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Free QRP logging software by WB2QAP

A perfect companion for your Elecraft K1 or any other (not power hungry...) QRP rig

Color photos, schematic and diagrams for an article written by N2APB for Fall 2000 QRPp. Also the subject of a presentation made at the Pacificon QRP Forum in October 2000.An Integrated and Portable PSK Station for 80 & 20 without using a PC!

Demonstrates the operational status and reception reports for the SK6RUD/SA6RR QRPP beacons, which transmit on 478.9 kHz, 1995 kHz, 10.131 MHz, and 40.673 MHz. These beacons utilize extremely low power, with the 630-meter beacon operating at approximately 0.1 watt ERP into an L-antenna, showcasing the potential for long-distance contacts under favorable propagation conditions. The site details the specific frequencies and antenna types employed, such as a vertical at 500 kHz and a 1/4 vertical for higher bands. The resource compiles over 10,530 reception reports from amateur radio operators worldwide, logging details such as date, time, band, RST signal report, locator, distance, and receiver setup. Notable long-distance reports include a 500 kHz reception by AA1A-Dave from 5832 km in 2008 and a 10.133 MHz reception by ZL2FT-Jason from 17680 km in 2010, illustrating the global reach of these low-power transmissions. Each log entry provides specific equipment used by the reporting station, including transceivers like the Yaesu FT817, ICOM IC-7300, and various antenna configurations such as coaxial mag loops, inverted Ls, and end-fed wires. The primary objective of the SK6RUD beacons is to challenge conventional notions of power requirements for effective two-way communication, proving that contacts over significant distances are achievable with minimal output. The site also includes a submission form for new reception reports, fostering community engagement and continuous data collection on propagation phenomena across different bands. The detailed logs offer practical insights into real-world propagation characteristics and the efficacy of QRPP operations.

An home made FETer QRP transceiver for the 80 meters band

Operational mode QRPp QRSS Running as an MEPT Manned Experimental Propagation Transmitter

Describes IK1ZYW 10m beacon running QRSS

SWL RockMite 40 CW Transceiver Built by WY3A

Online NOS electronic parts shop for QRP-QRPp radio constructors, to vintage radio and electrical measuring equipment restaurators. Many Germanium diodes, transistors and RF parts, semiconductors.

A pocket-sized homebrew 40m CW QRPp/QRP transceiver

The POCKET TUNER V1.1 is a highly compact HF T-Match antenna tuner designed for QRPp and QRP portable operations. With a credit card-sized form factor, it is tailored for low-power setups, supporting HF bands from 10m to 40m. The tuner features a unique design using rotary switches for precise capacitor adjustments, allowing tuning in small increments. Its inductance selection is optimized for various bands, ensuring efficient performance. Equipped with a resistive tuning indicator, it protects the transmitter by reducing SWR during adjustments. This versatile and portable tuner is ideal for field operations, enabling efficient antenna matching for low-power rigs.