"Robert11" wrote in message
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Would you expect better performance if it was formed into a loop ?
Why ? (what "theory" or eq's would apply ?)

I have found that this reduces low frequency pick-up. Loops need to be
approaching 1 wavelength around to work efficiently, whereas the wire would
be OK as a 1/4 wave.

As to whether the signal to noise ratio will be better with the loop - well
you'll just need to experiment ; )

73, Peter VK3YE