Antenna Parts
Kev-Flex is a unique antenna wire manufactured exclusively for NM0S Electronics. The lightweight center core of the wire is made from Kevlar fiber, giving the wire its incredible strength. The Kevlar core is wrapped with six tinned strands of 30 AWG copper. The effective surface of the wire creates an effective skin area capable of handling well over 100W.
To make the core weatherproof it is coated with a UV-resistant black polyethylene sleeve. With a total diameter of only 1/16" (incl. insulation) and a weight of just 16 feet per ounce, the tensile strength 130 lbs allows lengthy unsupported horizontal runs. Kev-Flex is ideal for extremely long LW-antennas and Beverages and is great for balloon or kite-supported antennas. Its low weight and high break-load makes it most suitable for SOTA activations and other field operations.
The outer insulation makes the wire kink-resistant, and its slippery finish makes it ideal for stealth antennas that must be passed through trees or other obstacles without snagging.
This antenna wire is sold in 75 foot long bundles, which is enough for a 40M dipole or EFHW. Two 75 foot bundles would make a great 80M dipole. Custom lengths are available on request.
Specification
Kevlar fiber core wrapped with six 30 AWG copper strands
Weather-proof black polyethylene (PE) insulation, 1/16" O.D.
Weight: 16 feet per ounce
Breaking-load: 130 lbs
Velocity factor 0.97