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Re: Topband: K9ay loop not performing

To: N4ZR <n4zr@comcast.net>
Subject: Re: Topband: K9ay loop not performing
From: WW3S <ww3s@zoominternet.net>
Date: Tue, 10 Dec 2019 13:15:51 -0500
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You should probably look for a double pole, I’ve been told you need to open the 
shield as well....I’ve had similar interference on my hi z array. I’ve opted to 
go a different route.... 

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> On Dec 10, 2019, at 11:30 AM, N4ZR <n4zr@comcast.net> wrote:
> 
> Now that I've determined that my transmitting antenna must be disconnected, 
> in order for my K9AY loop to work successfully, can anyone tell me what sort 
> of ratings are required for the relay required to do this remotely?  I'm 
> assuming a vacuum relay, but in looking at the MGS4U list of available SPST 
> relays, there is a huge price range.  What sort of numbers should I be 
> looking for, given 1.5 KW and location at the base of a quarter-wave inverted 
> L.
> 
> I also note that most of the relays listed have  26.5 volt coils.  Can anyone 
> recommend an inexpensive 24-26 volt supply that I can use?
> 
> 73, Pete N4ZR
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