[Elecraft] MFJ's new Internal K3 Tuner, anyone tried one yet?

[Tim Tucker]

I have not tried this "version" of an MFJ autotuner.  However, I have tried
others, including their auto tuners capable of handling legal limit.  My
results were mixed, at best.  If MFJ is using the same basic algorithm in
this K3 tuner as their other tuners, I would not be interested in buying it
as those tuners were not nearly as capable at loading up odd lengths of
wire as the Elecraft units have been.  Case in point:  I had an MFJ
autotuner inline and it couldn't load up an Alpha Delta DX-CC on 12 meters
with the MFJ, but I could with the K3 tuner.  Also, the SWR bridge's meter
on the MFJ was waaaay off compared to other meters / analyzers.

FWIW, I'm not an "anti-MFJ" guy, but my experience with their auto tuners
hasn't been  the best.

On Mon, May 11, 2015 at 6:42 PM, Don Wilhelm <w3fpr at embarqmail.com> wrote:

> Consider that the Elecraft repair form includes a statement that any
> aftermarket mods or additions must be removed before sending the equipment
> to Elecraft for repair.
>
> How would you like to remove the MFJ tuner from your K3 before sending it
> for repair?
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> On 5/11/2015 9:35 PM, Gary Gregory wrote:
>
>> Hey guys...valid question. Curiosity is a good thing.
>>
>> Jeff only asked if anyone had an opportunity to try one.
>>
>> I wonder what Elecraft think.
>>
>> He did NOT say he wanted to buy one but like me he is most likely curious
>> and I can't imagine what MFJ are thinking. The KAT3 is an outstanding
>> product and I am scratching my head trying to think how MFJ could improve
>> on the kat3.
>>
>>
>>
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