Autofils,

If I understand correctly, the active element design and sizing will remain exactly the same for the SBGH GPLv3 model ? If so, I can begin construction on it.

Autofils,

If I understand correctly, the active element design and sizing will remain exactly the same for the SBGH GPLv3 model ? If so, I can begin construction on it.

Its very early in the optimization phase, but the indications are that the active array design will be a bit larger than the GPLv3 design, and the element diameter for the array should be in the 5/16" to 7/16" range, instead of #9 Alu-wire. So if you plan to use Alu-rods, you should await the optimization results.

Sorry I can't be more specific at this time, but my available free time for this project is limited, more so now, with some current family matters.

and the element diameter for the array should be in the 5/16" to 7/16" range, instead of #9 Alu-wire.

Heh, heh. Thats was exactly what I was planning on using. I stumbled on a 12 foot roll of 1/4 inch ID (3/8 OD or 9 mm OD) copper tubing in the garage today that I forgot I had lying about. :p

OK, Ill wait for a while, no prob.

Heh, heh. Thats was exactly what I was planning on using. I stumbled on a 12 foot roll of 1/4 inch ID (3/8 OD or 9 mm OD) copper tubing in the garage today that I forgot I had lying about. :p

OK, Ill wait for a while, no prob.
Yeah, I'm planning to use that stuff here, too. $15 for so for a 25' roll at Home Depot.

Cheers

Thats a bargain. I just looked at my local Lowes and its $45.17 for a 20 foot roll. :eek: