Simple Ham Radio Antennas

  Radio amateurs specializing in portable operations recognize the need for sturdy, easily-erected masts to support their HT, VHF, and UHF antennas. If you're undecided about which mast you should us for your next "field" operation, then this excellent video from Jason (KM4ACK) is for you. Based on his field experience, Jason (KM4ACK) recommends three popular antenna masts for portable operations.  These mast systems can be used at your home station as well as "in the field." If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PcIEC3j10c Here are some comments from Jason: Take a look at the three masts I use most for portable ham radio. 🔹My Favorite Gear - https://www.amazon.com/shop/km4ack 🔹Links mentioned in the video Sota Beams Mast - https://www.sotabeams.co.uk/carbon-6-... TN07 Green Mast - https://tn07.com/32-portable-antenna-... Fiberglass Big Mast - https://tn07.com/telescopin

Thanks to Carl (M0SZT) for this "improved superantenna coil and MFJ-1979 combination."  According to Carl, this modified antenna performs well and is suitable for both home and field use. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UO4pMOx7-5c Here are some comments from Carl (M0SZT): This is the second video in my attempt to combine the MFJ 1979 long telescopic antenna with the Superantenna coil. The use of the guy system has helped to keep it stable while tuning in was much easier this time due to previous trial and error on coil length and using the analyser much more effectively. I would be very grateful if you could make a small donation to my paypal account, this helps me keep the channel running, many thanks https://www.paypal.me/2e0ezt You can find me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/2e0ezt To subscribe to this YouTube channel you can click this link     / @m0szt   I'm a

  Here's a simple idea that will improve the performance of your HF mobile antenna. Tim (G5TM) shows us how get improved performance with just a few easily available parts. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MdMB1lrfJ3k. Here are  few comments from Tim (G5TM): Want to improve on your mobile HF whip without taking up any horizontal space? Try this for 40/15 metres. Very simple to set up and works well! A big improvement on your 2m/7-8 foot whip for 40 metres. Connect with my channel by subscribing and commenting. ----- Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).

If you live in deed-restricted housing or experience severe weather in your location, this vertical antenna tilt over base from VK4IM will prove must useful. This tilt over base is easily made with a few basic metal working tools and a desire to proceed slowly to get a device that will protect your vertical antenna from both peering neighbors and unexpected weather. VK4IM takes us step-by-step through the design, construction, and practical use phases of this valuable antenna accessory. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwjU06s2zmk Here are some comments from VK4IM: Have you ever wanted a tilt base for that 40m vertical you've got in the middle of your backyard? Check this video out, it might give you an idea or two on making your own. Follow the link for a write up on the parts needed and a rough guide on how to make the tilt base in this video. There's nothing accurate about this buil

A fascinating study of "LONG" Vertical Antennas from Callum (M0MCX).  Callum discusses the pros and cons of long vertical antennas from 1/4 wavelength to 1 3/4 wavelength, including the popular 5/8 wavelength. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C2GKNQb0OPA. Here are some comments from Callum (M0MCX): This is quite interesting. Let's compare small quarter waves right up to 1-3/4 wave antennas including the famous 5/8. Why are large verticals sometimes not as good. And why they are sometimes better? You might like this. Callum. Download MMANA: Go here: http://gal-ana.de/basicmm/en/ IMPORTANT: Don't download the Pro version but just below the words: "Download MMANA-GAL basic version 3,28 MB (3.440.290 bytes) current version 3.5.3.82" Link to Mike's video on the 49:1 transformer ▶️     • Why is it showing...   Link to the double your power / balloon video ▶️     • 

Thanks to Peter Waters (G3OJV) for this in-depth guide to the theory and practical applications of Amateur Radio Vertical Antennas.  Peter does an excellent job of explaining how vertical antennas work and how they can be used for both home and portable use. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uza3e8E_2uQ. Here are some comments from Peter (G3OJV): I found one of the best text Guides I have ever seen covering the topic of vertical antennas. Whilst it is aimed at 160 metres, much of it is applicable to all the HF bands. Let me take you to the link so that you can benefit from the excellent information provided. Vertical Antenna Text Guide http://k9yc.com/160MPacificon.pdf Ham Radio Store https://www.hamradiostore.co.uk Energy Saving Video     • Ham Radio Energy ...   ----- Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).  

If you live in areas plagued by storms and high winds, you may find this tilt over antenna mast from "Maverick RC" a useful addition to your antenna system. This tilt over mast project will take some time to design and build, but it will pay for itself by saving your beam antennas from being ruined by sudden weather changes.  As a benefit, you'll be able to do basic antenna maintenance safely and in less time than before. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xsKEURJFCE. Here are some comments from "Maverick RC": Here's a breakdown of the home made tilt over antenna mast that I built for my radio. The initial post is a 4x4x16 that is around 4-1/12 feet in the ground. I added roughly 9 feet on top of it to give it a total height of 20 feet. The actual metal pipe is 33 feet in length. There are multiple pieces used and the joints are staggered, being one section inside of