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Here are two inexpensive but nicely constructed Morse keys. Both are 3D-printed. One, from www.thecheap3dprinter.etsy.com, is a set of iambic paddles for $30 (but note oggies can get $5 off!). The other is a straight key from www.cwmorse.us, available for $22. Both prices include shipping inside the USA. See them in action. I take apart the paddles so you can see what's inside. I also compare these to the JJ-38, the J-38, and an old railroad key. Subscribe: / davidcasler . Ask Dave Playlist: goo.gl/inaQeB. Tip Jar: ke0og.net/tip-jar
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@scotthilman8318 6 лет назад

Bought one based on your recommendation and I'm very happy with it. I added some small rubber feet to help it stay on the desk a little easier.

@virgilmachine2504 6 лет назад

Update: I got the the paddles and they didn't work. Tam replaced them, and the new ones had the same problem (user error, a.k.a "read the manual"--I hadn't set my rig properly). I apologized to Tam and offered pay for the paddles or return shipping--he said to donate them to a new ham or someone new to CW, which I did. I appreciate his responsiveness and generosity. BTW, the paddles work well too!

@TheRealLaughingGravy 3 года назад

@Gregory Lopp You're right. Nobody cares what a bot does.

@MoTown44240 6 лет назад

I am happy to hear that someone has developed an affordable key that cost less than the price of a monthly mortgage payment. Pricing for iambic paddle keys and straight keys have blossomed out of control. Thanks David for presenting this. thecheap3dprinter iambic paddle will be a great addition to my portable go bag. I currently own the Bencher BY1 with the MFJ Keyer addon and a Kent Classic iambic key. The Bencher with the MFJ keyer was my first key/keyer combination that I needed for my HW-9 transceiver because it not keyer built into the chassis. There were no pico keyers or anything miniature in 1986. When I purchased the Yaesu FT817ND, 2002, I only required a key and I purchased the Kent key. Both keys are a delight to use but I dislike taking out of the protected environment of my QTH shack. This 3D printed key will be ideal for use outdoors. It may work better too especially when the air is humid. HI Even with a heavy base I use a square of shelf foam, the kind used in kitchen cabinets, to prevent the key from dancing around. I haven't developed a light touch to the paddles yet.

@rebeccasherrod4966 3 года назад

im just getting started in all this and i didn't even know this type existed! I thought it was only those with that little handle and spring.... So much to learn.

@MadDawg91108 6 лет назад

Great video Dave.....looking forward to the F.A.R.N episode, it'll be tough to top last years.

@arayboomer 6 лет назад

Thanks for the great video, Dave! It was great to meet you a few weeks back on TAC 310. I recommend the camelback keys from cwmorse. Mine works great with no base needed. I dare say that it feels just as good as my Nye Viking.

@kg2c 6 лет назад

I enjoyed the video and also ordered the 3D printed paddle. I think it will be perfect for portable operation where weight and space are important considerations.

@tsdelaney 2 года назад

I ordered the navy style camelback and the qrp nano key from CWMorse and I’m eagerly awaiting their arrival! Thanks for the review!

@wmanojnishshankadias162 5 лет назад

Thanks Dave your videos very helpful !

@kg2c 6 лет назад

I received the 3D printed paddle and it works great!

@prestonshute7243 5 лет назад

Got both keys Dave and they are great for portable work. Don’t want to take my nice and heavier keys in the field. The straight key is available with a nice heave base too. 73 wd4dda

@GMELECTRONICS365 6 лет назад

I got mine a month or so ago. Its very well built.

@nontimebomala2267 6 лет назад

I have a couple (actually three) of Joseph Delgado's keys. They are very nice for portable operation.

@reidlanham2011 6 лет назад

Just ordered one!

@commenter4799 5 лет назад

Neat idea using magnets instead of springs.

@graywoulf 5 лет назад

Thanks Dave for this informative video. It inspired me to experiment with building my own iambic paddles.

@o2bnov0307 2 года назад

After having been out of ham radio for 25+ years, I have taken my TS-440S out of storage and have been enjoying it for a few POTA events. I have an MFJ -422B that I use for CW. I have seen these 3D printed iambic paddle units, but don’t think they’ll work for me. I am going to need to wait until I make a decision on a new radio. Staying at home. The TS-440S is a great radio. Going to the park on a regular basis. A smaller radio will be more practical. And, a radio designed for operations that did not exist when my radio was designed. I have written down the URL for the keyer, and I liked the idea of using my alma mater’s colors.

