For the moment at least, I'm using on-the-ground radials for my 160M
inverted L. Discussion on the reflector triggered a thought - is the
size of wire used for on-the-ground radials - or elevated radials for
that matter - significant? I ask this because I have a huge spool of
military-surplus, silver-plated (!) 18-gauge insulated copper wire.
Currently using 16, +/- 1/8 wave on-the-ground radials made with the
stuff. Feedpoint resistance seems to be by the book, at least as
compared to feeding the antenna against a single ground rod.
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73, Pete N4ZR
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