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Ten-Tec Model 1320, 20 Meter QRP CW Transceiver New Unbuilt Kit

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Ten-Tec Model 1320, 20 Meter QRP CW Transceiver New Unbuilt Kit

This kit was purchased by a Ten-Tec collector and was never opened or built.

It is in the original box with the assembly instruction book.

Description:

The Ten-Tec Model 1320 was a popular, easy-to-build QRP (low power) CW (Morse Code) transceiver kit for the 20-meter (14 MHz) amateur radio band, offering 3-4 watts output with simple VFO control and good receiver performance for its class, representing Ten-Tec's return to their roots in affordable QRP kits, noted for fun operation and suitability for beginners with basic soldering skills.

Key Features:

Band: 20-meter (14 MHz).
Power: 3-4 Watts (QRP).
Operation: CW (Morse Code) only.
Control: VFO (Variable Frequency Oscillator) with potentiometer tuning.
Design: Single-conversion superheterodyne receiver, QSK (full break-in) capability, simple to build.
Kit Contents: All components, professional enclosure, good instructions.
Frequency Coverage: ~50-60 kHz segment, determined by inductor winding during construction.

Building & Performance:

Build Experience: Straightforward for those with soldering skills; a good introduction to kit building.
Required Gear: A multimeter and a general-coverage receiver for alignment; frequency counter optional.
Modifications: Popular for simple mods, like adding a 10-turn tuning pot for finer control.

Legacy:

Part of Ten-Tec's popular 13XX series (e.g., 1330 for 30m, 1340 for 40m).
Seen as a quality, inexpensive way to get on the air with QRP, even compared to modern rigs.

In essence, the 1320 was a well-regarded, fun project that delivered solid QRP CW performance, making it a classic choice for beginner and experienced hams alike.

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