Topband: Center support on K9AY Loop

[Tom Rauch]

> I've been told that there has been some talk about conductive (metal)
> center supports for receiving antennas like the K9AY Directional loop
> antenna on this reflector. I have browsed the archives unsuccessfully.

Hi Tom,

It makes absolutely no difference at all if you use a metal pole or 
non-metallic pole as long as you insulate the pole from the wire. The 
antenna is a fairly low impedance antenna, and any effect of having a 
metal support inside the loop would be immeasurable.. 73, Tom W8JI
W8JI@contesting.com