[TowerTalk] Tower Height Question

[Chuck O'Neal]

Yes, it will be fine for DX.  In fact, you may be better off at 120 ft instead of 190 ft since at 3/4 wavelength up, there will be high angle radiation that is supressed at 1/2 wavelength up.  This means that the local signals will be weaker on receive, allowing you to hear the DX better.

Chuck...K1KW


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> I am planning to put up a 2el 80 meter Yagi. The maximum tower height at my 
> QTH is 190 feet due to location near an airport and other restrictions. 
> However, I would rather use a 120 footer for this antenna. The terrain is 
> typical Texas Gulf Coast (flat) and about 50 miles inland. In your opinion, 
> will this lower installation still be good for DX contacts? 
> 
> 73, Keith NM5G 
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