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Offline JimIO

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Simple antanna question
« on: July 03, 2019, 1752 UTC »
What's the best way to attach stranded insulated wire to a dog bone insulator?
« Last Edit: July 03, 2019, 1754 UTC by JimIO »

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Re: Simple antanna question
« Reply #1 on: July 03, 2019, 1828 UTC »
clinch knot

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Re: Simple antanna question
« Reply #2 on: July 04, 2019, 0219 UTC »
I would use small bass or copper split bolts.

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Re: Simple antanna question
« Reply #3 on: July 07, 2019, 1731 UTC »
I think I'll go with the clinch knot. Thanks radiogaga.

 

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