If you're a fan of the Penntek TR-35 or its predecessor, the TR-25, I've got some good news for you. John (WA3RNC) announced this morning that he is now taking orders for his latest design: the long-awaited TR-45 Lite (TR-45L). I've been helping John Beta test this radio since mid-August. I've activated a number of…. The Penntek TR-45L by WA3RNC is a wonderful 5-band (80,40,30,20,17) CW QRP rig. I have made about 75 QSO's with solid reports. The radio ergonomics are good with multiple ways to dial in a weak signal. It hears as well as my 7610. It has a nice internal speaker but I prefer headphones. It has options for an internal battery and a Z-match tuner.
TR-45L TR-45L is a 5-band 5-watt CW transceiver covering the 80-75, 40, 30, 20, and 17 meter bands. Full band coverage is provided, with the transmitter optimized for the CW band portions.. This might place the responsibility for compliance on the builder instead of with Penntek. Shipping kits only (and not wired units) might prevent the.. The TR-45L is a 5-band 5-watt CW transceiver covering the 80-75, 40-, 30-, 20-, and 17-meter bands. Full band coverage is provided, with the transmitter optimized for the CW band portions. The receiver is provided with both narrow and wide band IF filters, and CW and SSB detectors. Precision optical encoder utilized for long-life smooth tuning.