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Coax + Ladder Line
Thanks for all your responses and ideas.
Yes, I do have an antenna tuner. The maximum length of the antenna I can hope for can only be about 65ft because of the placement of trees in my back yard and access to my shack. At this time I will be happy if I can tune to some bands up to 40M. I did not want to drill any additional holes for outside access if I can help it amd make use of the existing one. I also wanted the option of total disconnect from the outside. My equipment has been fried by lightning in my previous QTH. I figure it would be about a 60 ft run to the feed point. I am aware that certain feed line lengths are to be avoided to minimize transmission line radiation and tuning problems. In addition to low loss I thought ladder line would be much lighter than coax. I don't have any way to support my antenna at the center so I am trying to keep it as light as possible. Not sure of the wind loads though but I will have a modest workable antenna up soon. You all have been very helpful in sharing your thoughts. 73 AG4EL, Kash |
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