Simple Ham Radio Antennas

Here's a great emergency quarter wave ground plane antenna for the 2 meter Amateur Radio band.  Most of the materials for this emergency antenna can be obtained locally or from online retailers. "The Tech Prepper" does a good job of explaining the theory and practical requirements of this portable antenna. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zasi0ZGdtwY Here are some comments from "The Tech Prepper": In this episode, we'll take a look at increasing the performance of your HT with the "Jungle Antenna". It's a field expedient, quarter wave ground plane antenna. SUPPORT Membership - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thetechp... One Time Support - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thetechp... STORE https://shop.thetechprepper.com/ MATERIAL * Cobra head - https://amzn.to/3JxcrAK * 20 AWG stranded silicone wire - https://amzn.to/3DZwVhT * 1/4" Ring Terminals -

According to Walt (K4OGO), there are at least 10 HF antennas radio amateurs should consider for portable or field operations. Most of these antennas are easy-to-build and can be used both at your home station and "in the field." With the possible exception of the "Mag Loop", components for these HF antennas can be obtained at the nearest building supply or hardware outlet. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYG76axXoFo I've built several of these antennas, and they do an excellent job for the time and money invested. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).  

According to Mike (K8MRD), you won't a soldering gun (or iron) to make this simple, effective HF antenna.  If you need a temporary "aerial" for your shack or a field expedient antenna for that next mini-dxpedition, then this project is what you're looking for. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VD-ednU3gBM Here are some comments from Mike (K8MRD): Can You Make A Ham Radio Antenna Without Using Solder? Wolf River Coils Vs. HamSticks?? Consider becoming a Patron @ https://www.patreon.com/k8mrdradiostuff Follow me on Twitter. https://twitter.com/k8mrd Links to many of the things I use can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/k8mrdradi... As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Big Geek Battery Box: https://k8mrd.square.site Watch the video here:     • Big Geek 12V Ham ...   K8MRD Radio Stuff Shirts: Happy Skull Guy: https://grapevineamateurradio.co

  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