[Elecraft] KX3 vs. K3 (IF for XV144)

[Jim Brown]

On Tue,12/9/2014 7:04 AM, David G4DMP wrote:
> When using the K3 and XV144 combination, with an i.f. of 28MHz the
> bandwidth is limited so it can only be used up to 146MHz. The power
> output is up to 20W SSB and CW or half that power on AM/FM and data
> modes.

I'm using that combination. I believe that it has the greatest frequency 
stability of the three. Frequency stability is the shortcoming of the 
KX3 with it's internal transverter, and can be an issue with JT65.

One way to overcome that is to use an external amplifier that can be 
driven at lower power. I managed to find a vintage Mirage that drives to 
150W from 2W.

73, Jim K9YC