Thanks! I can't say because I didn't really check the antenna for gain between the fully extended loop and the loop as I assembled it in the doubled over configuration. I can say though that checking the receiving quality and signal strength between the other two HF wire antennas I have ... a doublet cut for 10-40 meters and a horizontal loop also cut for 10-40 meters ... that the overall signal strength of the W6LVP magnetic loop is significantly better. So, just as a guess, I'd say that the gain of the magnetic loop in the smaller configuration is at least as good as in the full configuration. I hope this helps and 73, Bob W9GRH
Great video. Do you think by making the loop smaller, it gives it more gain?
Thanks! I can't say because I didn't really check the antenna for gain between the fully extended loop and the loop as I assembled it in the doubled over configuration. I can say though that checking the receiving quality and signal strength between the other two HF wire antennas I have ... a doublet cut for 10-40 meters and a horizontal loop also cut for 10-40 meters ... that the overall signal strength of the W6LVP magnetic loop is significantly better. So, just as a guess, I'd say that the gain of the magnetic loop in the smaller configuration is at least as good as in the full configuration. I hope this helps and 73, Bob W9GRH
@ I think I am going to order one tomorrow. Thanks for your help and great videos!!
@@MrSportsphoto Great! Please let me know how it works out for you! All the best, Bobby W9GRH