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
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