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Philco 38-35 Antenna Length?
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03-23-2020, 10:45 AM
I am using number 18 wire. Would 25 feet be enough for reception?
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Oscar
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03-23-2020, 11:58 AM
Hi, I looked at the schematic for a 37-93, which has a very similar circuit, and it shows a consumption of 50 watts, less than half an amp of current.

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04-12-2020, 09:34 PM
Oscar,
Should be enough. How far are you from the AM stations?
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