[Elecraft] SWR - does it matter?

[Ignacy]

Assuming that the correct load is 50 Ohms, load with SWR of 1.5:1 could be 33
Ohm or 75 Ohm. Or something more complex.

The load of 33 Ohm would cause bigger dissipation and the load of 75 Ohm
less dissipation but also less power. 

Three options here. First, spend hrs/days optimizing your antennas. Second,
use antenna tuner. Third, accept inefficiencies. Personally, I would not
consider a solid-state amp without a built-in tuner.

Ignacy, NO9E



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