Advice on DX Commander Installation

KA5UTN

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Hello,
I intended to install a DX Commander between two out buildings on my property. One of those buildings is a 12x20 foot shed I built with a gambrel (barn-type) roof covered with a metal roof. I did it to get more loft space, but I'm concerned now about the metal roof interfering with the antenna. What is the recommended minimum distance the DX Commander should be from the shed?

If it matters, I only intend to string up antenna wire for 40M, 20M, 12M and 10M. Please advise.

73s

KA5UTN
 

N5TWB

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When I bought my Hustler BTV-5 vertical from DX Engineering, their online documentation for the installation recommended a 50’ minimum from a structure. You might check their website for similar instructions for your antenna.
 

KA5UTN

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Thank you N5TWB. After more research, I'm seriously considering the Greyline Performance 24' Flagpole OCF antenna. Without ground radials (which are not called for being a vertical OCF) the distance from power lines or metal structures doesn't seem to be as critical and the radiation angle is less.

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K6GBW

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Just a bit of advice. Google Greyline Performance Antennas complaints before you order. They kind of lead the league in customer unsatisfaction.
 

K6GBW

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The Company has has a lot of complaints about not shipping products, not answering the phone or emails and general poor performance. Just suggesting you do a bit of background on the company before you spend any money. Always pays to be careful.
 

alcahuete

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The flagpole antennas just don't work that well normally. My buddy has a DX Commander and the thing performs incredibly well. How far are you planning on putting it from the shed? You obviously want it as far away from buildings as you can.
 
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