need a remote PTT switch with a ¼ inch mono plug on one end and a pushbutton switch at the other. All I have been able to find online are nurse call buttons – which I suppose would work but