U20028 AS IS ETO Alpha 78 HF Linear Amplifier converted by K5IZ Rusty Shipping Damage

U20028 As IS ETO Alpha 78 HF Linear Amplifier converted by K5IZ Rusty Shipping Damage

This amplifier was sold by us in October. It was working fine when originally shipped out. We removed the transformer for shipping but neglected to remove the tubes. When the customer received it the tubes were out of their sockets and banged around inside of the amp. His pictures are attached. We received it back in inventory and of course got him refunded. We have not unboxed it. 

This amp has internal damage from shipping, The tubes are probably shot

It is being sold as is for parts or repair only, No warranty, not working

Please ignore anything in below description that refers to its condition. The original pictures may not reflect it's current condition. We left everything there for reference. This amp has damage and is not working. No Warranty or returns

A legendary station amplifier, the ETO Alpha 78 is well known for its rock-solid performance and clean bandpass design. This unit has been expertly converted by well-known amateur radio technician K5IZ Rusty and now runs two (2) 3CX800A7 triode tubes, giving it a fresh lease on life with modern tube availability. The upgraded faceplate presents cleanly and all front-panel controls are fully functional.

Other Info

This amplifier was converted and now uses a pair of 3CX800A7 Tube. It makes a full legal limit out with very little drive. It has a brand new faceplate. It looks really good and works fine. 

Condition Highlights

• Overall condition is very good
• Light scratching and scuff marks on the case 
• Faceplate has been upgraded — text is clean and fully legible
• All knobs, switches, and controls operate properly
  

Key Features

• Bandpass HF Linear Amplifier covering 160–10 meters (1.8–28 MHz)
• Converted to two (2) 3CX800A7 triode tubes by K5IZ Rusty
• Band switch: 1.8, 3.5, 7, 14, 21, 28 MHz positions
• Bandpass / Manual / Subband switching with CW phone position
• Large Tune and Load capacitor controls
• Dual front-panel meters: Plate Current (DC Amperes) and Multimeter (HV, Grid, FWD, REFL — 3KV / 150mA / 2KW / 200W)
• CW / SSB output mode switch with OUT=STBY position
• Power ON / OFF with indicator lights

What's Included

• ETO Alpha 78 HF Linear Amplifier
• Attached Power cable (as shown)

AS IS no warranty

S/N: 8633

10557