@davidhackleman8929 2 года назад

The JJ-38 designation for the straight key sounds vaguely familiar, but I know it as an Ameco K-4. It was affordable for new hams and was made in Japan. I bought mine at the Santa Maria Swapfest in 1991. A vendor sold them attached to a heavy iron base finished with black crinkle paint. It is still my favorite straight key and has a fair number of fans.

@KevinMaxson 6 лет назад

I’d been looking at the cheap 3D printer keys since I first saw them on QRZ. With $5 off, that seals the deal. Now I have to learn the code. ;-)

@jeffmaxwell6201 6 лет назад

Kevin Maxson how do you get the $5 off? Is there a coupon code to enter?

@bernarrcoletta7419 6 лет назад

Jeff Maxwell ke0og5off is the discount code

@jeffmaxwell6201 6 лет назад

Thanks. 73

@tonywright8294 3 года назад

Learn before you try to send

@jeffmaxwell6201 6 лет назад

These would work well for portable operation, especially SOTA, or RaDAR

@RobMacKendrick 6 лет назад

Tip for beginners: if you have a straight key with a short bar, such as the JJ-38 in this video, devise a clip that will hold it firmly open at all times. We rarely or never use that function anymore, but the bar tends to close itself in travel, after which you might connect it to a live transmitter and... you're live too. If the transmitter in question hasn't been matched to its antenna (which it often isn't, if you're just now patching in the key), you can easily destroy the rig that way. Securing the short bar with a clip of #14 wire, or a small zip tie, or some tape, or whatever gets the job done, can save you major heartache.

@davecasler 6 лет назад

Or just unscrew it and remove it. But I've used it for ages as a "tuning" switch that turns on the transmitter while I tune it.

@RobMacKendrick 6 лет назад

Yeah, but I like the way it looks. I used to use my short bar to tune up my old Globe Chief 90A, but since I went solid state I can accomplish that easily enough with one hand. But I leave it inline just to show the flag.

@KX4UL 4 года назад

Nice review Dave! Since the Palm Pico-Paddle is no longer available I have been searching for a small inexpensive paddle key for portable use. I'll give one of these a try!

@davecasler 4 года назад

Check out cwmorse.us.

@TheArtofEngineering 2 года назад

I built my own....went to the local hardware store (Bunnings Warehouse) and bought a door latch and cupboard handle and knob.....spring, bolts etc and voila a key is born!

@davecasler 2 года назад

Congrats! You can be very proud of it.

@Fishermanfred1 6 лет назад

Dave, I wish you would do more videos on QRP gear and operation of it. Including antenna's. Also can you recommend best coax for qrp. The one with least power loss. Thanks Fred.

@davecasler 6 лет назад

If you are operating portable QRP, I would suggest RG 8X. Otherwise use the biggest coax you have access to.

@virgilmachine2504 6 лет назад

Thanks Dave...I ordered the paddles using your discount

@Tommyr 6 лет назад

I have one of Joe's (KC5ILR) keys, it's got a base on it and doesn't see-saw like the one you showed. It's their red, white and blue model. Not a bad key at all!

@davecasler 6 лет назад

Several of their key models have an extended base so that they don't flip around.

@Bravo4Whiskey 5 лет назад

This design looks great! :-) I think I'll print one like this for my car. 73, DE DO4AMF, LOC JO42nf

@dannybryant4440 3 года назад

I ordered one of these CW Morse paddles and it come without the supplied connecting cable. well so much for more junk, I ordered this to use with my KX-3 when operating portable.

@clems6989 5 лет назад

NPRY Northern Pacific railway. Very Very Cool Key !!....

@michaelwilliamsk9qho784 4 года назад

NPRY might mean Nickle Plate Rail Way. Great video!

@Blueyzachary 3 года назад

You did go to BYU. Cool!!

@MrSundownman49 4 года назад

First time Viewer,Thank you for a clear explanation about Keys.73 de Bob DV7NIB good on QRZ.

@RAGHAVENDRASINGH17 6 лет назад

Nice video

@weswheel4834 5 лет назад

Thanks Dave. Are you still doing the Saturday practice? Do the live streams get uploaded? Thanks again.

@davecasler 5 лет назад

The Saturday code practice is on more or less permanent hiatus.

@ekbanjosworld4926 3 года назад

Nickel Plate RR ! 👍

@TMcWorkshop 6 лет назад

Thank you for taking the time to look at my key. Hope you enjoy it. - K7OB

@jeffmaxwell6201 6 лет назад

The Cheap 3D Printer How do you qualify for $5 off?

