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Old December 12th 05, 10:37 PM posted to rec.radio.amateur.homebrew
Andrew VK3BFA
 
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Default HF Linear


Paul M0EME wrote:
Im building a HF linear using four PL519's. Can i use 2oz copper PCB for the
base to fit the valves too?????? as Im not very good at cutting and messing
with metal.


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Hi Paul,
you can - but not recommended. Valves generate a lot of heat, and PCB
is not good at dissipating it - would have problems very soon. Why not
use aluminium sheet - easy to work as PCB, - I get mine form a local
scrap merchant, they have pieces big enuff to build any chassis I want,
and its a lot stronger AND cheaper than pcb.

73 de VK3BFA Andrew.