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| Reviews Summary for Astron RS-35M |
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Reviews: 135
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Average rating: 4.7/5
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MSRP: $169.95
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Description: Astron 35 amp (ICS), 25 amp (continuous) linear regulated
power supply.
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Product is in production.
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WB0BBC
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Rating: 5/5
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Oct 11, 2011 15:11
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Very Dependable
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I have had 2 of these fine power supplies over the past 20 years. I've used them with various HF 100 watt transceivers and had absolutely no problem.
One of the supplies was previously owned by Gary, N4KVE as described below. I haven't had any need to do maintenance on these supplies, and I would very likely purchase them again.
No switching power supplies are in use at my QTH. I'm happy with the heavier and larger power supply.
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N4PY
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Rating: 5/5
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Oct 11, 2011 14:46
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Great long term reliablility
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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My Astron 35M has been on continuously since March, 1994 except for when thunderstorms are in the area. I've never even had the covers off this supply. I run 6 radios from this supply and it's always ready for use. It's a fantastic work horse for my station.
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K4FX
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Rating: 0/5
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Oct 11, 2011 12:44
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Review Update
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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Well, now this 35M is going into the random shutdown issue, I am going through it again. As soon as I get a new different brand supply, I will be offering this one for free, just pay shipping, so Astron lovers keep your eyes open. It managed to run about 3 years after I re-built it. But now the common issue of random shutdown has started. This is the most unreliable piece of gear I have ever owned in 33 years of hamming.
So many people think these things are good supplies, and if you don't put any stress on them they may get you by. Try contesting, or run RTTY/SSTV and see what happens. I too bragged on the pieces of junk until I got into RTTY some years back.
See this web site and see what the hams in the know have to say about Astron power supplies.
http://www.repeater-builder.com/astron/astron-intro-stuff.html
If you are looking to buy a supply, keep looking, save yourself some grief.
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N4KVE
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Rating: 5/5
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Jun 14, 2011 09:46
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GREAT POWER SUPPLY
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I've had a couple of these since the mid 80's. Been on 24/7. Back in 92 we had a hurricane, & after a power surge, both units died. Went to the "Shack" & picked up a couple of regulator chips for $2 each & that fixed them. Both units have been fine since then. A real workhorse. Switching supplies have their place for VHF/UHF radios, but HF radios need these big heavy units with huge transformers. The birdies stay away. GARY N4KVE
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KI0Z
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Rating: 5/5
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Jun 14, 2011 06:07
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Excellent
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I Have 2 RS-35m Power Supplies for about 21 years. They have never had a problem, They just preform as required. Never a problem! I would highly Recommend these linear supplies.NO switching Noise !
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W2BLC
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Rating: 5/5
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Jun 14, 2011 05:47
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Long life
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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Mine has been running since the early 1980s. Only time it is off is during power outages and for vacations. Wish more equipment would last as long.
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N4FDG
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Rating: 5/5
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Jun 14, 2011 05:13
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Works great, lasts a long time
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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Had one for 17 years. Its never missed a beat and except for power outages, never gets turned off.
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KI6OSH
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Rating: 5/5
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Jun 13, 2011 19:56
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No complaints
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Time owned: 6 to 12 months
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Had this about six months now and did have to send it in for repair, something about a grounding negative terminal. Works like a charm now and no questions asked about the quick repair service under warranty. I like the look and solid feel of this unit, should last a long time hopefully.
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VE2LX
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Rating: 5/5
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Jun 13, 2011 17:52
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costumer quality service
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I own RS35-M and start to have little problem with it, about 6 mounths after the waranty time.
I got in touch with Astron and they help me many times to fixe the problem.
Astron really put all possible efforts to help costumers.That is professionnal costumer service care so rare now.
The unit is very stable and strong like a thank.
Gilles VE2LX
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KB0HAE
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Rating: 5/5
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May 29, 2011 11:26
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Great!
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I bought my RS-35M from a friend who had used it for years to run 11m radios, and test car stereos. Voltage (checked with an external VOM) is right at 13.8v. No problems running my TS-430S and I don't expect any. My other Astron supplies (SS-18, SS-25, RS-20A) have all given years of trouble-free service, and this one will too.
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