[Elecraft] Antennas for K1 Field Use

[Ron D'Eau Claire]

Keep in mind that the *only* advantage of the Buddistick or Pac 12 is
convenience. While convenience can justify their cost, don't be seduced by
the idea that somehow they work better than a simple wire. 

Of course those antennas have loading inductors to make them self-resonant
on the bands they're designed for. That's invaluable for rigs with no built
in matching system (antenna tuner), but not needed for your KX1 with its
built in tuner unless you need to run a significant length of coaxial feed
line to the antenna.

As always with an antenna, the more actual wire in the air the better if
you're limited to something less than 1/2 wavelength.

Ron AC7AC

 
-----Original Message-----
From: elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Frank MacDonell
Sent: Saturday, July 11, 2009 6:50 AM
To: Elecraft
Subject: [Elecraft] Antennas for K1 Field Use

Seems like there are two ways to go. Buddistick vs.
PAC12................or random wire with Elecraft T1. Thanks for all
your help in advance. This reflector is a fantastic resource.

-- 
Frank KD8FIP
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