On Tue, Nov 8, 2016 at 12:23 PM, Rob Atkinson <[email protected]> wrote:
> I have no idea what a "FCP" is, but it doesn't matter. > > 1. An inverted L is an _unbalanced_ antenna. Therefore you don't need a > balun. > An FCP is a Folded Counterpoise. Basically, it's an elevated radial for 160m ops without room for a proper radial system. http://lists.contesting.com/_topband/2012-07/msg00413.html And we can use FAR fewer radials if we elevate them. lists.contesting.com/_topband/2007-11/msg00248.html And elevated radials require a good common-mode choke. This page links to what I used, though K9YC's design called for another core and another turn or two. www.w0btu.com/160_meters.html#inv-l_antenna 73, Mike www.w0btu.com _________________ Topband Reflector Archives - http://www.contesting.com/_topband
