Base Texas Tornado High gain wire Antenna

[The DB]

Interesting how long the wires are. I guess it's the angle of the V that makes this work without cancelation from having the radiator too long? I might have to play around with this.

The type of antenna is called a "traveling wave" antenna. This should give a hint as to how the antenna works...

If you go forward in this project, maybe you can get Steve to give you a clue to his wide band balun idea.

There is nothing special here. The balun mentioned in the article is limited to a narrow bandwidth based on how long the 1/4 wavelength coax used was. The further in frequency you get from that 1/4 wavelength length the further away from 4:1 you will be, hence narrow banded. However, baluns made from ferrites can cover the entire HF spectrum and more, hence a much wider bandwidth.


The DB

 

[xm49north7]

well if anybody has an idea on what is needed for a balun I am all ears. I have not made one before, but am a master electrician by trade , and understand the concept and no problem getting one built for sure.