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![]() The standard approach is using a parallel LC circuit and either make a tap or a link for the 50 Ohm connection. In this case, how should I select the L and C, as there are multiple choices leading to the same resonance frequency but with different Q values. Any suggestions? Or, would another matching network be more desirable, for example in terms of loss? An L-network might do the job, but it is not immediately clear to me if it would have any advantages or disadvantages over the parallel circuit. Any comments? I will be running substantial power into the antenna, so it is important that the solution does not result in excessive losses (heat) or voltages (although this will probably be inevitable at the feedpoint). 73 - Kris, TF3KX GM Kris I use an end fed, inverted L half wave on 160 meters on 160, 80 and 40 meters where it has a feed impedance of about 2600, 1600 and 700 Ohms respectively. This allows a remote tuned L network to be used for a match to 50 Ohms on all 3 bands without need for switching the capacitor from end to end of the inductor. My inductor is a piece of 2-1/2 inch miniductor, tap switched with a motor driven switch, and a motor driven vac variable. It allows a below 1.3:1 match across the entire band on all 3 bands and has been a very effective HF antenna for some 15 years. The bottom of the antenna ties to a control box thru a fairly small ceramic feedthru, (maybe 2 inches long) and Voltage has never been a problem even with 1500 Watts out. Fed against a 90 foot well casing that just happens to be in the right place, and a counterpoise under the flat top. When you don't KNOW that your ground is zero Ohms, feed as little current into it as possible! Regards W4ZCB |
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