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ACOM 2100-RF-240 - ACOM Amplifiers

ACOM 2100 AMPLIFIER 240V

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ACOM 2100-TR - ACOM Amplifier Replacement Parts

ACOM 2100 TRANSFORMER

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Overview

ACOM 2100 HF + 6 Meter Linear Amplifiers

The ACOM 2100 is a complete and self-contained linear amplifier that covers all Amateur bands from 1.8 through 54 MHz and provides over 1500W PEP or continuous carrier output power, typically at only 40 to 55 watts drive. The 2100 utilizes a single 4CX1000A ceramic and metal radial-beam tetrode vacuum tube with plate dissipation of 1,000 watts. This manually tuned amp features many automatic functions. Tube protection includes permanent monitoring and automatic protection of plate and grid voltages and currents, as well as the exhaust air temperature, essential data that indicates the power tube operating conditions.

The 2100 amplifier features virtually silent high-speed break-in CW (QSK). The input bypassing and vacuum antenna relays are virtually silent even in the CW QSK mode; thanks to specially designed mounting hardware.

The 2100 is designed to safely withstand up to 400 watts of reflected power and up to 100 milliseconds duration of drive spikes. Additionally, these amplifiers continue to function with "soft" AC mains and will deliver more than half power at only 85 percent of nominal mains voltage. They can withstand voltage drops for up to 10 milliseconds and can tolerate 15 percent mains voltage spikes; especially important on Field Day, during DXpeditions, and at portable operating events where emergency power is relied upon. Be sure to read the SPECIAL Note, below.

The True Resistance Indicator (TRI) is a powerful tuning aid that helps the operator to quickly and precisely match the antenna impedance to the optimum tube load impedance. The auto-operate function (when enabled) maintains the amplifier in the OPERATE mode, thus avoiding unnecessary manual operations. Broadband input matching presents a very good load to the transceiver over the entire spectrum of 1.8-54 MHz. Your 2100 will enable you to change between three antennas virtually instantaneously and allow you to use your antennas over wider frequency ranges.

All ACOM 2100 amplifier status indications are explained via detailed text displayed on the high brightness OLED display. LED indicators are also provided for Power, Operate Mode, Attenuation-on, Transmit and Selected Antenna output.

ACOM 2100 Features and specifications:
* Frequency Coverage: 1.8-54 MHz
* Power Output: 1,500W PEP, 1,500W continuous carrier; for continuous carrier transmissions longer than 15 minutes the external auxiliary fan must be installed
* Intermodulation Distortion: Better than 32dB below PEP rated output
* Hum and noise: Better than 40dB below rated output
* Harmonic Output Suppression: 1.8-29.7 MHz; 50dB below rated output, 50-54 MHz; 66dB below rated output
* Input and Output Impedance: Nominal values: 50 Ohm unbalanced output; Input circuit: broadband, VSWR less than 1.3:1, 1.8-54 MHz (no tuning, no switching); Bypass path: VSWR less than 1.1:1, 1.8-54 MHz continuously
* RF Gain: 13.5dB typically, frequency response less than 1dB (40-55 W drive power for 1,500 watts output)
* Primary Power: 100-264V (100, 110,120, 200, 210, 220, 230 and 240V nominal taps), 50-60Hz, single phase, 3500VA consumption at rated output
* Complies with CE safety and electromagnetic compatibility requirements as well as FCC-regulations
* Size: 17.5 x 14.7 x 8.0 in.
* Weight 64.6 lbs.
* Operating environments: Temperature range 0 to 50 degrees C, Humidity up to 95 percent at 35 C
* Altitude: up to 3,000m (10,000ft) above sea level without output deterioration

Why not allow yourself to enjoy the finest amplifier? Order your own ACOM 2100 HF + 6 Meter Linear Amplifier from DX Engineering and give your signal a nice boost!

Note: During and after your amplifier's warranty period, DX Engineering can direct you to the appropriate location for repairs for ACOM amplifiers. That facility will charge a repair fee for services outside the warranty period.

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