Most shortwave antennas require only one conductor or wire in the 'elements' of the antenna so when using 'wire' for antennas, you can use the least expensive types. The size of the wire can be an important thing if the antenna is designed to be used outdoors in the weather. Whether it's your shortwave radio or old fashioned TV set, the antenna is the answer. For attaching to that telescopic antenna, use an alligator clip. This type of antennas picks up the stations better those are in the direction of the wire.
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Use materials that match easily. Antennas can be made from many different materials. Remember that you should use metal of similar nature, as dissimilar metals have a tendency to corrode, or to have a non-conductive properties. Metals such as copper, aluminum, tin, and steel all will conduct electricity, but when we are talking about Radio Frequency, or RF currents and voltages, we are talking about 'Skin Effect' electricity. Aluminum antenna wire is hard to work with, has a very easy breaking point, and oft times, stretches out of shape, and cannot be soldered using conventional solder. Aluminum wire is not expensive, but it is the least desirable wire for antenna use. Copper house wire prices have skyrocketed in the recent months. Finding old house wire is the best choice. Diameter of 12 gauge wire is about 1/8th inch thick. Its not hard to work with, and is probably the best antenna metal. Tin wire, used for electric fence purposes make an excellent wire antenna, and it is not to expensive. The only draw back is that you have to purchase it in either 1⁄4 or 1⁄2 mile (0.4 or 0.8 km) rolls. If you plan on building several antennas, you should have no problem with this large roll of wire.