[Antennas] CUSHCRAFT ANTENNAS

Fri, 08 Mar 2002 10:26:11 -0500

Why does a half wave antenna become less efficient by turning it on end
(vertical ve horizontal half wave)
-bob

GoJolly wrote:

> I have been casually reading all the posts about the Cushcraft Verticals
> with amusement.
> 
> First thing is a "half wave vertical" with no radials is about the same as
> putting a 100W lightbulb on the end of you coax and putting it on a fence
> post.  The laws of physics are not subject to interpretation.  The
> efficiency is about 15%.  So, if you are satisfied with 15W out, then of
> course the verticals work great.  Lot of money to pay for that.  ANY kind
> of wire antenna would be better with a little tweaking.  And with the poor
> customer support that is reported...
> 
> Seems like it's time to re-think using these products :-)
> 
> My 2 cents worth.
> 
> Bill K6ERQ 
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