[Elecraft] PA100 question

[Mark J. Dulcey]

David A. Belsley wrote:
> Gents:
>  I just finished part I of the KPA100 and passed all the tests. My only
> concern is that I got a current reading of only .36 amps (my normal K2 rx
> current is .3 amps).  The manual indicates the PA100 should add 100-200 ma.
> in rx, so I guess I ought be seeing a currently more like .4 or .45 amps.
> Has anyone else had a similar experience, or is this a potential problem?

The current increase when you install the KPA100 will be less if your K2 
normally has a KIO2 and/or KAT2 installed, because you unplugged those 
options (removing their current drains) when you plugged in the KPA100. 
The manual is less than clear about that.