[Elecraft] Running the K3/10 at higher power

[Julian, G4ILO]

Edward R Cole wrote:
> 
> I didn't do a power calibration to set back the power so 
> wondering if there is anything negative from running the K3/10 above 
> 12w?  This really would be an advantage for driving the 20/300w amp 
> that I will be assembling.  I don't expect full output with 16w drive 
> (maybe 240w) but that will net more than 12w would (180w).
> 

The transmit IMD will get worse very quickly as you exceed 12W. You will
then be amplifying all these IMD products.

It depends whether you want to sound like a US station or someone from
eastern Europe!

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