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Re: Using PVC as a Frame for My 10M Full Wave Loop Antenna
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R Bernstein <[log in to unmask]>
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Sat, 7 Nov 2015 17:14:52 +0000
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Use uv-resistant PVC.  Reinforce it inside with wooden dowels or possibly 3/4 inch PVC.

73, Rick W3GWU
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From: For blind ham radio operators [[log in to unmask]] on behalf of Richard B. McDonald [[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Saturday, November 7, 2015 9:11 AM
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Subject: Using PVC as a Frame for My 10M Full Wave Loop Antenna

Hi!



So, I am planning to make my RX only 10M (28.4 MHZ) full wave loop antenna
into an octagon shape.  My wire is insulated 14 gauge stranded copper wire.
I intend to use ~1.0" diameter PVC pipe for a frame.  About PVC pipe, does
it matter if I 1) put the wire inside the pipe or 2) tape it to the outside
of the pipe?  I prefer putting the wire inside the pipe.  However, are there
any RF interference issues with PVC?  Also, I wonder how PVC will hold-up to
the elements - particularly UV light (sunlight)?



73,

Richard KK6MRH

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