Heathkit SB-1000

Desktop Shortwave Linear Amplifier

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The Heathkit SB-1000 is a desktop shortwave linear amplifier. It supports SSB and CW modulations with an RF output of 1 kW PEP for SSB and 850 kW for CW (with a drive power of 85-100 W). The amplifier requires mains power, draws 7.5 A at 240 V AC or 15 A at 120 V AC during transmit, and weighs 17 kg. Dimensions are 178 × 361 × 406 mm.

General characteristics

HAM bands: ?
Frequency stability: ?
Tuning steps: ?
Memories: ?

Transmitter

TX-range: 15-160m
Modulations: All mode
RF-output: SSB: 1 kW PEP, CW: 850 kW (drive power: 85-100 W)

Connections

Antenna: SO-239
Impedance: 50Ω
Other: -

Electrical

Power requirements: Mains
Current drain RX: ?
TX: 7.5 A @ 240 V AC / 15 A @ 120 V AC

Physical

Dimensions (w×h×d): 361 × 178 × 406 mm (14.21 × 7.01 × 15.98 in)
Weight: 17.00 kg (37.5 lbs)
Form factor: Base Station
Manufactured: Between 197x and 198x in USA

Other features

Usage: Amateur / Ham radio operators
Features + options: -
Accessories: -
RigReference ID: 5257
MPN: HEATHKIT-SB-001000

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Manuals, diagrams and brochures

: Heathkit SB-1000 Assembly and User Manual PDF - 2.37 MB, submitted by RigReference

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USD 496 ~ USD 920

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