2sc1969 vs 2sc2312

[Hawkeye351]

1969 = 18 to 22 watts 12db
2312 = 25 watts 10.5db

I always focus on the gain of the wattage.
Think of electrical voltage, what good is 110 volts without the amperage to back it up? Therefore, what good is a 10 watts without the gain to back it up?

Gain in wattage can be considered as amperage in volts.

Everything pertaining to a powerful setup isn't the wattage, it's the gain.
Antenna gain
Audio gain
Receiver transistor gain
Transmit transistor gain
Regulator gain
Therefore predriver, driver and final(s) gain.

Most transistor datasheets give all these details, which are vital for anyone looking for better replacements, but focus on the gain. And try to not be so impressed with hfe gains over 100, most of your best finals average around 75 to 95.

Hint:
2314 pre-driver
2166 driver
1969 final
Tip36c regulator (or Maxmod)
2sa1012 af regulator
2sa1012 audio regulator
Readjust bias'
No clipping
Alc/amc intact/adjust to 100% mod.
No swing kits/mods
Complete rf stage realignment
Frequency alignment
ENJOY the cleaner signal!!!

Cobra 2000/148/142/etc...
2314 pre-driver
2312 driver
1969 final
Tip41c regulator
Readjust bias'
No clipping
Alc/amc intact/adjust to 100% mod.
No swing kits/mods
Complete rf stage realignment
Clarifier alignment (12 o'clock on controls, receive and transmit on all modes)
Frequency alignment
ENJOY the cleaner signal...

Sorry techs...just had to share

 

[9C1Driver]

"Cobra 2000/148/142/etc...
2314 pre-driver
2312 driver
1969 final
Tip41c regulator
Readjust bias"

Is that correct? You use a 2312 as the "driver" for a 1969? Or did you mean 2166?

 

[Hawkeye351]

Yes, you can use a 2312. The 2166 is just fine, but I've seen a few with a 2312 kicking a 1969 and they work and sound great.