Double Shielded Coax

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  1. Aug 15, 2020 #1
    jdchet

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    Would it be beneficial to run double shielded coax in a big truck? Maybe help with certain rf interference?

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  3. Aug 15, 2020 #2
    Night Stalker10

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    Since we're talking hf, I wouldn't think you would notice too much difference over using a good quality 97% shielded coax. I could be wrong. The cons with double shielded coax is that it would be stiffer material and harder to work with in a mobile installation. Good question.
     
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  4. Aug 16, 2020 #3
    Ridgeline

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    No unless after creating a good rf ground there are still issues.
     
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  5. Aug 16, 2020 #4
    jdchet

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    Would I be correct in assuming that an antenna analyzer (and the right person using it) would be needed?
    I think I have a good ground as far as using a multi meter, but I just got back into the hobby, after a 11 year hiatus, and I seem to be a bit rusty!

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  7. Aug 17, 2020 #5
    russbrill

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    NOPE :(
     
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  8. Aug 31, 2020 #6
    rabbiporkchop

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    LMR400UF has more ground shield than rg8x mini or RG58. Better ground is always a good thing.
     
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  9. Sep 21, 2020 #7
    jessejamesdallas

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    I've used both...and could never tell the difference one way or another.
     
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