[Elecraft] Wire size for the ground on the KX2

[Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft]

Its a counterpoise, typically for pedestrian mobile.  (Mini-banana plug easily 
pulls out if someone steps on a trailing wire..)
Eric
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On 6/15/2017 9:06 PM, Jim Brown wrote:
> On Thu,6/15/2017 1:27 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.
>
> What is the purpose of this "ground connection?" The only reason for a 
> connection to mother earth is for lightning protection. For that, you want big 
> wire.
>
> Or is this a counterpoise, to make the antenna work better? Such a wire should 
> NOT be connected to mother earth, and a few feet above the earth is a good 
> thing. And it can be small diameter -- #18-#22 are commonly used for backpacking.
>
> 73, Jim K9YC
>
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