which antenna is more efficient?
Aug 19th 2022, 09:00 | |
KF4GGKJoined: Apr 4th 1998, 00:00Total Topics: 0 Total Posts: 0 |
Which antenna is more efficient? A vertical of a 1/2 wave-length that resonates at the transmitted 40m frequency, or A vertical of 32feet with a tuner at its base adjusted for VSWR of 1,1 at the same 40m frequency? All other parameters are the same for both. Ignore any loss in the tuner. |
Aug 19th 2022, 11:36 | |
AI4BJJoined: Sep 2nd 2003, 12:14Total Topics: 0 Total Posts: 0 |
If we ignore tuner (and feedline) loss, then both systems are 100% efficient. They will have different radiation patterns, of course. Perhaps I misunderstood your question? Mark AI4BJ |