[Elecraft] Wire size for the ground on the KX2

[Michael Walker]

If this is for an RF ground, you'll need bigger than 22G for it to be
effective.

Braid would be preferred.

Mike va3mw


On Thu, Jun 15, 2017 at 5:25 PM, Don Wilhelm <donwilh at embarqmail.com> wrote:

> Mike,
>
> I would use #22 teflon insulated wire.  Teflon because it is 'slippery'
> and that can help with wire tangles.  Thinner wire may be lighter weight if
> you are weighing fractions of ounces, but it is quite durable. Anything
> thinner becomes more fragile.  IMHO that is a reasonable compromise.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> On 6/15/2017 4:27 PM, Mike Morrell wrote:
>
>> Given the small size of the mini banana plug for KX2 ground connection ,
>> what size wire are folks using ; assuming ease of transport , etc.
>>
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