On 5/9/2010 9:55 AM, Edward R Cole wrote:
> But Elecraft probably does not manufacture the knobs (probably
> supplied by a vendor and it is they who selected "English" sized
> Allen screws.
There is a difference between "English size" and "Metric size"
standards. In my experience, the K2 main knob uses a 5/32" hex
key (a.k.a Allen wrench) with no problems. Didn't have to trot
out my Metric tools.
> This not particularly unique in products I have recently bought
> (though a little irritating when you are working on them).
In addition to my "regular" tools I've owned a set of Metric
wrenches and sockets ever since I got my first Volkswagen in
1970 No big deal. There's no such thing as a Metric Crescent
wrench.... :-)
> Case in point: my wife and I decided to purchase some
> inexpensive ($200) bicycles for a little recreative exercise. The
> handle bar was out of alignment and required a 5mm Allen wrench while
> the seat clamp was English sized (Schwinn Bike).
The right tool for the right job.
> Fact of life in the USA, today, is the mix of the two standards.
> Even ran into this on my "Toy Auto" Tundra pickup ;-)
Ford has been using Metric dimensions for at least 15-20 years,
and my work in the communications industry has required Metric
dimensions for Federal license filings for at least the same
time. And the Tundra is a Japanese vehicle regardless of where
it's assembled.
Who is the one out of step?
-- 73 de K2ASP - Phil Kane
Elecraft K2/100 s/n 5402
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