Simple Ham Radio Antennas

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVPk_tfzNs8 .  This is post 2231 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. Here's another fascinating antenna experiment from Kevin Loughin (KB9RLW).  In this video, we see Kevin's idea for a very broad range antenna--one covering 630 meters to 10 meters.  If you're stuck at home because of the coronavirus lock down, why not try a few antenna experiments?  Kevin's project looks interesting. Here are few of Kevin's comments: "The next antenna experiment has begun. I hope this one works out, it will be quite an interesting beast if so. If you like my videos, please subscribe here: http://www.youtube.com/user/loughkb?s... If you want me to keep making more videos like this, consider becoming my patron at Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/kb9rlw/ Discuss this and other videos on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kb9

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3uZWJdvZ8I .  This is post 2230 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antenna. Here's another antenna experiment from Australian radio amateur Peter Parker (VK3YE). Material requirements for the antenna are minimal and cost is fairly low.  Peter explains: "Got 18 metres of wire, a couple of poles and not much space? If so this vertically polarised delta loop might work for you. It operates from 10 to 24 MHz and can give DX contacts. But is it directive? Watch the video and find out. PS: Like these videos? Wish to support this channel? If so please store this link to Amazon Shopping as a bookmark or favourite. https://www.amazon.com/?&_encoding=UT... Then when you buy something I receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you). Or check my books page to see if any appeal. http://home.alphalink.com.au/~parkerp... " ----- F

If you can't see this video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xq7PU5oLWh8 . This is post 2229 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. Thanks to Andy Wragg for this simple, effective NVIS (near incident skywave) antenna for 40 and 80 meters.  NVIS antennas provide excellent local, state, and regional coverage at a modest cost.  NVIS antennas are great for rag chew nets or for emergency communications in your area. ----- For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.blubrry.com/arrlaudionews/ http://www.hamradioupdate.com. http://www.southgatearc.org. https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://hamradiohawaii.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. https://www.eham.net. https://paper.li/f-1576465810 (breaking Amateur/Ham Radio News). ----- Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9eZa3NIdQM .  This is post 2228 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. Thanks to Josh of "Ham Radio Crash Course" for a most unusual antenna for the 20 meter Amateur Radio band.  Josh Nass uses his own invention to make getting on the air wonderfully simple and efficient--you just blow it up, make a few connections, and you're on the air. Here are some comments from the inventor: "This is an all-in-one unit. No radials needed. Just inflate the antenna, hang or mount it and get on the air. These are only available from the inventor, https://twitter.com/AntennaAir Monthly newsletter, stickers, private content: https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi Links to products in the video: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradioc... As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Current Shack Config: ICOM 7300: https://amz

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gl_aByCV8KQ . This is post 2227 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. Here's a handy and often necessary device to help you control common mode currents and other interference coming from a coaxial feed line. In this video, the "Radio Prepper" takes us step-by-step through the design, building, and testing phases of a simple RF choke.  Here are some of his observations: "For just a few Dollars to boot... An RF choke can save the day for field radio operations where you do not necessarily control all aspects of your antenna system and common-mode currents can wreck havoc on electronics, and even your fingers! Use an FT-114-31 with six turns of RG-174 or RG-316. You can also use eight turns with an FT-140-43. For more power handling you can use an FT-240-31 or FT-240-43 but I do not know the number of turns (RG-402). Do not

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GquJpDTFNjY . This is post 2226 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. Thanks to Peter of "Waters & Stanton" for this excellent introduction to lighweight, inexpensive antennas for portable or emergency use. Here are some of Peter's observations: "HF Mobile whips can make great portable antennas. Maybe you already have some. A couple of single band models may cover your needs. Here we look at how to use them and the way to connect them up." ------ For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.blubrry.com/arrlaudionews/ http://www.hamradioupdate.com. http://www.southgatearc.org. https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://hamradiohawaii.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. https://www.eham.net. h

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3JkOxrT9QY .  This is post 2225 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. Here's a wonderfully simple QRP package suitable for both home and portable use.  Thanks to OM0ET for the creative work on this package, featuring a mini magnetic loop antenna coupled to the popular XIEGU X5105 HF transceiver. Here are some observations from OM0ET: SUBSCRIBED "How i made portable version (pedestrian version) ultra light Magnetic Loop Antenna. Weight only 530 grams. Covers from 40m up to 10m bands. No switch is needed. It's a QRP version for 5 to 10W max. MORE INFO ABOUT THIS MLA ANTENNA: http://www.sk-tech.sk/om0et/index.html JOIN TO OUR NEW FORUM: http://magloop.freeforums.net/ MORE RELATED VIDEOS: https://youtu.be/qIAXcUlxvNY (3th version UltraLight MLA - foldable construction) https://youtu.be/FGWFA12rQ5