160 metres AM: receiving comparison between loop and tee vertical antennas

3,530 views · Published 27 February 2010 · 1:54 · Indexed 12 October 2026

Channel: Amateur Radio VK3YE · 2010 · Science & Technology

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Is it worth making a loop antenna to receive 160 metres if you already have a transmitting antenna? 

A  comparison between a Tee vertical antenna and a compact loop was made on two weak amateur AM signals.  One antenna consistently exhibited a better signal to noise ratio, even on a consumer-grade receiver.   

Find out which one won by watching this video and whether it's worth building a loop.

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