While probably too much for 40 radials, I have taken to using extra
extension cords for temporary radials. They are bright orange so easy to
see, connect together with cube taps or outlet strips, 100 foot ones are as
low as $17 (ok -- 16 ga, but these are not for power), coil easily, stay
down by themselves and most hams have a few around. A decent size club
could probably come up with 40 for field day. --Mike, WV2ZOW
On Mon, Jun 23, 2014 at 1:10 PM, Richard (Rick) Karlquist <
richard@karlquist.com> wrote:
> Buy an extension cord reel (available at Harbor Freight, HD
> etc), wind up the first radial, then connect the second
> radial to the end of the first one by twisting the ends
> together, then wind up the second radial etc. This is
> easier (IMHO) than 40 small reels. It is like one 3600
> foot wire. The radials may be overgrown with weeds
> and difficult to remove. Have you considered elevated
> radials?
>
> Rick N6RK
>
> On 6/23/2014 9:23 AM, rich kennedy via Topband wrote:
>
>> Hello, I'm now able to use a couple acre parcel for a new 80/160M shorty
>> vertical (80'); however, I can use this land only between Nov and May.
>>
>> For radials I'm intending on using a #22 stranded hookup wire, 300v and
>> wondering if this particular wire would be suitable for spooling out the
>> ~90 foot radials then respooling them up several months later. Expected
>> power = 1KW; Number of radial ~ 40. Any hints appreciated.
>>
>>
>> 73, Rich, K3VAT
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