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Old August 20th 03, 11:36 PM
Dan Richardson
 
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On Mon, 18 Aug 2003 21:56:50 +0000 (UTC), "Reg Edwards"
wrote:

Take an ordinary round solid conductor. For well known reasons at
alternating currents it will have a higher resistance per unit length that
at DC.


Which brings up a question. For good results with HF antennas using
powers under 1000 watts, what would be the minimum gage wire that you
should use?

Danny, K6MHE