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Re: [TowerTalk] Force 12 20M Monobander

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Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] Force 12 20M Monobander
From: Bob K6UJ <k6uj@pacbell.net>
Date: Thu, 12 May 2016 20:33:06 -0700
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Russ,

I agree, another comparison test would be great. Now we have the OP-Des and other new kids
on the block to compare that we didnt have back then.

Bob
K6UJ




On 5/12/16 9:53 AM, Russ Dearmore via TowerTalk wrote:
Rick,  Thanks for your comments.  I found the F/B to be much higher than you 
did so maybe we're talking about different antennas.  The OP-Des design of the 
Force 12 is probably the reason for better gain and flatter SWR.  I've got more 
confidence in the 5kw power rating than the 1.5kw of the 204BA since I use a 
manually tuned amp that wants to go higher than that.  I'll probably keep 
looking at the new designs rather than the old technology.  In regards to the 
SteppIR I'm not comfortable with the extra maintenance they are well known for. 
 Needlessly expensive in the long run.    I also share your skepticism about 
antenna manufacturer's claims and think it's time for a monobander comparison 
test like Ward did with the Tri-banders some time back.    Thanks again, Russ  
K5ZZR
  Peak F/B: 26.12dBPower Rating: 5kwGain: 9.23dBi @ 14.250MHz   My Heroes Wear 
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