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December 12th 04, 01:01 AM

On 11 Dec 2004 19:39:18 GMT, (Avery Fineman)
wrote:

In article , Paul Burridge
writes:

Has anyone carried out any tests to compare conventional spiral
elements with the 'doubling-back spiral' types that claim to be
"non-inductive"? I just wonder if that doubling-back of the resistive
element to 'eliminate' inductance is as effective as it's made out to
be.

Yes, Paul, it is effective...

[comprehensive explanation snipped]

Thanks, Len. That's about as in depth as it gets, I reckon!
Ian swears by his VNA to do these kind of measurements, but you strike
me as the kind of guy who might know of an alternative way using more
conventional test gear... care to share?

p.
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