[Elecraft] P3TXMON question?

[Wes (N7WS)]

So by your "logic" it would be best to measure one Watt using a 100W element.

On 8/21/2015 8:03 PM, Ken G Kopp wrote:
> Bird accuracy is specified to be +/- 5% of meter full scale ... a 100W
> element would be a poor choice to measure a 100W output level.  Take a look
> at any Bird's meter scale.  It's not linear and can be read with the most
> accuracy to the left of center scale.  A 250W element is much better for
> measuring 100W.
>
> Wanna chase your tail?  Measure the same power source with identical Bird
> elements......
>
> Don's method is better, but all methods are obviously subject to the
> accuracy of the final indicating instrument.
>
> FWIW .....
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