10-08-2019, 09:39 AM
(09-08-2019, 05:18 PM)VK3LU Wrote: Hi Igor,Hi Nev
That looks like good insurance.
How effective is it and was it easy to fit?
Nev
Real easy to install.
Uses two recycled TO-220 PCB heatsinks of the type that are soldered in vertically onto PCBs by two pins (pins removed). Heatsinks held in place with thin double sided outdoor tape (what I had on hand). Proper thermal tape probably better. Need the tape to allow for the raised lettering on the FT817 case.
Seems to be working according to tests with an infrared thermometer.
73s
Igor