[TowerTalk] Effect of tower on antenna performance

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

Assuming your tower is vertical, your Yagi is horizontally polarized
and the diameter of the tower is much less than 1/4 wave, the tower
will have negligible effect on the Yagi's tuning and pattern.

73,

    ... Joe, W4TV


On 2015-03-16 2:46 PM, Cox, Norman R. wrote:
> Dear Group,
>
>      I don't think I've ever seen any information on how a tower effects an HF beam's tuning and pattern.  I've never simulated the effect or made any measurements myself.  Can anyone tell me what generally to expect if the mast is only one or two feet above the tower?  Would a mast 5 or 6 feet higher be any better?
>
> Thanks!
>
> Norm
> KE0ZT
>
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