MFJ CMOS-8043

Object/Artifact

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Radio Alpha

Name/Title

MFJ CMOS-8043

Description

Electronic Keyer Based on the Curtis 8043 IC

Category

Keys, Electronic

Made/Created

Manufacturer

MFJ Enterprises

Date made

1976 - 1977

Valuations

Value

$39.95

General Notes

Note

QST, May 1976, p. 105. QST, Feb 1977, p. 119. MFJ’s CMOS Keyer used an 8043 chip. It had a built-in paddle and speaker. When used with an external squeeze key, it operated in the iambic mode. The speed range was 8–50 wpm and its keying transistor was rated to 300 VDC.