@davecasler 6 лет назад

ke0og5off

@TMcWorkshop 6 лет назад

go to thecheap3dprinter.etsy.com Place your order for the key and in the coupon code use ke0og5off

@jeffmaxwell6201 6 лет назад

David Casler thanks. After viewing the video a second time, I saw that the other information was included at the star of the video. I should be more observant. 73

@LorenChandler 6 лет назад

Doesn't work anymore :(

@frankmooney7282 6 лет назад

Dave Dave, I'm trying to relearn CW at 66 after 45 years. I have partial hearing loss and arthritis in my hands. Elsewhere also.. will it be easier to use iambic starting out or should I start with cheap straight key and work up. It looks uncomfortable with straight.. I've just got to copying alphabet at 12 wpm and going to move up to 15 next. By the way I love your videos. The helped me pass extra exam. Thanks Frank

@davecasler 6 лет назад

You may find the iambic key easier to use.

@FlonishaMerritt 5 лет назад

What cable to you use with the 3D printed key?

@davecasler 5 лет назад

Just a simple stereo cable with 1/8-inch stereo plug on each end.

@ronaldgibson 6 лет назад

Ordered with the $5 off KQ6C

@bruceweight7319 3 года назад

Maybe you could use velcro on the bottom.

@AdamosDad 3 года назад

You could strap the key to your leg like the military once did.

@oldnormanbates 6 лет назад

Looking forward to trying that 3d iambic ,thanks Og de N7PB Paul OldNormanBates Seattle WA RememberTubes©

@Harrzack 3 года назад

Iambic is ok - needs the double paddles. A SINGLE paddle key is more like a straight key on its side. It allows for a nice rhythmic rolling style of keying. There are those who think iambic is NOT a good option.

@kerbsidemotors9249 5 лет назад

Thingiverse printed similar alternative Beware if PLA it won’t like hot rooms, guessing PLA not ABS. :-)

@frankmooney7282 6 лет назад

NPRY on your old key from your dad is Northern Pacific Railroad. Chicago to Seattle in the old days.

@davecasler 6 лет назад

Thanks for the info. I can only guess how my father got hold of it.

@frankmooney7282 6 лет назад

Northern Pacific RR and Spokane, Portland, and Seattle(SP&S) merged to form the Great Northern Railroad. Later on Great Northern combined with the Burlington Route to form Burlington Northern today.

@johnsjohnson7677 4 года назад

NP RY is Northern Pacific Railway...FYI 73

@jeromegrzelak8236 6 лет назад

Dave if you take the radio off of break in you dont have to put rf on the air.. great topic kg6mn

@davecasler 6 лет назад

Good point. Thanks.

@keithdarwin5786 3 года назад

Fun fact - You can send C by squeezing and holding the paddles :-)

@jamescarroll6954 3 года назад

NPRY= Northern Pacific Railway.

@jaopadua3078 2 года назад

Can u send me lambic paddle morse key here in Philippines

@denismarcoux9136 2 года назад

Ask the people who sell them instead!

@MrManta2012 4 года назад

yeah cougars

@robj1646 3 года назад

For an iambic keyer, you have too many finger movements for the letter C. Just squeeze starting the right paddle and let loose when the last dot sounds. 73 de HA7RJA

@n0ukf 6 лет назад

I made my own straight key a while back out of hobby brass and a piece of oak. Still haven't transmitted with it (or my bought ones) yet. flic.kr/p/Hw5HV5

@warplanner8852 4 года назад

..yeah, well, they are "good" key - but not great. Sure, they're decent but they do wobble and are hard to precisely adjust. So, if you order a set, don't expecting precision. de k6whp dit dit

@davecasler 4 года назад

Like anything, perfect can be the enemy of good enough. Seems to be a highly personal decision. There are quite a few beautiful but expensive keys on the market. I personally prefer my old JJ-38.

@N5XHIworkshop 2 года назад

I guess after 3 years the coupon code is no good. 😪

@davecasler 2 года назад

Probably.

@klaustrybul3152 2 года назад

If you would be able to not shakin around with this very well made blue paddle box, we could see how it is made and how the cable is internally connected. And to see that you cannot open the box due to using the wrong screwdriver, that is not important to the user. It is boring ….and please do not place the item you want to record to close to the camera. The picture gets blurred. Sorry, but that‘s the way it is.