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The K2 was a similar experience for me, from the build perspective. I
purchased it to have the best CW rig, and built it to save money. I
> Hi Terry,
>
> This was a bit of an experiment when we designed our first product, the
> K2, about 10 years ago. But we've used the same method on many products
> since then, and it works very well, keeping things light yet rigid. Our
> little "2D" fasteners are an integral part of these designs, holding
> together PCBs and panels at edges and corners.
>
> The net result is that the K3 weighs only about 8 to 9 pounds, compared
> to 30 to 55 pounds for competing rigs.
>
> 73,
> Wayne
> N6KR
>
> On Apr 30, 2009, at 12:00 PM, Terry wrote:
>
>> Let me ask a question while this thread is still active. Having the RF
>> board act as the structural backbone is unique in my experience. Is
>> this a common method of construction as opposed to a traditional
>> chassis? As I add panels (side, back) to this I'm amazed at how strong
>> and rigid the structure seems.
>>
>> 73 de Terry KK6T
>> K3 #2965
>>
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