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Category: Interfaces, Radio to computer, amp, rotor, coax switch, internet

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Review Summary For : RadioDan.com RBI-1 Amplifier Relay Buffer Interface
Reviews: 6MSRP: 44.95
Description:
Use ANY radio to key ANY amplifier. Draws only 0.3 ma from your radio keying circuit. This amplifier keying interface has a relay inside that is rated 7 amps at 240 VAC. It will key any amp and protect your expensive radio from excessive keying voltage and/or current. Works on both positive or negative amplifier keying voltages.
Product is in production
More Info: http://radiodan.com/Henry/parts/relaybox.htm
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N4JRZ Rating: 2021-02-17
Great Product and Fantastic Customer Service!!! Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
I have the RBI-12 which allows you to have one radio key two separate amplifiers. The product works exactly as designed and is small and easy to tuck away out of sight. I ordered it over the phone and was able to speak directly with Dan, W7RF. He is very knowledgeable and also extremely helpful. I wouldn't hesitate one bit to buy any of his products in the future.
WU2M Rating: 2016-03-31
Works Great Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I purchased this a couple of years ago. It is simple to hook up and works great. I like having the extra protection for my rigs and this device provides just that. I also own a larger one. Dan even called me to tell me that my latest order was on the way. It's great to know that someone takes the extra time to make sure that a customer is satisfied! I highly recommend him and his products. Thanks Dan!!!
KD4AVP Rating: 2016-01-19
Awesome product! Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
RadioDans interface is awesome. Not to mention the customer service provided is above and beyond. I mistakenly ordered the wrong interface and Dan called personally to verify what I needed. That is so rare these days. Interface works flawlessly and exceeds my expectations.
KD0CY Rating: 2011-09-02
Buffer Interface works flawlessly Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Although the Icom IC-746Pro I am current using to drive an AL-80B has a relay for keying, I decided to install the RBI-1 as a safety precaution. Installation is simple and it works flawlessly.
KC5SB Rating: 2011-09-01
Highly recommended Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
The RBI-1 amp keying relay from RadioDan.com works great for me in keying my Yaesu FL2100-B amp with my Alinco DX-70. The little relay is easy to set up, dependable, and Dan W7RF is very responsive to questions about any of his products. I highly recommend this unit to anyone wanting to avoid cooking the keying relay in their HF rig (don’t ask how I know this).
N0UN Rating: 2011-08-28
Excellent Relay Buffer Unit Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I needed a heavy duty relay buffer unit for my high power operations, but with several amps (all using different positive and negative keying voltages), I was going broke quick with radio repairs until I found this unit from RadioDan.com

My Heathkit SB200 uses Neg 120VAC, Dentron positive 48VDC, homebrew 12VDC, another homebrew at Pos 120VAC. Different polarity voltages don't matter to this relay.

It can't be any easier to hook up either. RCA plug to the rigs PTT jack, RCA plug to the amp key jack. 12V suppy.

I have three stacked (with velcro) that I use for: 1). Main Amp, 2). MFJ Noise Canceller 3). Aux Backup Amp

I highly recommend RadioDans buffer interface for ANY rig/amp combination.