Re: [amsat-bb] RE: JavaScript Axial-Mode Helix Calculator

[Richard@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx (Richard W L Limebear)]

 "Frederick M. Spinner" writes:

> "..The diameter of the conductor used for the helix has very little effect 
> on helix characteristics when the helix is operating in the axial mode..."  
> For reasonable diameters, it doesn't matter.

Tip (from a very old NASA tech-note): use some old coaxial cable for the 
spiral, suggest one quarter to one half inch diameter. Strap inner and outer 
together. Works well.

73
Richard W L Limebear G3RWL
g3rwl@amsat.org
FOC # 1188

          So many beautiful girls ..... (sob) so little time
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