Topband: Radial Wire

[Bill Wichers]

Solid will generally hold up better regarding corrosion, but stranded holds up better if subjected to mechanical stress. Solid is also easier to solder properly, imho. Pick the type best suited to the area your radial field is in. If your radial field gets walked on frequently then stranded is probably the better choice. Solid is generally a better choice in areas that won't be subject to mechanical stresses from walkers and the like. 

Also, I agree with the other poster that the "dog run wire" is probably the best of the options available from that seller due to it having a polyethylene jacket. I'd personally go with dark colors too to hide in the grass as well as for better uv resistance. 

-Bill KB8WYP

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> On Oct 22, 2014, at 8:24 PM, Gary K9GS <garyk9gs at wi.rr.com> wrote:
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> Frank,
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> Thank you very much for this source.  I was just looking this week for wire prices.  I want to buy quite a lot for next summer's antenna project.
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> The nice thing is he's close enough I'll probably pick it up and save shipping.
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> BTW...any thoughts on solid vs stranded?  I do like to use insulated wire as I think it lasts longer.  I was thinking 16 or 18 ga.
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