KAAR PH-17M

Object/Artifact

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Radio Alpha

Image: Electrinics World, May 1968

Image: Electrinics World, May 1968

Name/Title

KAAR PH-17M

Description

100 Watt 1.6–12.5 MHz SSB Transceiver

Category

Transceiver, HF

Made/Created

Manufacturer

KAAR Engineering Corp

Date made

1968

General Notes

Note

Electronics World, May 1968, p. 88. Features – Transistorized transmitter for fixed-frequency operation across three bands (40, 80, and 160 meters). – Modes: Single Sideband (SSB), compatible AM, and CW. – Uses solid-state circuitry throughout, except in the high-level stages. Specifications – Power Output: 90–100 watts PEP (depending on the operating frequency and antenna used). – Audio Frequency Response: Extends from 450 Hz to 2600 Hz (down only 2.5 dB at 500 Hz and 2400 Hz relative to 1000 Hz). – Carrier Suppression: 46 dB or more in SSB mode. – Frequency Tolerance: +–1 ppm per week. – Frequency Stability: Better than +–5 Hz at room temperature when operating at 12.5 MHz. Power Source: Operates from 115 V or 230 V AC (50–60 Hz). References Brief description. Electronics World, May 1968, p. 88.