GringoFusilero
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- May 20, 2015
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Hey everyone, first timer here.
I had a question about a "tiger tail" counterpoise. I recently bought a telescoping 5/8 wave 2m antenna from Smiley Antenna (Super Stick II 2 meter | Smiley Antenna) and I'm trying to get the absolute best performance out of it that I can. I was told I could create a simple counterpoise by attaching a wire to the base of the antenna, and that that could improve the performance. The antenna is 48" tall when it's extended, so I'm assuming I would need a counterpoise of the same length? I'm not sure what gauge wire to use, either... Any input would be much appreciated.
Thanks!
Patrick
KE7VGW
I had a question about a "tiger tail" counterpoise. I recently bought a telescoping 5/8 wave 2m antenna from Smiley Antenna (Super Stick II 2 meter | Smiley Antenna) and I'm trying to get the absolute best performance out of it that I can. I was told I could create a simple counterpoise by attaching a wire to the base of the antenna, and that that could improve the performance. The antenna is 48" tall when it's extended, so I'm assuming I would need a counterpoise of the same length? I'm not sure what gauge wire to use, either... Any input would be much appreciated.
Thanks!
Patrick
KE7VGW