If the 2E26 is operating class C, I think you'll have a problem generating
enough voltage swing at the 2E26 grid unless you use tuned circuits to step
up the SS drive circuit's output. I have kinda similar set up, DDS VFO
drives SS broadband chain drives (1:4 stepup here) 6CL6 (tuned circuit here)
drives 6146.
Bob
kb8tl


"Richard" wrote in message
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I want to homebrew a crystal controlled (or VXO) CW Tx, (capable of
break-in
operation) that employs a 2E26 tube in the PA. With ICAS operation I can
get
27 watts of RF out with a driving power of 0.17 wattts (according to my
RCA
sheet). I want most of my "design" efforts and interest to centre around
the PA stage. I think I could cope with that at least.

Can anyone please point me to a suitable solid-state exciter circuit? I
want
the Tx to cover any HF band (I'll use plug-in coils). TIA.