Max RF power for Yaesu 857 with digimodes?
Oct 4th 2016, 05:10 | |
0001490519H80Joined: Apr 4th 1998, 00:00Total Topics: 0 Total Posts: 0 |
I like to work digimodes with my Yaesu- 857. I keep the RF wattage at 20-30 watts because I have heard that the duty cycle can cook the final. what is the max safe wattage for: PSK JTxx Olivia Thor Throb RTTY Thanks |
Oct 4th 2016, 16:39 | |
WB1GCMSuper Moderator Joined: Apr 4th 1998, 00:00Total Topics: 0 Total Posts: 0 |
If you keep the RF output to 30 Watts maximum, you will be just fine using digital modes. For your own comfort, reach around the back. If you cannot touch the radio because it's too hot, then take a break.from transmitting. Bob Allison WB1GCM ARRL Lab |