Antenna/ATU distancing

[Phil23]

Further to my previous ssb installation post what is the maximum distance an ATU/Antenna Coupler can be from the antenna connection.

 

[diver dave]

The GTO or whatever unshielded wire is used will radiate, as it is part of the antenna. So, the issue becomes what might be affected by this length antenna inside the boat. There is little doubt that the ATU will tune it.

 

[fgarriso]

Most ATUs are waterproof and can be mounted close to the antenna.

Thy to keep the GTO line short as possible.