[PVRCNC] Dummy loads from the North

[Guy Olinger K2AV]

RG8X uses the larger (UG176) of the two common UG adapters for PL259,
the other is sized for RG-58 (UG175).  The smaller UG175 adapter is
used for RG400.

73, Guy.

On Thu, Jul 8, 2010 at 6:58 PM, Brian Alsop <alsopb at nc.rr.com> wrote:
> Guys,
>
> As a result of a purchase from a KL7, I have 5 extra 100+ W 51 ohm dummy
> loads attached to heatsinks.  They are supposed to be good well into the
> VHF range.  Size is about 3.2"x8.5"x1.5"
>
> They cost me $6 each.  Be glad to offer the same price to other locals
> who want one.  One other point, the heat sinks are beryllium so one
> shouldn't drill, file or otherwise generate dust.
>
> Only drawback is that the pigtail to them has a SMA connector.  The coax
> is RG-400 and you can install a UHF connector (ala RG8X) or buy an adapter.
>
> 73 DE Brian/K3KO
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