As we continue our EZNEC simulation research for the 43 foot and BigIR antennas we finally are looking into the 80 meter band.
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BigIR vs. 43 Foot Vertical Antenna @ 40 meters EZNEC Shootout
Continuing our NEC Shootout between the 43 foot vertical available from DX Engineering or Zero Five and the adjustable height BigIR antenna available from SteppIR antennas we now analyze them in the 40 meter band.
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BigIR vs. 43 Foot Vertical Antenna @ 20 meters EZNEC Shootout
Continuing our NEC Shootout between the 43 foot vertical available from DX Engineering or Zero Five and the adjustable height BigIR antenna available from SteppIR antennas we now analyze them in the 20 meter band.
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BigIR vs. 43 Foot Vertical Antenna @ 15 meters EZNEC Shootout
Continuing our NEC Shootout between the 43 foot vertical available from DX Engineering or Zero Five and the adjustable height BigIR antenna available from SteppIR antennas we now analyze them in the 15 meter band.
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1/4 Wave Monopole vs. 1/2 Wave J-Pole EZNEC Shootout
Myths abound concerning how J-Poles do so well. Here is an EZNEC shootout between a 2 meter J-Pole and a Monopole with radials.
The 43 foot vertical – The answer to everything?
The 43 foot vertical antenna is a popular height being promoted by several antenna manufacturers for 160 to 10 meters. Let’s see why and examine some advantages and pitfalls.