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Create a Log Periodic Antenna CLP5130-2.

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  How would you like to make a new 2m to 23cm antenna that exhibits modest gain, has a broad bandwidth, and shows a very low SWR? If that's the case, then using a Log Periodic Antenna used by David (K9AT) may be for you (CLP5130-2). Since design parameters are fairly critical, "slow and steady" assembly techniques are necessary. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaYV-nsTdV0. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM). Here are some comments from David (K9AT): For years as a ham operator I never paid much attention to Log Periodic Antennas and always went after the Yagi. It wasn't until I took the time to understand the merits of the LPA that they became very attractive to me. Think of it, one beam that covers 5 ham bands with one coax. The only drawback is gain but it's still respectable for it's size. Listen as I guide you through my discovery of what