[Elecraft] Antenna tuners

[Craig D. Smith]

<> A standalone, boxed ATU capable of
<> being fully controlled by the K3 would be a nice future option.

I agree.  I suggested a remote tuner as a K3 option some time ago, but I
know the plate is full at Aptos.  I have an Icom AH-4 that I use with my
IC-7000 in a remote configuration with my ladder line fed multiband doublet,
and it is a really slick setup - both in terms of performance and
convenience.  Don't know what I'll do when I get my K3.  SGC to me doesn't
seem like a viable option.  If you look at the power ratings for most of
their tuners they are rated at 80W CW max.  They have one that is rated for
over 100W CW, but it is almost $1000.  And they haven't released a new
product in several years which makes one wonder about their commitment to
the amateur market.  A remote automatic tuner that operates seamlessly with
the K3 would be a great option for Elecraft to consider.

73
          ... Craig  AC0DS