[TowerTalk] Beverage height?

[Ford Peterson]

Ron,

I have studied the issue (I have the same problem) and came to the
conclusion that the propagation factor of the line at low heights is much
lower than at higher levels.  At 25 feet, I have no clue since there is no
way to test such a thing at my location.  However, the propagation factor
determines the optimum length of the line for greatest gain and also
introduces a maximum length limitation (i.e. the point at which further
lengths serve to reduce gain rather than increase it).

The bottom line?  This should work just fine but remember that the length
should be longer than normal (e.g. 4' to 10').

That's my $0.02 (and you get what you pay for...) hi

Ford-N0FP
ford@cmgate.com



----- Original Message -----
From: "Major Ron" <majrabsr@rconnect.com>
To: <towertalk@contesting.com>
Sent: Saturday, January 13, 2001 5:47 PM
Subject: [TowerTalk] Beverage height?


> Hi All,
>
> I want to string several Beverage antennas. I know they work well at low
> heights, but is there a maximum height?
>
> The antennas must allow for clearance of farm machinery. This will require
> them to be 23-25 feet above ground.
>
> Does anyone see any problems here?
>
> As always, thanks for any advice.
>
> Ron, KA9ALC
>
>
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