Commander HF-2500E (Export)
3500 Watt High Frequency RF Amplifier

Price: $6495.00
Note: The Commander HF-2500E (Export) is not intended for sale or use in the USA.
When Palstar bought the Command Technologies high power amplifier line, we knew that we were taking over a proud tradition of quality and performance. But, as good as they were, they represented the state of the art of an earlier time.
Palstar's engineers immediately undertook a modernization and improvement program. Palstar's Command Technologies amplifiers now incorporate a microprocessor-based controller to provide more precise T/R and electronic bias sequencing.
The amplifiers now feature true step-start, limiting in-rush current to the HV power supply and also to the tube filaments. This translates into greater reliability and tube life, since the HV rectifier, filter stack, tube filaments, and even the fuses, are not stressed on startup.
The new keying interface is now opto-isolated and fully compatible with solid-state transceivers, requiring the transceiver's keying circuit to only sink 15mA @ +5VDC.
The controller, HV power supply, and tuned input circuit boards are now fully silk-screened and solder-masked, with plug-in connections enabling them to be easily removed for repair or trade out.
New dual-scale cross-neddle metering provides continuous readouts of grid current, plate voltage and current, and relative power output without the need to switch between functions.
No-Compromise
The Commander HF-2500E is a no-compromise HF high-power amplifier manufactured exclusively for overseas hams who do not have the FCC mandated power restriction of our U.S. customers, as well as for certain commercial and medical applications.
A grounded grid, class AB2, HF linear power amplifier, the Commander HF-2500E utilizes three Eimac 3CPX800A7 pulse rated ceramic metal triodes. These robust tubes give the HF-2500E a 50% duty cycle at its rated 2800 Watts output with nominal 50 watts of drive.
The no-compromise design includes effective tube protection, a massive band switch and spectral purity that established a higher standard in amateur radio amplifiers.
Palstar is pleased to join the Palstar reputation for high-quality products designed and made in the USA with the proud tradition of Command Technologies.
One Year Palstar Factory Warranty
Palstar stands behind the HF-2500E with a one (1) year limited warranty.
Order online:
Order by phone: 1-800-773-7931 (USA Toll-Free)
1-937-773-6255 (International)
Order by fax/mail: Click here for order form
Specifications
- Available for sale and use outside the USA only
- Band Coverage: 160, 80, 40, 20, 17, 15, 12, and 10 meter amateur radio bands.
- Types of Emissions: SSB, FM, CW, AM, RTTY, SSTV.
- Driving Power Required: 20 to 90 Watts nominal at rated continuous carrier output.
- Maximum Output Power: 2800 Watts Continuous Carrier.
- Duty Cycle: 50% in Amateur service at 2800 watts output power
- Input impedance: 50 Ohm unbalanced
- Output Impedance: 50 Ohm unbalanced: SWR 2:1 or less
- Metering: Dual cross-needle meters continously monitor plate voltage, plate current, grid current and relative output power
- Keying: Requires contact closure capable of sinking +5VDC at 15mA
- Cabinet Size: 18.25" W x 8.5" H x 20.75" D (46.3cm x 21.6 cm x 52.7 cm)
- Weight: 120Lbs. (54.6 kg) (including transformer)
- Tube Compliment: Three 3CPX800A7 pulse rated ceramic metal triodes.
- Power Requirement: 200/234 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 30 Amperes
Images:
HF-2500E Front View |
HF-2500E Rear View |
HF-2500E Internal View
Commander HF-2500E (Export) Manual (Click here to download PDF)
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