Phone: 041 99 66 111
Model: SPE-1K-FA - (No longer available)
Manufacturer: SPE, Italy
Availability: NO LONGER IN PRODUCTION
Warranty: 2 years
RF SOLUTIONS is the authorised dealer for Australia/New Zealand
Built-in power supply and automatic antenna tuner.
Dimensions: W 28cm, H 14cm, D 32cm (connectors included).
Weight: Approximately 20kg
Two CPUs are used, one of which is dedicated to the transceiver interface requirements (CAT).
Pi-L output circuit.
Over 13,000 lines of software for performance that cannot be found in any other amplifier.
Easy connection with all models ICOM, YAESU, KENWOOD, TEN-TEC, FlexRadio, ELECRAFT, for immediate management of the bands, tuner and antennas.
Same performance with all makes or homemade rigs.
The operator only has to turn the “Frequency tuning knob” on the transceiver!!!
1.8 MHz to 50 MHz – all amateur bands including WARC bands.
1 KW pep SSB output; 900 W pep CW output (typically); 700 W pep output (typically) on 50 MHz.
FULL / HALF power selected according to the operator SSB/CW power requirement, for digital modes and for linear protection (automatic).
No heating time, immediately ready!
Virtually limitless life of the amplification devices (MOSFETs).
Capable of matching 3:1 SWR on HF, and 2.5:1 SWR on 6 meters.
Capable of programmable switching of 4 antennas (SO239 connectors).
Up to two antennas for the same band.
Bands, antennas, tuning conditions are changed in 10 msec.
Bands, antennas and tuning conditions are managed also in “STBY” to support the exciter only.
SO239 connectors.
In “OPERATE” the required drive power is automatically set with an ALC connection.
In “STANDBY” the exciter is then automatically reset to full power.
Spurious emissions less than -50 dB (50 MHz – 60 dB).
3rd order distortion (two tone test) 36 dB typically.
SWR less than 1.2:1.
Temperature, over voltage, over current, SWR, reflected power, max RF tuner voltage, over-drive, Amp.
The correct parameters are continuously monitored.
The same protections are realised in two different ways:
Thanks to the SW, transmit relay changeover is carried out with zero current at the contacts.
Seven quiet three-speed cooling fans:
Temperature thresholds for speed change:
Noise level:
“FULL” mode: SSB unlimited, key down 2 minutes.
“HALF” mode: SSB unlimited, key down 5 minutes.
With all input voltages the output power does not change.
A well designed grain-oriented, tape-wound toroidal transformer reduces magnetic fields around the amplifier.
W pep out, V pa, I pa, W pep reflected, power gain, temperature degrees in Celsius, SWR, input setting, CAT setting, band and other indicators including an alarms log.
Powerful software gives you a user-friendly unit.
Software is supplied to remotely control the linear front panel.
With a proper protocol it is possible to use this port not only as a remote control, but also as a CAT port (useful to link the linear with any customer application).
A sturdy carry-bag is supplied for QSY, FIELD DAY, DX EXPEDITIONS etc.
Specifications are subject to change without notice
Front view
| Rear panel
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Side view
| Inside view 1
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Inside view 2
| Inside view 3
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Bag
| Standby
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Output exciter
| Full output
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Set antenna
| Manual tuning
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Remote control
| 1Kw 14 Mhz spurious
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1Kw 14 Mhz 3rd order distortion
| 500W 14 Mhz 3rd order distortion
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Input return loss
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RF SOLUTIONS supports the manufacturer’s warranty as stated below:
For a period of two (2) years from the invoice date, SPE / Distributor warrants in the EU, at authorized laboratories, the free repair of manufacturing defects and the free replacement of defective components.
Each power LDMOS/MOSFET is guaranteed for the first 3 months and for a single replacement.
The warranty is not applicable in the cases specified below.
The Purchaser only has to pay all the shipping expenses in both directions.
Customers should address requests for warranty service work to the Distributor/Dealer where they made their purchase.
As part of their reseller agreement with SPE, they are fully responsible for service support.
If the Distributor/Dealer has closed down and if he is not replaced, SPE will be directly responsible for warranty service at their factory in Rome. The shipping expenses to and from SPE will then be paid by the customer. Any repair requests to other dealers will be subject to specific direct negotiations between the customer and the dealer.
In order to not invalidate the warranty service, the original Purchaser must complete the warranty registration card, and send it to SPE within 30 days from the date of purchase.
Unless otherwise agreed, the products will be delivered ex-works from the factory of the seller.
The delivery, even in the event of a return for repair, is understood done with the delivery of the goods to the carrier specified by the purchaser or, failing that, to the carrier chosen by SPE or the Distributor/Dealer.
The products will travel at the risk of the purchaser even if, at the request of the same one or for other causes, SPE should carry out transport or choose the carrier.
If the original Purchaser finds some defects after having received the equipment, he must immediately notify the Distributor/Dealer of the defects found by sending the completed REPAIR FORM. Replacement of the amplifier may be offered by SPE in exceptional circumstances only and at SPE’s complete discretion. However, no replacement will be offered after 21 days of original purchase.
In case of a purchase of a used amplifier, in order to retain the warranty’s validity, it is necessary to notify SPE of the following data:
Replacement of equipment in these circumstances is not an option.
In any case the warranty period shall be as specified from the date of original purchase, and not from any subsequent purchase. However, the limitation for the power LDMOS/MOSFET remains as outlined above, i.e. the warranty period for the power LDMOS/MOSFET device/s is limited to three months only. If the power LDMOS/MOSFET has been damaged due to incorrect usage, it is not covered under warranty.
Whenever the date of the first sale is not well specified, the date of shipping from SPE to the Distributor/Dealer will be considered the start of the warranty period.
The warranty does not apply either if the certificate of the first purchase (invoice) is missing, the s/n is undecipherable / falsified or to any defect that SPE determines is due to the following:
In addition, and more specifically possible damage caused by incorrect usage such as:
SPE warrants only manufacturing defects and defects in the materials used, NOT inherent and consequent damages.
It is mandatory, when sending SPE equipment to be repaired, to enclose:
Particular agreements between retailer and Purchaser or particular obligations imposed in other countries are matters for the local retailer and not for SPE.
In the event of dispute Rome’s court of competent jurisdiction will apply.
The Purchaser declares his acceptance of the above Warranty Terms.
