Problem with the ICE products is that they are being very slow in
delivery, according to Array Solutions. He has a 6 month backlog of
orders waiting to be filled. I'd be thrilled to get the 2:1 switch at
$62, if it would ship in a reasonable timeframe.
Kevin Normoyle wrote:
> at $110 for a single Tohtsu 3500, is that really a cost saving for this
> kind of outdoor switching?
>
> Just did a quick look, because my remembering of this is that most
> people who try to do a cheaper homebrew come to appreciate the different
> issues in making something that works well?
>
> comparison:
>
> ICE has (thru array solutions)
> http://www.iceradioproducts.com/rfswitch.html#3
> which claims:
> "standard rating 7,500 Watts PEP / ICS, insulation rating of poles and
> relay armatures 2000VAC, switching time 11ms., usable up to 500 feet
> from feed voltage source, 50 / 75 ohms, 0.1 db insertion loss, DC-30 MHz
>
> ... each switching unit contains a resistive heating element which may
> be switched on and off from the control source or left on 24 hours per
> day (total cost about 5-7cents per year), keeping the relays and chassis
> housing warm and dry -- even in harsh environments. All models rated for
> indoor / outdoor service"
>
> 2:1 for $58 or $62
> 6:1 for $208
> 9:1 for $228
> $30 for a second pvc case for secondary protection of the connectors etc.
>
> reviews here
> http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/3948
>
> -kevin
> ke6rad
>
--JohnK
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