Thanks for posting the drawing. What is the projected power handling capability of the described feed transformer? 73 Charlie (Chas) N8RR
> From: [email protected] > To: [email protected]; [email protected] > Date: Thu, 8 Dec 2011 20:21:04 -0500 > Subject: Topband: K2AV 160m Folded Counterpoise Antenna - New Details Posted > > New information, details and drawings for the K2AV 160m Folded Counterpoise > (FCP) System, Isolation Transformer and Installation Notes have been posted > on my website. > > > > http://www.w0uce.net/K2AVantennas.html > > > > If you are interested in building an FCP versus putting in a dense radial > field heed the following advise: > > * The ONLY means of achieving the required degree of Isolation is to > use the Isolation Transformer as specified by K2AV > * Tests using 1:1 Baluns and Line Isolators have ALL FAILED - you > waste RF Power, Time and Money unless the specified xfmr is installed > * DO NOT attempt to use Insulated Window Line for the FCP - We already > tried it and it does not work - too lossy > * Use #12 Bare wire for the FCP elements - Moisture gathers on > insulated wire and detunes the FCP > * Use 4" spacing between FCP elements > * Small diameter PVC Pipe Spreaders work well - use caps on both ends > and put a small weep hole in the bottom cap > * It is best to install the FCP in a straight line the overall length > is 66' if bends are necessary make them near the ends of the elements > > > > 73, > > Jack W0UCE > > _______________________________________________ > UR RST IS ... ... ..9 QSB QSB - hw? BK _______________________________________________ UR RST IS ... ... ..9 QSB QSB - hw? BK
