Title The Care and Feeding of Transmission Lines
Long Title The Care and Feeding of Transmission Lines
ISBN 0872594785
ISBN13 9780872594784
Dewey Decimal
Binding Paperback
Publisher ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio®
Language English
Date Published 10/5/2012
Edition
Pages 112
Synopsis Eliminate Line Loss!
Transmission lines are an integral part of the art of radio. Designed to carry RF power over short to medium distances with minimal loss, properly selected and installed lines can be as important as radio equipment and antennas for a station’s success.
The Care and Feeding of Transmission Lines is a radio amateur’s guide to understanding transmission lines. It includes an introduction to the various types of transmission lines, key parameters of coaxial cable and balanced line types, as well as the different types of connectors. With this book, you’ll learn how to select the most appropriate transmission line for an application, how to install the line as well as maintenance techniques to help extend useful line life.
Includes:
What is a Transmission Line and Why Do We Need One?
What are the Types of Transmission Lines and Why So Many?
Let’s Examine Coaxial Transmission Line
Other Types of Unbalanced Line
Let’s Examine Balanced Transmission Line
Transmission Line Interconnections
Determining Which Line is Best Suited for a Particular Application
Application and Installation Notes
Transmission Line Care and Maintenance
Authors ARRL Inc.
Subjects Crafts
Hobbies & Home
Crafts & Hobbies
Radio Operation
Engineering & Transportation
Engineering
Telecommunications & Sensors
Reference
Collection Amateur Radio
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