[Elecraft] Alpha Antenna/KX3.

[David Thompson]

Hi Rich and the reflector…

I use a Wolf River Coils mini with the large whip (210in I think) for portable ops. It came with three radials. 

After reading Rudy Severns’ articles, I built a set of 16+- ft radials (total of 18 - 3ea of 6 into 1) for the unit. I have only anecdotal evidence, but I think the more robust radial field improves the antenna system. They take only a few minutes to deploy and coil easily for storage in the travel bag I use.

It’s a good recommendation, Rich!

David Thompson, AG7TX
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> On Jun 4, 2019, at 17:06, rich hurd WC3T <rich at wc3t.us> wrote:
> 
> I’ve gotten good success with a Superantenna, a Buddistick, and an EFHW and
> my KX3.   The verticals definitely need robust counterpoises.
> 
> On Tue, Jun 4, 2019 at 18:50 Ian Kahn, NV4C <nv4c.ian at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
>> Gene,
>> 
>> I've had a lot of fun on vacations with my KX2 and a BuddiStick by
>> BuddiPole:
>> 
>> http://www.buddipole.com/
>> 
>> The price, for the Deluxe kit, is probably comparable to what you'd pay
>> for an AlexLoop. I just clamp mine to the arm of the chair, the table,
>> whatever, with the included clamp, string out the included radial, and
>> have fun. It tunes great with the combination of tapped loading coil and
>> the built-in tuner on my KX2. I also have the tripod BuddiPole sells,
>> but don't like it as much as the clamp. It's a very small tripod, and
>> the way the antenna and mount plate are designed, it is very easy to get
>> heavy to one side and tip the antenna over.
>> 
>> Hope this helps.
>> 
>> 73 de,
>> 
>> Ian, NV4C
>> 
>> On 6/4/19 11:07 AM, Gene Moore via Elecraft wrote:
>>> I have just submitted my order for my KX3. As part of the next step, I
>> am continuing my search for an antenna. At this point, I am leaning towards
>> an Alpha Antenna mag loop. Like some, I have HOA restrictions in my first
>> and second home and this somewhat limits me as to what I can put up. I have
>> space on my back deck as well as a terrace in my condo.
>>> 
>>> Can anyone provide feedback regarding an Alpha Antenna or possibly have
>> any additional suggestions that might be helpful.
>>> 
>>> Thanks
>>> 
>>> Gene Moore, NC1L
>>> 
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