I have been using BNC connectors here for about 15 years. I usually run 100
watts but have run as high as 600 (Tentec Hercules 444) and often run 300
(homebrew amp). I use a 4x1 coax relay that was designed for video switching
to switch my dipoles. It has BNC connectors and I have had no problems.
73, Dave, VE1ADH
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bill Steffey NY9H" <ny9h@arrl.net>
To: "Ten-Tec Inc. Amateur Radio Sales" <sales@tentec.com>;
<tentec@contesting.com>
Sent: Thursday, April 11, 2002 6:43 PM
Subject: Re: [TenTec] BNC vs UHF connectors for HF 100w use
> While I started using BNCs on my receive only connections, like a second
> receiver output for the Omni 6+ , I also have been using them for Xmit as
well.
> Their convenience of quick disconnect beat the UHF & N connectors.
> While I pick up the constant impedance advantage, I'm not certain of their
> continuous power capability. I use UHFs & rg 213 for the output of my Herc
> & Titan. So do any of my esteemed colleagues have an idea of whether the
> BNC is beyond its ratings for 100 watt use ??? bnc= (bayonet-neil
consen)
> Thanks in advance
> bill
>
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