Robert,
I ran a simulation of a horizontal full wavelength loop and a dipole, both at
50'. They are quite similar. They are cloud burners. But, compared to a 1/4
wavelength vertical with 18 radials they all have the same gain (within a dB or
two) at a takeoff angle of 30 degrees. For working in the US I don't think you
would notice much difference. For DX there will be a difference in favor of the
vertical. Now given the same foot print you might consider a vertical with top
loading wires. Vertical for 50' and then four top loading wires of 80' or so.
Dave WX7G
_______________________________________________
Topband mailing list
Topband@contesting.com
http://lists.contesting.com/mailman/listinfo/topband
|