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#Low Power

Low power and QRP categories limit the transmitter power, and the exact limits are set by the rules of each contest. The change in power changes the way you operate: more search and pounce, more patience and a different choice of bands and times. Rate and multiplier statistics look different from a high-power log, so they should be compared with your own earlier low-power logs. Always read the current rules for the power limits and the category names. The articles under this tag help you choose a category and read the results.

QRP and Low Power Categories: Choosing How to PlayOct 31, 2026 · 8 min read

QRP and Low Power Categories: Choosing How to Play

What changes when you enter a QRP or Low Power category: rate, multipliers, operating style and how to read your statistics. Power limits: check…

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