I haven't operated an Acom, but note that it uses 4cx800's (as do a few other
companies). Those have been discontinued, and not having a future source of
tubes could be a concern. That's why Alpha switched the tube in its 8400
from 4cx800's to a 4cx1000's (new model is an 8410).
The THP is a
Of W0FK
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Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [K2] Amplifier suggestions?
I haven't operated an Acom, but note that it uses 4cx800's (as do a few
other companies). Those have been discontinued, and not having a future
source of tubes could
A quote from Rod on Vinantenna's (vinecom.co.uk) Website:
Q2. Is Svetlana still making these tubes?
A2. Yes, production has started again, but prices are going to be
significantly more than for NOS tubes.
(NOS = New Old Stock)
I have an ACOM1000 with my K3 but after having read that, I'm
W0FK wrote:
I haven't operated an Acom, but note that it uses 4cx800's (as do a few
other companies). Those have been discontinued, and not having a future
source of tubes could be a concern. That's why Alpha switched the tube in
its 8400 from 4cx800's to a 4cx1000's (new model is an
4CX800's have not been discontinued.
The truth is that the old military version of it, the GU74B is no longer
produced. Gone with it is the low price of less than $100 a piece for
those old, dark gray, tarnished-looking tubes.
4CX-800's are being made all the time,and they look nice and shiny
I stand corrected! Sorry for passing along urban legend as truth.
73,
lou, W0FK
Bob Naumann wrote:
4CX800's have not been discontinued.
The truth is that the old military version of it, the GU74B is no longer
produced. Gone with it is the low price of less than $100 a piece for
those
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