The phasing co-ax only needs to be of equal lengths to each antenna from
the power divider. The actual length(s) should only be as long as
necessary to reduce losses. Just be sure they're the same lengths,
connector to connector.
As for phasing antennas of different manufactures the only thing
necessary is to match all your impedance's, which I believe may be easier
said than done. I believe it can be done though. Good luck es 73,
Bill, WF4R
David Vondrasek wrote:
> I now have in my greedy hands a couple of M2 12 element beams. Hoping they
> do better then the CC 215WBs. I plan to stack them in the next few days on
> the 60 foot tower. It's been up with no antennas for too long.. I have a
> 1/2 wave power divider for 2 antennas. If this is used do I need to have
> the feed lines from the divider a certain length to the antennas ? Or just
> any random length to get them connected to the divider. I've seen both ways
> used and want to make sure I do it the *right* way.
>
> Another question somewhat related. What is the draw back of phasing 4
> antennas of different makes if any advantage at all ? I have two CC 215WBs
> also. Any advantage to using all four in an array or even advantageous ?
> Will it work ? No ? Reason ?
>
> Will be working the VHF contest this weekend as best I can on 432/SSB only
> with 20 ele's at 40 feet and 10 watts from EM12. Good luck to all going
> after it this weekend.
>
> Dave
> N5ITO
>
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