Hi all:
> > I am going to make some ladder line using some #14 (I'd use enameled or
> > insulated stranded) wire, I am planning on cutting some PVC spacers. My
> > question is what is the ideal width for the spacers ??
> I wonder if Steve ever got his question answered, about the IDEAL WIDTH ?
There isn't any ideal spacing, the spacing effects the surge impedance
of the transmission line, and normally it is adjusted to make it as easy
as possible to match it, although the impedance of the antenna and
source
can be changed quite some. Generally the higher the impedance the lower
the losses. (it reduces the current)
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