Why go to that much trouble. An old pickle jar would probably do just as well.
-Chuck Harris WB6BNQ wrote:
Hi Peter, While you did not say, I am going to guess you are considering making a weather proof (or nearly so) housing for your ceramic patch antenna. I have used the little patch antennas with the magnetic base from Motorola for the top of my car. They seem to last quite long as the one I have has been out in the elements (San Diego, CA) for around 9 or ten years. Yes, its plastic housing is showing some discoloration from the UV rays, but no operational issues. However, for a housing, may I suggest a small PYREX glass mixing bowl. It is a little heavy but very sturdy and some have an edge that could be used to hold it in place by fitting a collar around it made out of wood that would get clamped to the base which could be made out of wood. The wood would have to be varnished with a good Urethane. Anyway, my two cents; Bill....WB6BNQ
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