> I am considering the Vectronics HFT-1500...Are there any good/bad comments
> on this antenna tuner?
> any comments would be appreciated. Thank You in advance.
>
> Best 73,
> de KB4LBX/Alex
It does not have the power handling capability for 1500 W output the name
suggests. This is conveniently hidden in the manual.
For open wire feedline, the feed through insulator is not good enough.
( Moulded plastic) I have had one melting !!.
For less than 1KW it is OK. ( for indoor use ).
73 Rag OZ8RO
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