tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12559579.post8125348320058018360..comments2024-03-28T05:17:55.293-04:00Comments on W2LJ QRP - When you care to send the very least!: The Spirit of QRPQRP - When you care to send the very least!http://www.blogger.com/profile/08707602309223956112noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12559579.post-71616050723768131552017-07-16T10:25:47.302-04:002017-07-16T10:25:47.302-04:00Larry I read a lot of law and The US Code of Feder...Larry I read a lot of law and The US Code of Federal Regulations, Title 47, Chapter I, Subchapter D, Part 97, Subpart D, Section 97.313 Transmitter Power Standards (a) clearly states:<br /><br />"An amateur station must use the minimum transmitter power necessary to carry out the desired communications."<br /><br />Given that the FCC is more concerned with power output than antenna type, and given that a more efficient antenna will facilitate your ability to "carry out the desired communications" it seems like you almost have to put up a full wave loop AND a Hexbeam in order to be in compliance. At least that's how I'd introduce the topic to my XYL. : )<br /><br />73,<br /><br />Tim<br />KA9EAK<br /><br />KA9EAKhttps://outbackofbeyond.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.com