>
>> Hi Rich,
>>
>> Since a dipmeter doesn't measure impedance, how could I use one to
>> prove that the input impedance of an L-network at resonance doesn't
>> look like a dead short circuit?
>>
>> Mike, W4EF.....
>
>Rich has his own definition of "resonant".
>
? When XL = XC, a series or a parallel circuit is resonant. For series
circuits at resonance, R is virtually zero. For parallel circuits, R is
virtually infinite at resonance.
>He also has a grid dip meter that, unlike every other grid dip meter
>in the world, measures impedance and Q.
>
? Pinocchio
>So while what you are saying is technically correct Mike, that the
>minute a load would be connected the network would not be a
>"dead short", things just don't work that way in the land where dip
>meters measure impedance and Q.
>
? the self-recognized "expert" tries to put words in Rich's mouth.
>
Cheers, Tom.
- Rich..., 805.386.3734, www.vcnet.com/measures.
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