JerryX
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I want to put up a magnetic loop antenna for the upcoming DX season and am trying to decide on a rigid loop antenna like the Wellbrook ALA1530LN or a Bonito MegaLoop FX with a flexible stainless steel wire. This antenna will be mounted on a 2m pole with a rotator.
Part of my concern with the Wellbrook is shipping it all the way from the UK to California in one piece. My local UPS/FedEx gorillas seem to have a way of mutilating things they deliver, especially when it's of an unusual size or shape.
If I do go with the MegaLoop FX, I'd probably use PVC pipe to hold the steel cable in a diamond shape. I notice that they offer the wire for the loop in 5m and 10m lengths, which would be a bonus if I decided to go with a larger loop.
My interests are primarily in the LF/MW bands, so efficiency here is more important than size or convenience considerations. Anyone have any experience in this area? Looking for any and all advice...
Part of my concern with the Wellbrook is shipping it all the way from the UK to California in one piece. My local UPS/FedEx gorillas seem to have a way of mutilating things they deliver, especially when it's of an unusual size or shape.
If I do go with the MegaLoop FX, I'd probably use PVC pipe to hold the steel cable in a diamond shape. I notice that they offer the wire for the loop in 5m and 10m lengths, which would be a bonus if I decided to go with a larger loop.
My interests are primarily in the LF/MW bands, so efficiency here is more important than size or convenience considerations. Anyone have any experience in this area? Looking for any and all advice...