CH-5030 Single-Lever Portable Morse Code Paddle

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In this product review, we take a closer look at the CH-5030 Single-Lever CW Key or Morse code paddle that can be found for a bargain on eBay. If you're into ham radio field operations or learning Morse code, this could be the perfect addition to your kit. The single-lever design might seem like a novelty at first, but it actually makes sending Morse code a little easier and more efficient. We'll discuss the product's build quality, ease of use, and overall performance so that you can make an informed decision about whether the CH-5030 is the right Morse code paddle for you.
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2 авг 2024

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Комментарии : 28

@JeffCowan Год назад

I commend you on the comprehensive review across many categories for something so seemingly simple.

@RedSummitRF Год назад

Thanks for visiting and watching, Jeff

@kn6eze Год назад

I'm not gonna lie Charlie, your fist sounds GREAT on that little thing compared with some of the other keys! Super nice sounding

@RedSummitRF Год назад

Interesting, Mike. I think I have to agree with you. Such an inexpensive paddle but it is a performer for me.

@willian.direction6740 Год назад

Maybe the single paddle would be better. To use it as a sideswipe maybe turn on BK and turn off KYR in your ft817 quick menu, same setting for a hand key. Regards vk5cz..

@RedSummitRF Год назад

Hi Ian - definitely worth a try! Thanks mate.

@ve6kk Год назад

Thanks for the review Charlie. I now have my CH-5030, had to pay over $30CAD but it is way sweet as a cootie/sideswiper (contacts bridged)(the flex is perfect)and super for portable. It makes a great hand key too used in sideways semi mode. The little pieces of stick-on sandpaper work to stop rotation when magnet stuck to a steel base. The paddle blade is a bit delicate and should be protected. 73 Peter

@RedSummitRF Год назад

Very cool! Thanks for sharing your ideas and suggestions. I haven't made a serious attempt at sending with a cootie yet. I'll tackle that one day soon. I appreciate you visiting and leaving a comment.

@AndrewMurphy8383 5 месяцев назад

Cootie keys aka side swipe keys are my fav 2 keys@RedSummitRF

@Bill-HRT Год назад

Thanks for showing us that, Charlie. See you at Xenia. 73

@RedSummitRF Год назад

Hi Bill - I've been using your loaner! See you at Hamvention

@mikesmithg0rfd356 Год назад

thank you red

@RedSummitRF Год назад

Thanks

@JayN4GO Год назад

I’ve always done my best sending on single lever.

@RedSummitRF Год назад

Hi Jay - I find this fascinating. I am struggling with whether to get the Begali Sculpture dual or single lever because of this very observation.

@JayN4GO Год назад

@@RedSummitRF that’s a tough one and personal preference I think. Any way you can play with both for awhile ?

@tcort Год назад

Thanks for reviewing this one. I really appreciate the close up test run. It showed me that this one isn't for me. I like a hard stop when the contacts are hit and this one definitely had some flex. My dream single lever paddle is the American Morse Equipment Mini-B paddle with the leg strap. I've used a friends and it is a pleasure to operate.

@georgeetherege8347 Год назад

Interesting - I thought a “real” “sidewinder” key had a single lever and some manner of cushioning as the lever hits the contacts. This key would fit that description as the blade exhibits some bending when it hits a contact. So other popular singles don’t get the sidewinder label (stiff lever; no cushion at contacts). Included would be the Vibrokeyer (single lever) and the Bencher single that from a distance looks like the Bencher iambic with its two-not one-clear plastic “finger blades.” Some folks seem to find the non-cushion single lever machines a bit fatiguing. A a CW beginner, I don’t know which I prefer.

@RedSummitRF Год назад

For sure! I noticed that flex as well. I really want to try the Mini-B too. I have their Ultra Porta Paddle and it is pretty nice. I think I might add the Mini-B to my review list. It looks affordable and I forgot that I was indeed looking at that one to review. Thanks!

@StevenHailstone 9 месяцев назад

Hi Charlie. I bought this a few months ago. My experience hasn't been great. I find that if I hold the key in my hand, I can get an RF bite while touching the metal. Also, keying gets a little wonky if I am touching metal and NOT getting an RF bite. Can you think of anything I might do differently to have a better experience? Thanks for all your reviews. Steve, K3SLH

@RedSummitRF 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for posting this issue, Steve. I hope others see this and chime in. Your experience isn't surprising but it is disappointing. I wasn't super pleased with this paddle either, but not for these reasons. If you are like me, and prefer to hold the paddle I don't know if there is much that can be done about the "RF bite". I suppose you might explore insulating the metal with something . . . maybe an epoxy? That won't solve the issue I had with it being "spongy". That single blade is too flexible for me and causes me to send poorly. It's an ok paddle as a bridge while saving for a better paddle or making a better one.

@StevenHailstone 9 месяцев назад

@@RedSummitRF Spongy is a good way to describe that which noticed as well. It will be a good back up in a pinch. Thanks for all your great reviews!