I don't know if its a rebrand - I believe Watson is actually the manufacturing arm of WATers and StantON - but I guess they don't actually manufacture, just design/spec etc.
And I have not put a scope on this, I just didn't notice any RFI while using it. On 30/11/07 17:54, "Doug Faunt N6TQS +1-510-655-8604" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> sent: > Well, I see that David says it's quiet at RF- > "Its very small, quiet - both physical and appears to be on RF too" > > I only see a 14A PS from Jetstream that's the same size- is that what > you tested? > > And since W&S rebranded it, they may have changed other > characteristics, too. > > It'd be interesting to see how the W&S unit did on a test bench, since > it does look attractive. > > I've had reliability problems with the MFJ-4125, although the unit appears > to be robust now, after two trips to MFJ, and some rework by myself. > But I tend to work it hard, DXpedition and contest RTTY. > > BTW, I have found that not all equipment is more expensive in the UK. > I have a TH-D7E that was cheaper in the UK (and had bandpass filters > for the 430-440 satellite band, instead of 440-450). > You just have to shop carefully. > > 73, doug > M0BPI at times > > Date: Fri, 30 Nov 2007 11:36:30 -0600 > From: dave <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > I'd be interested in hearing if that unit has RFI problems. I had one > that looked identical to that, with the brand "Jetstream" on it, on a > spectrum analyzer a day or two ago. Appeared to produce lots of RF > hash. Might be OK across a battery, but looked really bad by itself > (hash at -80 dBm or so). The hash was riding the power cord as well as > the output terminals. Did not do a through check, not enough time, just > a quick look. > > > Doug Faunt N6TQS +1-510-655-8604 wrote: >> It's about the same size at the MFJ-4125, and W&S may have a better >> reputation than MFJ. >> It does look like a nice piece of kit, but what kind of warranty >> coverage does W&S give to non-resident purchasers? >> >> The price is very good, in fact, especially if W&S will do the required >> paper work for a VAT refund. >> >> 73, doug >> >> Date: Fri, 30 Nov 2007 10:58:35 +0000 >> From: "David Ferrington, M0XDF" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >> >> On the PSU - why not buy one here (I guess exchange rate might be an >> issue), >> I'm using a Watson Power-Mite, purchased from Walters & Stanton (Watson is >> their kit) >> >> http://www.wsplc.com/acatalog/Watson_Mains_Power_Supplies.html >> should be the first item on that page >> >> Its very small, quiet - both physical and appears to be on RF too >> Has switchable input voltage, so when you take it back it will work - it >> should work in any country I would have thought. >> A few nice features: >> * uses a standard power cord with 'normal' PC style 3 pin - just take the >> right cord for the country (anyone know right code for that kind of plug). >> >> * fan can run in auto mode or permanent on, it didn't come on much when I >> used it with my FT-857 in the summer. >> >> * short-circuit and over-voltage protection >> >> * adjustable voltage, so if you don't really need another supply at home, >> use it on the bench etc. >> >> since you're staying with family, have it delivered to them or get them to >> purchase for you, W&S have a shop in the Midlands and Scotland too. >> >> >> I haven't used the Alinco one, but it has an adjustment to compensate for >> the RF it produces. >> >> >> On 30/11/07 03:00, "Mike Geddes" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> sent: >> >> 2) Suggestions for a nice portable 20a >>> switching power supply? I am looking for a smaller unit I can include in >>> the case with the radio. And it must have 110/220v power options. I saw an >>> Alinco that seemed to fit the bill. I welcome your ideas. >> >> -- >> All the world's a stage and most of us are desperately unrehearsed. >> -Sean O'Casey, playwright (1880-1964) >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Elecraft mailing list >> Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net >> You must be a subscriber to post to the list. >> Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): >> http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft >> >> Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm >> Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Elecraft mailing list >> Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net >> You must be a subscriber to post to the list. >> Subscriber Info (Addr. 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