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==== Delta Loop Antenna ==== | ==== Delta Loop Antenna ==== | ||
[[File:Delta-antenna-triband.jpg|thumb|320x320px|Example of a multi-band delta loop antenna design, here for the 80m, 40m and 30m bands. This file shared courtesy of Iulian Rosu (YVA3IUL), and as per the attribution in the image]] | |||
The next step up in sophistication and technical challenge from a single straight wire antenna is a ''delta loop antenna''. It offers improved reception due to having far higher likelihood of matching broadcast polarity. It is quite easy to make, and can be suspended vertically from any high point, for instance affixed to the the peak of a roof, balcony or window and run down the front of the building. | The next step up in sophistication and technical challenge from a single straight wire antenna is a ''delta loop antenna''. It offers improved reception due to having far higher likelihood of matching broadcast polarity. It is quite easy to make, and can be suspended vertically from any high point, for instance affixed to the the peak of a roof, balcony or window and run down the front of the building. | ||
The sides of a delta loop antenna are equal and typically correspond to a 1/2 or 1/4 wavelength. Many designs are multi-band. | The sides of a delta loop antenna are equal and typically correspond to a 1/2 or 1/4 wavelength. Many designs are multi-band. | ||