[BARC-List] Lightbulb antenna?

[G. John Garrett, CAS]

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Light bulbs have historically been a cheap parts source for dummy loads. In RF 
applications at HF they work a lot like they do at 60Hz; more heat than light. 
Your next door neighbor might hear you, but don't expect more than that. Have 
you tried using one as a receive antenna? Perhaps another read of "Antenna 
Fundamentals" is in order...

John

On 26 Dec 2004, at 16:37, Scott Ehrlich wrote:

> What are people's thoughts/experiences about using a 100 watt lightbulb as
> an HF antenna?   I can guess most of the RF would go to the elements to
> light it.   What would be the realistic rf characteristics?   This would
> be for apartment use, and some cost and lack of space effectiveness.
> 
> Thanks.
> 
> Scott
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