[Elecraft] {OT} - Variation on use of a coaxial switch

[Don Wilhelm]

Stan,

If your maximum power is 100 watts and the isolation of the switch is 
40dB or more then I don't think you have any problem.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 12/30/2016 5:49 PM, stan levandowski wrote:
> I would like to use a coaxial switch for an unintended use and I'm not
> sure if it's a good idea in terms of RF isolation and potential
> equipment damage.
>
> I'm no expert in this area but I know this list is a wealth of expert
> opinion, so here's my question:
>
>
> I want to buy a two position coaxial switch.  I want to connect ONE
> antenna to it and switch this antenna between a KX2/KXPA100 (100 watts)
> and a KX1 (about 3 watts).  The coax cable coming from this switch to
> the KX2 is a short piece of RG8X and the coax cable going from this
> switch to the KX1 is 25' of RG-174 (yes, I already computed the dB loss
> and I can live with).
>
>
> Am I likely to cause any damage to to either piece of equipment?
>
>
> Thanks,
> Stan WB2LQF
>
>
>
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