(not x-posted)
Besides the already mentioned reverse-polarized diodes as varicaps
(
http://www.hanssummers.com/radio/varicap/index.htm), I use 74HC240 as
HF QRP finals (600mW) and IRF510 as HF PA (20-30W max, QST has some
articles in the past).
Paolo IK1ZYW