[Elecraft] Product Suggestion - 500W Dummy Load

[Wes (N7WS)]

Actually, it you are talking about tube amps---typically the ones that need 
tuning---then although it may seem objectionable, tuning into the actual load, 
at the power level you are going to run is the appropriate thing to do.


On 9/18/2015 12:57 PM, Bob McGraw - K4TAX wrote:
> There is no need, in fact it is considered objectionable, to adjust a tuner at 
> full power.  It is also very hard on the components. As to an amp, the only 
> way I know to adjust one is working it up to full power and than reducing 
> drive to the power value you desire to operate.
>
> For manual tuners and amps, a written "tuning chart" really comes in handy.
>
> 73
> Bob, K4TAX
> K3S s/n 10,163