I will be taking the ham technical test next week and am trying to plan on my first antenna, which will be in the attic for 2m/70cm. Looking at the diamond x200a or x300a
My question is should I be concerned if the antenna radials are actually below the air conditioning ducts in the vicinity or should they be above the ducts or does it really not make a difference so long as nothing touches any part of the antenna.
My attic can fit the x300a (10 footer) but the radials will be very close to the blown in insulation and below the ducts. Or I can go with the X200a (8.5 footer) and mount the whole antenna above the ducting.
I have so many questions and my local club is not being much help.
I appreciate any help.
73
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My question is should I be concerned if the antenna radials are actually below the air conditioning ducts in the vicinity or should they be above the ducts or does it really not make a difference so long as nothing touches any part of the antenna.
My attic can fit the x300a (10 footer) but the radials will be very close to the blown in insulation and below the ducts. Or I can go with the X200a (8.5 footer) and mount the whole antenna above the ducting.
I have so many questions and my local club is not being much help.
I appreciate any help.
73
Pete, no call sign yet…