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Reviews For: Tokyo Hy-Power HL-1.5KFX

Category: Amplifiers: RF Power - HF & HF+6M

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Review Summary For : Tokyo Hy-Power HL-1.5KFX
Reviews: 48MSRP: 2,980
Description:
Amplifier, HF + 6m 1.5KW Solid State
Product is in production
More Info: http://www.tokyohypower.com
# last 180 days Avg. Rating last 180 days Total reviews Avg. overall rating
00484.8
VK2SR Rating: 2022-08-17
LOVE IT! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Now this is how a SS Linear should be built. The Rolls Royce of SS amps still to this day even though they are no longer made. Superb mechanical construction not seen in any SS Amp since THP ended production. A well designed RF stage using MOSFET devices(SD2933/VRF2933) actually built for RF SSB linear service (unlike current LDMOS Devices) that ensure a very clean output.(assuming that your rig is clean). A true linear power supply built in that is quiet and the cooling fan is quiet in my shack. Operation is smooth with my Yaesu / Elecraft rigs and the two antenna outputs are very useful. Long live THP Amplifiers!
K9SMC Rating: 2022-06-22
3 years no problems, it's a keeper!! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Purchased in March 2019 from eBay, purchased HC1.5KAT from local ham a month later. Use with Kenwood TS-590S, soon to be a Yaesu FT-991A. See around 850 watts out with 65 watts drive, both have performed flawlessly. Only complaint is no provision for remote operation. Would reccommend to everyone!!
UR7FM Rating: 2021-06-01
Excellent amplifier Time Owned: 6 to 12 months.
My first solid state amplifier, working excellent with my IC 7300 and IC 7610 and MAT 1500 ATU, original japanese quality.
KD5UVV Rating: 2021-03-08
What a Great Amp! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I’ve had this amp for almost two years now and what a wonderful piece of equipment it is. No problems at all.
I’m using it with my Palstar HF-Auto tuner and Yaesu FT-2000. I also use it with a Ten Tec Orion and Kenwood TS-950SDX and have auto band switching with them all.
I have used it in contest and in everyday use, and it performs flawlessly. The inside is a thing of beauty. So well build and put together. A work of art! 73
W9BB Rating: 2021-02-17
might be the best ss amp ever made Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
I picked up this amp. not really knowing what I was getting , and to my surprise this amp is fantastic . First of all this amp is brand new, who every owned this amp never used it, I took the cover off to make sure that the jumpers where set at the right voltage and the inside is as new ! I have purchased new amps from major company's and never looked as nice. The operation is smooth and quite . I don't like or I should say I don't trust ss amps but as people before me say this is the bench mark of ss amps. I can also include that the fan noise is low , I can say this if you can find one that's in good condition BUY IT! IT IS THE BEST SS AMP EVER MADE !! I run this amp with my Flex 6500.
K3GC Rating: 2017-05-05
5 Year update Time Owned: more than 12 months.
My THP HL-1.5KFX is performing as well after 5 years as when it was new. The protection circuits perform flawlessly. I should know, I have used them often enough. :)
The only flaw was fan noise and that has a remedy. Find the fan controller (located under the high voltage plate). It has high speed and low speed pots.
I have mine turned down to a whisper. An important caveat for those who wish to try this. I would only attempt it only if your usage is low with little or no high demand. It is perfect for me so far but YMMV. I am a DXer SSB only do I don't push it hard.
KH6AFJ Rating: 2017-05-03
No more hot tubes ! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Bought used, and had for several years now, hooked up with Yaesu FT-2000. Never had even a flutter from this amplifier. Changed the fan speed, according to the schematic, so it just whispers now, until long transmit on full power. Just bought a Kenwood TS-990S, and will let you know how it operates with that model radio. Another plus, is that these amps hold their value, as they are known for not "breaking down". So, do not be afraid to purchase one. 73's from Big Island Hawaii.
p.s. I formerly had the 1.2 Tokyo unit, and it was a 5 also.
W5FRT Rating: 2015-11-18
WORK HORSE AMP Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I purchased it NEW in 2010 and still no issues. Just turn it on and select band (automatically selected by TenTec OrionII in Yaesu position)
it is ready to go. I also have the HC-1.5Kat auto-tuner. Both are work horses. Really reliable. Highly recommend anyone to use. Clean sound and signal. It can run a kilowatt on 160 thru and including 6 meters. Imagine running 1000 watts on 6 meters. Man what a signal!! 73's
N1TCH Rating: 2015-11-10
Outstanding amp Time Owned: 6 to 12 months.
I traded an Acom 1000 for the no tune and auto band switching of the THP to use with my YaesuFTdx3000. The only issue that I have is the noisy cooling fan. Turn it on, switch to operate and you're good to go.
VE2XX Rating: 2015-03-30
Excellent amplifier, a true workhorse Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I have had the amp for > 5 yrs , bought it mainly for the 6M feature, I have to say its one of the best amps I have ever owned , its a workhorse, once you have tasted an sspa there is no way you want to go back to a manual tunable amp, with an external auto tuner its just perfect, any band anytime..
Puts out good clean power. THP has always been a great product. Don't be afraid to buy a used amp even if the company is defunct , extremely well built and will offer yrs of reliable use.