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Old February 12th 10, 04:29 PM posted to rec.radio.shortwave
D. Peter Maus D. Peter Maus is offline
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Default Recommendations - 12 / 13.8v Power Supply, ~ 5 amp?

On 2/12/10 10:13 , bpnjensen wrote:

Pyramids are not especially popular with the Amateur Radio crowd:

http://www.eham.net/reviews/products/20


So I have noticed! But the Astrons, in general, have a loyal
following.



I did some research into the Pyramid supplies. As I said earlier,
they were not built for continuous service. Apparently, at any load.
Shame, too. With modification, they can be a pretty decent supply.

Apparently Pyramid has been taking design tips for ICOM.