Which wire to Use for Antenna

May 30th 05, 05:23 AM

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Which wire to Use for Antenna

I am going to build an inverted V for 80 and 40 meters. I will be running
about 700 watts into it. What gauge wire should I use and should it be
stranded or solid core for best performance and power handling?

Thanks!

Cal Barton
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