Optimum length for my scanner antenna ? - scanner antenna
I bought a telescopic antenna for my scanner. I am interested in listening to the FM frequency of 130 MHz. I may take up to six antennas, but the frequency, what is the optimal duration of the expansion?
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Scanner Antenna Optimum Length For My Scanner Antenna ?
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Optimal quarter wave whip antenna.
ReplyDeleteWavelength (m) = 3 x 10 ^ 8 divided by frequency (Hz)
or 3 x 10 ^ 8 div from 130 x 10 ^ 6 = 2.3 m
A quarter-wavelength of 130MHz is 0577 meters.