As others have pointed out, if you're concerned with the current carrying
capabilities #26 is fine especially if you have 60 of them. But, don't
neglect to consider the physical aspects.
I have 40,000' of #16 stranded insulated wire under my 2 element 80m array.
I have an occasional need to drive a crane, bucket truck, excavator, or
large tractor around the yard. For the most part, #16 holds up well outside
of an occasional glitch that even #2 wouldn't hold up to ;) (I've had some
bad glitches!)
I'm not sure how well #26 would take the same abuse. Those vehicles with
tracks instead of tires can make a fine mess of everything when turning.
73,
Tom, NI1N
----- Original Message -----
From: "Steve Miller" <hsmiller@awsllc.net>
To: <towertalk@contesting.com>
Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 9:55 AM
Subject: [TowerTalk] Radials
> This may be the wrong place to ask (in which case, please direct me to
> the right one!) but I am interested to know what affect wire size has on
> a radial system. Must one use #14 stranded or will #26 insulated work
> okay. The plan is to make it capable of handling full legal power
> though I rarely use that. Will larger wire have any more of a
> broadband affect than smaller wire? My thoughts lean toward using 60
> radials. Thanks for your help!! Steve N0SM
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