If I need a 45 Inch antenna does the diameter of the rod matter?

Nov 25, 2015 1 Replies

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semibogus 10 years ago

Suppose schema says 16 ga copper, I want to use 1/4 Aluminum rod. Will it do the same job?

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Pat 10 years ago

Yes. However, you can't take that to extremes. But for most applications, a small change in diameter won't matter.

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