Re: [Elecraft] KIO3B Main Board Repair

2020-10-31 Thread Greg Beat
Mike - You can view the Schematic diagrams (6 pages) for the Elecraft KIO3B module. https://ftp.elecraft.com/K3S/Manuals%20Downloads/E740323%20K3s%20Schematic%20Files.pdf The KIO3B is a multi-function module, that includes these functions: 1. RF Board interface 2. Digital I/O interface 3. Audio

Re: [Elecraft] The KIO2 unit in my K2 has died

2020-08-19 Thread Greg Beat
Paul - Wayne has made a generous offer for swapping the KIO2 board. == For component level techs (reading or following along) Elecraft KIO2 Manual (Parts List on second page) https://ftp.elecraft.com/K2/Manuals%20Downloads/KIO2%20man%20rev%20C%20.pdf ESD and lightning events likely damaged the

Re: [Elecraft] KIO3

2017-04-22 Thread Greg Beat
The main IC for the KIO3 board is the RS-232 Level Converter, U1. Part most likely to fail due to ESD / Static / External events. Texas Instruments SN75C1405 (U1), 16-pin Surface Mount. ... a version of the MAX232 with ESD may cross reference. Board photos

Re: [Elecraft] Soldering stations available

2012-09-18 Thread Greg Beat
The Pace ST-75 De-soldering station and accessories has been SOLD. Thank you for queries and interest. Greg w9gb __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

[Elecraft] K3 Woes: Radio Shuts Off at Power Levels 20

2012-05-31 Thread Greg Beat
COMMON MODE RF can cause loss of regulation (low voltage, high voltage, supply shutdowns) of Switch-Mode power supplies, Such as the SMPS models you have listed, that you are using. 1. TEST with a 50 ohm resistive dummy load 2. Correct your Antenna System. You mistakenly believe

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Solomon SR-976 Replacement Tips For Sale

2012-03-12 Thread Greg Beat
Mike - The Solomon SR-976 is a clone/copy of the old Hakko 926 station (long discontinued Hakko model). A1parts has complete replacement handpiece for $15.76 http://www.a1parts.com/solomon/index.html IF the base/control unit has failed, then the PC control board should be very similar

Re: [Elecraft] high-power tuner

2012-02-24 Thread Greg Beat
Ian - I have been watching product developments I this power/automatic operation category: Palstar HF-AUTO http://www.palstar.com/hf-auto.php RF Concepts/Alpha 4040 Automatic Tuner http://www.rfconcepts.com/PRODUCTS/New-Products/Alpha4040 E-Z Tuner - Jim Garland, W8ZR (2002 QST

Re: [Elecraft] soldering station

2010-11-14 Thread Greg Beat
Bob - IF you are looking for ANY Weller parts, contact me -- I will be happy to help or just advise. Read the eHam.net forum and ASK questions HERE, OR send me a personal e-mail. So tidbits, not yet mentioned. 1. The Weller WLC100 (orange station) is an OEM light dimmer and ungrounded iron.

[Elecraft] FS: Weller soldering irons

2009-08-04 Thread Greg Beat
For Sale: Refurbished or NOS Weller soldering irons These Weller irons must be used with the appropriate Weller base unit. Consult the BAMA web site for Weller manuals for additional details, or feel free to ask me. EC1201A with ETA tip and new silicon cord (ESD black) -- $70 TC-201P with PTA7

Re: [Elecraft] Cushcraft cable - what is it? - OT

2008-10-12 Thread Greg Beat
Nope, used for 2.4 GHz conenctions, according to my records gb - Original Message - From: David Ferrington, M0XDF To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Friday, October 10, 2008 7:31 PM Subject: [Elecraft] Cushcraft cable - what is it? - OT Can anyone tell me what this

[Elecraft] First K3 phone contact

2008-07-12 Thread Greg Beat
I decided to take my K3 up to the 40 meter phone bands this evening. The first contact for the K3 was with the Peter Spaeth, KX2X (Uganda) running his Elecraft K2 (I assume, unless he also has a K3 by now). Not bad for the first K3 phone contact ! .. I was only running 100 watts into my Outback

Re: [Elecraft] Weller WCC100

2007-12-30 Thread Greg Beat
David, Thank you for that correction. In addition, I left out these 2 paragraphs, the second is critical for proper WCC103 sensor replacement. The Weller WCC103 temperature sensor is actually an iron-constantan thermocouple (possibly a Type J). Weller used Type K thermocouples for its EC

Re: [Elecraft] Does anyone have a Cushcraft R7 Vertical to use with my K1?

2007-12-30 Thread Greg Beat
Norm - I just cleaned up and rebuilt a Cushcraft R7 earlier this month (I am working on another one right now as well). Tough weather the rest of this week for installing antennas! Greg, w9gb Elmhurst, IL .. awaiting my K3 ... - Original Message - From: Norm Klieman [EMAIL

[Elecraft] Weller WCC100

2007-12-29 Thread Greg Beat
This is an informational post for owners of the Weller WCC100 soldering station. Some Elecraft builders have used this soldering station for building their kits. This is the BLUE colored station that was sold by Weller until 1999, when it was discontinued The Weller WLC100, which is an ORANGE

Re: [Elecraft] K3: power supply for K3/100? solid suggestions?

2007-10-15 Thread Greg Beat
- Original Message - From: Brian Pepperdine [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 2:37 PM Subject: [Elecraft] K3: power supply for K3/100? solid suggestions? Simply put. For thhose of us getting a K3 with a 100 watt option. What power

Re: [Elecraft] What is this stuff??

2007-10-13 Thread Greg Beat
Jerry - Let me follow-up on the answer provided by Robert, F5UL. The Kester HQ is about 7 miles north of my QTH (recently moved from Des Plaines, IL to Itasca, IL) SN62PB36AG02 This number means the following: SN62 - 62% Tin (Sn is Periodic Table designation for Tin) PB36 - 36% Lead (Pb is

Re: [Elecraft] KESTER SOLID wire solder

2007-10-13 Thread Greg Beat
Kester's Part Number System: xx-- 14-7150- 14-6337 Sn 63 Pb 37 14-6040 Sn 60 Pb 40 14-7150 -- The 7150 is likely a reference number for the Sn62 Pb 36 Ag 02 (silver alloy mix) 14 - One Pound Roll of Solid Wire http://www.kester.com/en-us/products/prodcat_detail.aspx?pid=46#part

Re: [Elecraft] Hakko 936-12

2007-10-05 Thread Greg Beat
Ian - For a variable temperature soldering station -- and using 60/40 (Sn/Pb) solder -- stay within the range of 650 to 750 degrees F (345 - 400 degrees C). Personally, I always set one to 700 F degrees (370 C) --- since I learned my techniques in 1970s with the Weller TCP series with 700

Re: [Elecraft] I can't take it any more . . .

2007-09-04 Thread Greg Beat
Get your wish list in to Santa (Wayne and Elecraft staff) early this year ! Sounds like you will have something under the tree ! Greg w9gb - Original Message - From: John Graf [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Reflector (post) elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tuesday, September 04, 2007