I sent the following note to Jim at Comtek:
> Have you ever considered adding relays to a version of the hybrid to
> feed two elements in phase, for broadside directivity, as well as
> end-fire. I bet lots of guys have room for two antennas on 160 or 80,
> but not four. It would probably expand your market considerably.
This was his reply:
> Ron, we receive approximately two inquiries annually for a 2 el. system
> switchable broadside etc.. Had we invested in toolup expenses, ie, new
> printed circuit boards, sheetmetal, we would have sold about 10 units
> since 1994. With 25 pieces the minimum cost effective investment, it
> simply is not cost effective; however, we will continue to weigh
> inquiries vs "toolup" investment for a 2 el. model. (We typically
> re-order 125 pcs. of pc boards, metal chassis etc. for the ACB-4 series.)
How about it guys. Anyone else interested in this product?
Reply direct and I'll summarize.
Ron - WA9IRV
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