Hi Barrie,
Tradeoffs...
Round is the optimum shape for highest Q (i.e. lowest loss) per cross
section of material.
Ribbon allows for greater inductance in a given volume.
73 & Good morning,
Marv WC6W
-- "Barrie Smith" <barrie@centric.net> wrote:
Looking at both fixed and rotary inductors, I see examples wound with round
wire and with "on-edge" ribbon.
Is there some advantage, or reason to use one or the other?
I can see, in the case of a rotary inductor, a greater contact area for the
travelling wiper.
Other reasons?
73, Barrie, W7ALW
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