[Elecraft] K Line: Signal loss in a QSO

Mike Markowski mike.ab3ap at gmail.com
Sun Jan 16 09:24:55 EST 2022


I will dangerously rely on memory.  I recall a discussion, no doubt one 
of many similar, simply describing the amp as most efficient at full 
power, not that any output power level should be avoided.  After all, 
every amp is designed around some quiescent current.

73,

Mike ab3ap

On 1/16/22 9:06 AM, Wes wrote:
> It is not in the manual, but has appeared here many times, without 
> logical explanation.
>
> Wes  N7WS
>
> On 1/16/2022 6:52 AM, john at kk9a.com wrote:
>> I have not heard this either. Is this in the manual? 5 watts would be a
>> tough output to avoid if you enjoy QRP.
>>
>> John KK9A
>>
>> KE8G wrote:
>>
>> Hmm, I've never heard that 5 or 50 watts of power shouldn't be run.
>>
>> 73 de KE8G - Jim 


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