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=sr4QQ2LwTVM This is post 2707 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. Thanks to KM4ACK for this new HOA-friendly HF Antenna.  This new product seems ideal for portable or field operations as well. KM4ACK says the antenna has a very low swr and is easy to assemble and use in the field. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).  

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2X6bSIECESk This is post 2706 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. Thanks to "TheSmokinApe" for this excellent discussion of the different variables found with vertical antennas.  A good introduction to vertical antenna theory and practice. Here are some general comments from "TheSmokinApe": In this video, we discuss vertical antennas, ground planes, and radials for ham radio. We also use a tool called MMANA-GAL to do some antenna modeling. Please consider supporting TheSmokinApe Channel on Patreon Here: https://www.patreon.com/TheSmokinApe Links to products in the video: https://www.amazon.com/shop/TheSmokinApe As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Check out my Antenna Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list ... If you liked this video you can see more like it here: http://www.youtube.com/The

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKV_yZOBJ0Q This is post 2705 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. If you need a light-weight, easily-assembled HF antenna for your next portable operation, please consider the Mini Windom Antenna from N9SAB. Tracy of "Outdoors On The Air" does an excellent job of describing this versatile antenna.  Why not get one for your emergency "go-kit"? Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).  

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0Ymcs2D7ks This is post 2704 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. Thanks to Michael Martens (KB9VBR) for this nicely-done Off-Center-Fed (OCF) dipole antenna.  Because of its offset feed, the OCF provides a great match for several amateur radio frequencies, allowing for multiband HF operation Here are some comments from Michael: I build an 80 meter off center fed dipole antenna for this year's ARRL Field Day Event. MFJ 913 4:1 balun: https://amzn.to/3hplfbn Isotip butane soldering iron: https://amzn.to/3e1QWFJ Rigexpert AA-600 antenna analyzer: https://amzn.to/3e2RoUa Weaver Leather Throw Weight: https://amzn.to/2CigRek Support Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kO6LH7 Read my blog: http://www.jpole-antenna.com Colophon: Camera https://amzn.to/2GV2Og1 Lens https://amzn.to/2GWC5zU Wireless Microphone: https://

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a0hCtmbD5as This is post 2703 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. If you need a simple, multiband HF antenna, why not try this random length end fed wire project from "SurvivalComms?" The antenna can be used with an antenna "tuner" to get multiband performance at minimum cost. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).  

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cv_RnLpZ9gw This is post 2702 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. If you need a compact, easily-made HF antenna for your apartment or deed-restricted property, then this magnetic loop antenna from Australian radio amateur Peter Parker (VK3YE) should interest you. Here are some general comments from Peter: A description and demonstration of an ultra-simple but 100 watt capability 7 MHz magnetic transmitting loop for units and apartments. There are no hard to get parts or complex workshop skills required to build. Instead of the expensive vacuum variable capacitor, the loop is brought to resonance with a length of RG213 coax (approx 1.85 metres for a 3m circumference loop for 7 MHz). The sliding capacitor's dimensions are not critical but are approximately 6 x 8 cm. As demonstrated performance is excellent and would be significantly better

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWt6eaxSK04 This is post 2701 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. Thanks to Ray Anderson and Don Nichols (KV4PH) for this fascinating 10 meter J-Pole Antenna project.  This antenna is omnidirectional and has a "small footprint"--ideal for limited or restricted spaces. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).