H-T Speaker.

[WA9SVD]

Not sure this is the right forum, but probably more knowledgeable people here ...

I'm looking for a H-T replacement speaker; 8 Ohm, 1.420" diameter, and 0.185" in thickness. Please don't suggest the OEM; they are DOA.:( The diameter is pretty critical; the speaker fits into a plastic insulator that has to fit just right. (I took apart one speaker mic, but that speaker is just a tad too big...)

Thanks.

[K8ERV]

If there is a Motorola service station in your area, check with them, I think some of the MOT speakers are very thin.

TOM K8ERV Montrose Colo

[K7JEM]

DigiKey has these for $3.60.

http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail?name=102-1550-ND

[K7KBN]

Not sure this is the right forum, but probably more knowledgeable people here ...

I'm looking for a H-T replacement speaker; 8 Ohm, 1.420" diameter, and 0.185" in thickness. Please don't suggest the OEM; they are DOA.:( The diameter is pretty critical; the speaker fits into a plastic insulator that has to fit just right. (I took apart one speaker mic, but that speaker is just a tad too big...)

Thanks.

The OEM for your HT is DOA? Sounds like you're SOL.

[K8ERV]

The OEM for your HT is DOA? Sounds like you're SOL.

I think the government bureau-naming department has a place for you!

TOM K8ERV Montrose Colo

[AC0FP]

Not sure this is the right forum, but probably more knowledgeable people here ...

I'm looking for a H-T replacement speaker; 8 Ohm, 1.420" diameter, and 0.185" in thickness. Please don't suggest the OEM; they are DOA.:( The diameter is pretty critical; the speaker fits into a plastic insulator that has to fit just right. (I took apart one speaker mic, but that speaker is just a tad too big...)

Thanks.

How about 36mm x 5mm maximum depth? Let me check my samples.

PS; 36 x 5mm is a very popular size, I have them in numerous brands in 0.25, 0.5, and 1 watt ratings both 8 and 16 ohms.

73,

Frank:)

[WA9SVD]

How about 36mm x 5mm maximum depth? Let me check my samples.

PS; 36 x 5mm is a very popular size, I have them in numerous brands in 0.25, 0.5, and 1 watt ratings both 8 and 16 ohms.

73,

Frank:)

I didn't convert to Metric yet; I only have a caliper calibrated in inches. (Which is why I was able to measure to the nearest 0.001 inch.:)
Then again, 3.6 cm might work almost as well.:rolleyes:

[K8ERV]

If you have a speaker that is too thick, I sell speaker presses.

TOM K8ERV Montrose Colo

[WA9SVD]

If you have a speaker that is too thick, I sell speaker presses.

TOM K8ERV Montrose Colo

Thanks, Tom, but it's depressing enough that I can't use the radio when I actually needed it. :p (Yes, a speaker-mic from Rat-Shack does work, but it's not as inconspicious or convenient.)

[AC0FP]

I didn't convert to Metric yet; I only have a caliper calibrated in inches. (Which is why I was able to measure to the nearest 0.001 inch.:)
Then again, 3.6 cm might work almost as well.:rolleyes:

That's alright I mathematically converted it. I am 99.99% sure a 36mm speaker is what you need. I have packed up two 36mm x <5mm 1watt 8 ohm speakers, they are different brands so one should work, just pick the best sounding one. I assume your QRZ address is correct. The last time I checked the "pony express" trail between our two States was still functional.

73,

Frank:)

[WA9SVD]

That's alright I mathematically converted it. I am 99.99% sure a 36mm speaker is what you need. I have packed up two 36mm x <5mm 1watt 8 ohm speakers, they are different brands so one should work, just pick the best sounding one. I assume your QRZ address is correct. The last time I checked the "pony express" trail between our two States was still functional.

73,

Frank:)

That's might nice of you. Yes, the snalil mail address is good, and I'll ship back a few greenbacks for your trouble.
BTW, "sound quality" in a 2 Meter H-T seems to be an oxymoron.:D

[AC0FP]

BTW, "sound quality" in a 2 Meter H-T seems to be an oxymoron.:D

As for sound quality you are correct with this small of a speaker, however, there are small differences that may influence the decision of American engineers. Let me know which one sounds the best to you (PM).

The post office guy told me they no longer use "pony express" and mail is now using "Iron horse", which is supposed to be much faster. :D Check on Wednesday.

73,

Frank:)

[WA9SVD]

As for sound quality you are correct with this small of a speaker, however, there are small differences that may influence the decision of American engineers. Let me know which one sounds the best to you (PM).

The post office guy told me they no longer use "pony express" and mail is now using "Iron horse", which is supposed to be much faster. :D Check on Wednesday.

73,

Frank:)

Frank,

Thanks a million! The first one fit perfectly, and works better than the original. (Now if the rest of the radio will only last another 16 years...:rolleyes:)

The radio is a Standard C-168A 2 M H-T, and Standard moved out of the Amateur market long before Vertex/Standard came to be, but their repair facilities (Standard Marine, or Yaesu) won't even admit "Standard" ever existed. The only other "problem" I've had with the Standard radios (I also have a 440/1.2 GHz H-T, and a mobile dual bander) has been to rebuild the battery packs for the H-T's after 16 years.

I'll PM you later this evening.

73

Larry

[K8ERV]

Lovit when a plan comes together--

TOM K8ERV Montrose Colo

[WA9SVD]

Lovit when a plan comes together--

TOM K8ERV Montrose Colo

Tom,

It's part of the true 'Amateur Spirit." We should all be glad it still exists.:D

Thanks to all for their suggestions.

Larry WA9SVD