..."I think that the difference between dbd and dbi is 2.1db."...
True, and the difference between the free space gain, and the gain of a
three element yagi at one wavelength height, is approximately 5.1 dB.
And a 205BA is also in a different class from a 4 element SteppIR.
Jerry, K4SAV
Bob Maser wrote:
>I think that the difference between dbd and dbi is 2.1db.
>If Craig wants to chase DX during this phase of the sun spot cycle, he only
>really needs to have a competitive 4 element yagi on 20M. 4 years down the
>road the higher bands will be more active but why spend the money for a
>SteppIR when he can find a Hygain 205BA for $200 that will run circles
>around the SteppIR for a lot less money, weight and complexity.
>
>Bob W6TR
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>Sent: Monday, January 29, 2007 7:39 PM
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>>These antennas aren't even in the same class. The 4 element SteppIR is
>>the hands-down winner in all catagories except the price. Look closely
>>at those gain specs for the X7. They are for the antenna at one
>>wavelength height, so you have to subtract about 5.1 db to get the free
>>space gain.
>>
>>Jerry, K4SAV
>>
>>Craig Markley wrote:
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>>>I am a relatively new ham, since 8/06, and am trying to put together a
>>>good dxing station. I currently have a Cushcraft A4S and am thinking
>>>of upgrading it.
>>>
>>>The specs for the Cushcraft X7 really look good, but I would like your
>>>overall impression of the X7. I'm not asking for details, but just your
>>>overall impression, if possible. How might it compare with a 4 el SteppIR?
>>>
>>>Also, I've heard of a book that reviews and checked specs for a number
>>>of antennas. Where can I find that book?
>>>
>>>Thanks,
>>>
>>>73, Craig - AD5YJ
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