I learned the hard way that power handling capability of scope probes is 
frequency-dependent. I blew TWO of mine trying to measure 100w on 28 mHz. (no, 
one lesson 
is not enough for me). So check the ratings of your probes before you try this 
with more 
than QRP power!

On 12/8/2011 3:09 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
> In fact, you can use the 'scope probe across the dummy load up to any
> level permissible by your 'scope and probe.  My probes will handle 100
> volts peak easily, and that is the 100 watt level.

-- 
Vic, K2VCO
Fresno CA
http://www.qsl.net/k2vco/

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