[Antennas] Which is better for antenna components- brass or copper??

[Robert Lay]

Dear Kenny,

> I came across some plans recently for a home brew antenna, and it called
for some of the components to be made of brass. Is brass better for antenna
construction?
>

That depends!
Sorry, couldn't resist.

Seriously, it depends on what portions of the system are calling for brass.
If you're talking about threaded fasteners, then Amen, yes, that's better.
(Better than what?, you say). Well, better than almost anything - certainly
better than stainless, if it's carrying RF.

If you're talking about anything other than threaded fasteners, then I don't
see how it could be better than copper, which should be much cheaper and
more than adequate - yes?

Bob Lay (W9DMK), Dahlgren, VA
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