[Elecraft] Possible to drive both a W2 and P3 power monitor with the same coupler?

[Jack Brindle]

I can answer that. The answer is No.
Control signals go from the W2 (or P3) TO the sensor box as well as those that return with the power levels. Of course the control signals will conflict, causing problems, with potential damage to either the W2, P3 or both. So no, you really don’t want to try that.

73,
Jack, W6FB


> On Apr 10, 2026, at 4:19 PM, David Lutz via Elecraft <elecraft at mailman.qth.net> wrote:
> 
> I'm wondering if it's possible to drive a W2 wattmeter and a P3 power monitor with the same coupler?  Could it be as simple as an RJ45 splitter or is that asking for magic smoke.  
> 
> -Dave K1FA
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