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Old November 16th 08, 09:44 PM posted to rec.radio.amateur.antenna
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Richard Harrison wrote:
Dave wrote:
"High power coaxial transmission lines have hollow center conductors."

Yes, and the metal which could have filled the hollow space would add no
conductivity at HF.

Best regards, Richard Harrison, KB5WZI


Power handling and efficiency increase as the frequency decreases; a
solid center conductor doesn't help at LF either.

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