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by Brian - K3ES
Tue May 31, 2022 11:40 pm
Forum: Questions & Advice
Topic: Just got an SW-3B. Any advice ?
Replies: 10
Views: 3759

Re: Just got an SW-3B. Any advice ?

Hi Bob, I have no experience with the SW-3B, but can offer some thoughts on your other questions... Easiest first. Bioenno sells LiFePO4 chemistry batteries. They are more expensive than some similar chemistry batteries, but I appreciate the consistency and support that comes from a brand name. LiFe...
by Brian - K3ES
Sun May 29, 2022 8:41 pm
Forum: Questions & Advice
Topic: Frequency Agile Antennas
Replies: 13
Views: 4870

Frequency Agile Antennas

I use wire antennas for my portable activations. Over time I moved from dipole to 49:1 EFHW and 9:1 random wire, because of ease in changing bands. I'm still experimenting, and would be interested to hear about others' experiences and preferences. How important are quick band changes to your field o...
by Brian - K3ES
Fri May 27, 2022 6:47 pm
Forum: Questions & Advice
Topic: Antenna Supports
Replies: 11
Views: 4038

Re: Antenna Supports

I have used wire antennas for all of my field activations to date, including purchased and homebrew dipole, 49:1 EFHW, and 9:1 "random wire" varieties. Living in the wilds of Penn's woods, I almost always have a tree available, so a throw-line is my preferred support system (almost always ...