The description doesn't specify if the watts are average watts or pep watts. Anyone know what are the average watts and what are the peak watts?

I don't know what the peak envelope power handling capability is but I presume they mean dead key power. Mine will easily handle the 50 watt GMRS radio I have. Short bursts to check power and swr at 50 watts seems fine. It doesn't even get warm

Why is the swr showing on the surecom meter with this dummy load 1.7? why that high considering the swr is 1.2 on my antenna on the same frq

If you are using a jumper it could be the jumper. Check the dummy load with a ohm meter. It should read 50 ohms. In a perfect situation most dummy loads would read perfect swr of 1:1. But they are really only used for testing power anyway.

When using this dummy load to test cb radio 27mhz what is the swr at 27mhz?

I did not check it specifically on the CB frequencies but at 144Mhz and 440Mhz it was less then the specified 1.2 to 1 VSWR. If you are seeing more than that I would suspect a defective dummy load or a problem with the radio or cables.

Can it be used with a baofeng bf-f8hp handheld radio?

Yes, but you would need an adapter to get from the antenna connector on the radio to the connector on the Dummy Load. I believe the baofeng you are referring to had an SMA connector so you would need an adapter to get from there to the PL259 on the Dummy Load.

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🔌 Plug into precision — don’t let your RF tests fall flat!

LOW VSWR EXCELLENCE - Maintains VSWR ≤ 1.2 for minimal signal reflection and maximum accuracy
POWERHOUSE PRECISION - Handles a robust 50 watts for reliable RF testing without overheating
PREMIUM BUILD QUALITY - Nickel-plated copper shell with silver-plated inner needle ensures durability and superior conductivity
BROADBAND COMPATIBILITY - Operates seamlessly from DC up to 520 MHz, covering most RF applications
EXTREME ENVIRONMENT READY - Works flawlessly from -55°C to +125°C, perfect for indoor and outdoor professional setups

The XRDS-RF 50W PL259 UHF Male Plug RF Dummy Load is a high-performance 50-ohm load designed for accurate RF equipment testing across a wide frequency range (DC to 520 MHz). Featuring a durable nickel-plated copper shell and silver-plated copper needle, it ensures excellent conductivity and longevity. With a low VSWR of ≤1.2 and a wide operating temperature range (-55°C to +125°C), this lightweight dummy load is ideal for professionals demanding reliable, precise signal termination in both indoor and outdoor environments.

Specifications

ASIN	B08QR9RQJ3
Best Sellers Rank	#635 in Audio & Video Connectors & Adapters
Brand Name	XRDS -RF
Cable Type	Coaxial
Color	Silver
Compatible Devices	RF Amplifier, RF Mixer, RF Oscilloscope, RF Signal Generator, RF Transceiver
Connector Gender	PL259 UHF Male Plug
Connector Type	RF Connector
Customer Package Type	sealed anti-static bag
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (550)
Frequency	520 MHz
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor, Outdoor
Item Shape	Round
Item Weight	0.32 kg
Manufacturer	XRDS -RF
Model	PL259 Male RF Dummy Load-50W
Model Name	PL259 UHF Male Plug RF Dummy Load
Number of Items	1
Number of Pins	1
Other Special Features of the Product	Lightweight
Outer Material	Nickel
Part Number	XRDS-D-L-UHF
Recommended Uses For Product	testing and measuring RF equipment performance
Specification Met	RoHS
UPC	677998293334
Unit Count	1 Count
Wattage	50 watts

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