RSP1A Metal Case (Still available?)

[Omega-TI]

Has anyone here purchased the metal case for the RSP1A (shown below)? If so, did it make any difference on QRM? I cannot seem to to find a current source to buy one.

https://imgur.com/U0D73ZK

 

[Blackswan73]

You can find those type cases all over EBay in various sizes. Search for aluminum enclosures or extruded aluminum enclosures
B.S.

 

[belvdr]

Not sure why you would. I've only used the factory cases on the RSP2pro and RSPdx. Are there reports of overheating or RFI?

 

[vagrant]

You could line a plastic case with copper tape if you have some laying around. Your biggest ingress will be through the antenna, so filters should be considered. A USB cable with ferrite beads should also be considered.

* First try some aluminum foil around your SP1A and see if it makes a difference with it on/off.

 

[Omega-TI]

You can find those type cases all over EBay in various sizes. Search for aluminum enclosures or extruded aluminum enclosures
B.S.

Yes, you can, but they don't have the specialized and neatly cut out holes in the exact spots and all the included hardware for a professional appearance.

 

[Blackswan73]

Sounds like a good winter project. All you need is a template and a Dremel. It’s an option if the original cases are unavailable.
B.S.

 

[Omega-TI]

Not sure why you would. I've only used the factory cases on the RSP2pro and RSPdx. Are there reports of overheating or RFI?

Overheating? Not that I'm aware of. Those two models come with metal cases, the RSP1A has an inexpensive looking plastic case, presumably to save on production costs, making it more affordable.

 

[belvdr]

Overheating? Not that I'm aware of. Those two models come with metal cases, the RSP1A has an inexpensive looking plastic case, presumably to save on production costs, making it more affordable.

Yeah, I knew those came with metal cases, but wasn't sure why you were looking into it.

 

[Omega-TI]

The good news...
... it arrived..
...the bad news...
... no power cord........................................... YET!

 

[belvdr]

The good news...
View attachment 154534 ... it arrived..
...the bad news...
... no power cord........................................... YET!

Sweet! But, I'll be picky and say it's not a power cord; it's a data cable that supplies power.

 

[vagrant]

This is the USB cable I use with my SDRplay device. I rarely use the 10 MHz spread, but it is nice when hunting down a signal when one knows the frequency range. I often use it at two MHz or less.

https://www.amazon.com/Tripp-Lite-Hi-Speed-Ferrite-U023-003/dp/B008VOPCGY/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3NMEID0FMLG5U&keywords=usb%2Bcable%2Bwith%2Bferrite%2Bchoke%2Btripp&qid=1704838454&sprefix=usb%2Bcable%2Bwith%2Bferrite%2Bchoke%2Btripp%2Caps%2C150&sr=8-3&th=1

 

[K5MPH]

Metal Case Upgrade for the SDRplay RSP1A Back in Stock!

 

[KC1UA]

Metal Case Upgrade for the SDRplay RSP1A Back in Stock!

That post was made in June of 2022. They are not in stock anywhere.

 

[Omega-TI]

Sweet! But, I'll be picky and say it's not a power cord; it's a data cable that supplies power.

That is an accurate description. I'm temporarily using a short data cable that supplies power and a tiny antenna, pretty much VHF only. At this point I'm getting used to a new way of doing things, especially scanning.

 

[Omega-TI]

That post was made in June of 2022. They are not in stock anywhere.

Yeah, my phone went off with that notification so I rushed back online to check it out and place an order... I guess it's time to for coffee instead.

 

[PDXh0b0]

Is this your roof?