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Need conductive thread for antenna

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bigdeer

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Mar 16, 2010
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I am looking for conductive thread to use as an antenna on a rf transmitter in the 150 mHz range. Needs to be strong.
 
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Did you find anything on Google for "conductive thread"?

 
I have checked google and did find some thread. I am hoping there may be a very strong thread of some kind with very low resistance, such as carbon fiber or other high tech material.
 
You're right about the resistance. The first 'Shopping' hit on Google mentioned 82 ohms per foot. That's a bit high for your required length.

There's always wire. The sort of wire used for 'wire wrap' is very thin, flexible and surprisingly strong.

 
Do you have a proven design that works, and now you just need to conceal it using thread inside a material? Like in a bodyworn antenna or a tent antenna?

Wire is strong, looks like thread.

Provide more detail.

thanks,
 
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