I’m considering a Garmin GTX45R transponder…..if they are available soon . It’s a ADSB in / out . Looking at Antenna options . Will a basic TED Antenna or a Delta Pop be compatible ? Also trying to find out the Maximum RG400 cable length to the Antenna .
A basic TED Antenna will work just fine. A Delta Pop will work "better" but unless you are in a laboratory with specialized test equipment you won't notice any difference. Regarding the RG400, our airplanes are not big enough for cable length to be an issue. Especially your RV8. Just keep it reasonably short.
I use the DeltaPop transponder antenna with my 45R, works great! The TED antenna should work as well, but I'm sure I go at least 10 knots faster with the streamlined DeltaPop antenna! Plus, Don Pansier puts a lot of work into his antennas and I'm happy to pay for quality products from a fellow RV builder.Will a basic TED Antenna or a Delta Pop be compatible ? Also trying to find out the Maximum RG400 cable length to the Antenna.
I’m considering a Garmin GTX45R transponder…..if they are available soon . It’s a ADSB in / out . Looking at Antenna options . Will a basic TED Antenna or a Delta Pop be compatible ? Also trying to find out the Maximum RG400 cable length to the Antenna .
Man, next time you heading this way give me a buzz. I was supposed to be at Flagler yesterday but got rained out REAL bad.Hope all is well Galin . Tried St Aug 2 weeks ago …. Tower Issues VFR/ IFR .
Regarding Cable length…. My 8 has all of a 40” run ….this is a new build . I’m probably 12 foot but would like to go 15 foot …… thoughts ?
Cool. I will call you next time I am near KFIN and maybe we can meet up so I can see what you are building now.I appreciate all the help. Based on the answers I’ve moved the antenna location… now I’m at the minimum length of RG400.
Thanks