[TenTec] BNC vs UHF connectors for HF 100w use

George, W5YR w5yr@att.net
Thu, 11 Apr 2002 18:06:05 -0500


Stuart, how much current will that little pin and socket carry?

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Stuart Rohre wrote:
> 
> OK, the standard BNC is rated at 500 volts. At 50 ohms, that looks like 5
> kW. (P = V squared over Z)  But, if you feel concerned, you can get BNC high
> voltage version with about a one inch ribbed back insulator on the jack,
> rated at 5000 volts!
> 73,
> Stuart K5KVH