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Re: SWR - does it matter?

Posted by Bob McGraw - K4TAX on Apr 10, 2019; 4:30pm
URL: http://elecraft.85.s1.nabble.com/SWR-does-it-matter-tp7650791p7650795.html

And then use the lowest loss feedline one can afford and install.  This minimizes the increased loss due to SWR.

Bob, K4TAX


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> On Apr 10, 2019, at 11:13 AM, Ignacy <[hidden email]> wrote:
>
> 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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