Heathkit HM-15

Object/Artifact

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Radio Alpha

Name/Title

Heathkit HM-15

Description

SWR Meter

Category

SWR Meter

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Heath Company

Date made

1966 - 1970

Dimensions

Height

2-1/2 in

Width

7-3/4 in

Depth

3-1/2 in

Weight

2-1/2 lb

Valuations

Value

$14.95

General Notes

Note

The HM-15 is the third iteration of the AM-2. The AM-2 was introduced in 1957. In 1962 the AM-2 was given a new paint job and called the HM-11. Then in 1966 the HM-11 was put in to a new “low boy” cabinet, painted to match the SB series and renamed the HM-15. All of these are really the same device. The HM-15 will handle up to 2000 watts PEP and will operate from 160-6 meters. It also will operate with 50 or 75Ω lines depending on the pick-off resistors chosen during construction. For a little more history on this unit refer to AM-2 and HM-11. In 1970 the HM-15 would itself be changed into the HM-102—the last of the line. References: Review. QST. Nov 1966, p. 44. Review. 73 Amateur Radio. Sep. 1966, p. 68. Power handling capability: 2000 watts PEP Input and output impedance: 50-52 or 70-75Ω (wiring option) Frequency coverage: 160 to 6 meters Meter: 100 µA full scale Photos, general information and specifications from "Heathkit: A Guide to the Amateur Radio Products," by Chuck Penson, WA7ZZE. Used with permission.