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December 31st 06, 02:55 PM
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Welding Rod J-Pole Possible?
Sal M. Onella wrote:
Yup, the peak of the main lobe is elevated. ... but my 144 copper pipe j-pole does put sufficient 440 energy toward the horizon that I am often able to hit a repeater more than 70 miles away (Santiago Peak in Orange County CA from southern San Diego County). Yep, paraphrasing Roy: All antennas emit energy at all angles. I just don't like to waste 10m/VHF/UHF energy at high angles. -- 73, Cecil http://www.w5dxp.com |
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