Home Brew Dual Band 2m/70cm PA0FBK Antenna.


 How would you like to build dual band (2m/70cm) antenna with a cost of $20 and about an hour of your time?  You can if you follow Paul's (W2PAK) step-by-step process in this excellent video.

Paul says the measurements are accurate, save for the notations on his paper planning sheet--"Please note the measurements in the drawing are off by a factor of 10."  Otherwise, the presentation is clear, concise, and fun to watch.

Paul's antenna is a variation of a design published by PA0FBK.

The antenna is simple, effective, and portable.

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aecI2JTOrrQ.

Thanks for joining us today.

Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).

Here are some comments from Paul (W2PAK):

Looking for a simple and affordable way to boost your 2m and 70cm ham radio coverage? Check out this DIY tutorial on how to build the PA0FBK dual-band antenna! This versatile antenna is perfect for both portable and fixed use. Key Features: Fast and Easy Build: Assembled in under an hour. Budget-Friendly: Costs less than $20 to make. Dual-Band Operation: Covers 2m and 70cm frequencies. Portable Design: Ideal for mobile and outdoor use. In this video, I'll walk you through the entire process, from gathering the necessary components to testing the finished antenna. Don't miss out on this simple yet effective DIY project that will enhance your radio communications! Please note that the measurements in the drawing in my video are off by a factor of 10. Here is the link to the plans and simulation: https://secradio.org.za/zs6src/secfil... #DIY #HamRadio #PA0FBK #dualband #Antenna #2m #70cm #Portable #BudgetFriendly

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Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).

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