Bob Miller wrote:
On 25 Apr 2005 16:54:36 -0700, "Chuck W." wrote:


Is it true, though, that when the ladderline/windowline gets wet it
negatively impacts the efficiency of the transmission line?


That's true, SWR increases, but how much do you want to operate when
it is raining?

I understand that some amateurs used to wax their ladder line. Or was
that they soaked the wooden spreaders in hot wax?

- Mike KB3EIA -