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Centurion Model 422 Linear Amplifier

Specifications

  • Band Coverage: 1.8 - 2.0, 3.2 - 4.7, 6.5 - 10.3, 13.4 - 19.6, 17.6 - 21.5 MHz, 21.5 - 29.7 MHz after authorized modification.
  • Input Power: 2000 watts, maximum.
  • Power Output: 1300 watts SSB, 1000 watts CW, RTTY and SSTV 650 watts, 50% duty cycle.
  • Drive Power: 100 watts for full rated output.
  • Efficiency: 50 - 65%, depending on frequency and load impedance.
  • Input/Output Impedances: 50 Ohms, unbalanced, SWR < 2:1.
  • Distortion: -35 dB from 1 kw RF output level.
  • Harmonics: -50 dB typical.
  • CW Break-in: QSK capable, Relay switching.
  • Tube Complement: Two Eimac 3-500Z.
  • Power Amplifier Circuit: Class AB2, grounded grid.
  • Plate Voltage: 3100 volts, no load. 2600 volts, full load.
  • Cooling: Forced air with full chassis air flow.
  • Metering: Dedicated plate current meter. Selectable multi-meter for plate voltage, grid current, forward or reflected power. Ten element LED bargraph display for peak power indication.
  • Primary Power:
  • Safety:
  • Front Panel Controls:
  • Construction:
  • Size:
  • Weight:

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