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Re: [Amps] SB-221 Why is the the variable load capacitor only crimpedto

To: <jaking@es.co.nz>, " AMPS" <amps@contesting.com>
Subject: Re: [Amps] SB-221 Why is the the variable load capacitor only crimpedto the HV circuit?
From: R.Measures <r@somis.org>
Date: Tue, 30 Mar 2004 05:20:28 -0800
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>Heres a question for the Heathkit experts or former designers.
>The Heath manual instructs that the connection of the variable load
>capacitor to the HV circuit should only be crimped, as a mechanical wire to
>wire connection.
>Why was this not soldered?

?  Is there a thermoplastic component of the Load-C that can melt?  The
person who wrote it was not a knowledgeable solderer?

>Surely that would make a more reliable electrical
>path for such an important component?
>
>Jeff ZL4AI
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