[Elecraft] why mix rf connector types within the product line?

[Don Wilhelm]

Jeff,

There are a number of amateurs who just do not like BNC connectors and 
will not use them.  In fact I have heard some comment when looking at a 
K2/10 say "That antenna connector MUST be changed to a UHF type".  While 
I do not agree, it is a perception that must be dealt with at Elecraft.  
Couple that with the fact that BNC is largely the 'standard' for QRP 
transceivers, but not for 100 watt and over rigs where the UHF connector 
reigns supreme.

Adapters are not a problem IMHO, they can just stay on the SO-239 jack 
and usually do not get in the way.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 4/26/2013 7:36 PM, Jeff Herr wrote:
> I will end up taking the units (kx3 and that nice amp) with me as I travel.
>
> In effect now we are forced to need adapters.
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> Do you think BNC connection is not suitable from an engineering perspective?
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