[SixClub] heliax

[kd4e]

Is the source at the price for Heliax and connectors still 
available or was
it one of those one-time-only deals?

> At my station 1.3dB less loss (or 1.3dB more gain, depends on how you look
> at it!) than say good quality RG8 such as 9913F7 or BuryFlex. Prices have
> gone up recently but I just bought several hundred feet for $1.35 foot for
> LDF-4, new connectors were found for $5 each.
> 
> Every little bit of gain helps on 6M, especially when you are after the rare
> stuff. Want to finish up my 6M DXCC soon, need 10 more countries. Also with
> a single short yagi I was able to work 6M EME.
> 
> Another side benefit of Heliax is a better shield.
> 
> So in my opinion, Yes it does make a difference on 6.
> 
> Gary Mitchelson
> N3JPU Davidsonville, MD   FM18
> http://www.mitchelson.org/ 

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