From: Garey Barrell 
Subject: Re: [drakelist] L4B and L7


Michael -

The ICOM relay is rated for 16V {at} 0.5A.

The L-4/7 has about 30V {at} 45 mA so exceeds the ICOM rating.

A simple transistor driver would be a better choice than another 
relay.  There are commercial "buffer" devices offered for not much 
money.  Cheap insurance!   Lots rather replace a transistor in an 
external box than a relay inside the 756!

73, Garey - K4OAH
Atlanta

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From: owner-drakelist{at}www.zerobeat.net


>  Please can anyone tell me the voltage and current on the vox key line of
>both the L4B and L7.  Drake service cannot.
>  I want to make sure I do not damage an Icom 756 Pro 2.
>  I really appreciate any info
>


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