[AReU] Gap Super C

[Raymond LaRue]

Caveat Emptor:.  
The first generation of this antenna was designed for AM broadcast
service 12 or 13 years ago.  It was supposed to be a very small
"miracle" antenna involving revolutionary physics and performance.  
 
It is has been evaluated and written up extensively in the Broadcasting
circles by men with valued and respected experience.  The conclusion
essentially was there was more radiation coming from the feed line than
the antenna.  The many claims for it have not been found to be true.  
 
I have lost much respect for the folks at GAP because they have chosen
to perpetuate this myth into the amateur ranks where few have the tools
to determine the truthfulness of their claims.  Their detailed attempt
to explain the operation of the Super C is full of errors in
understanding antenna physics.  No recognized antenna modeling program
has been able to reveal anything close to the claimed performance
(100%?).
 
ee:  In other words, if it seems to good to be true, then it likely
isn't.
73,
Ray, W4BYG
 
 
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