Simple Ham Radio Antennas

A nicely done, thorough on-site review of the popular Chameleon Antenna System LEFS. Kevin (K7SW) shows us how to assemble, erect, test, and use this outstanding end-fed half wave (EFHW) antenna.  This antenna is perfect for portable or field emergency operations. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNyHhjMH85g. Here are some comments from Kevin (K7SW): In this Video I deploy the Chameleon Antenna Systems LEFS 8010 Endfed antenna I verify the SWR readings for the bands I like to operate on. and set this antenna up in a couple locations to see how well this antenna works for me. Chameleon Antenna provided the LEFS8010 antenna and feed line choke for review. 🔹CHA LEFS 8010 End fed antenna https://geni.us/LEFS8010 🔹CHA RFI CHOKE https://geni.us/NnRw1G5 🔹RG8X coax - 50 foot cable with connectors https://geni.us/ltxfp Mounts 🔹2" Flag pole buddy mount https://geni.us/AeWuRA 🔹1.5"

An excellent, in-depth discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of telescoping fiberglass masts for amateur radio antennas. Peter Waters (G3OJV) pays particular attention to the "SpiderPole Antenna Telescopic Mast", a popular antenna support for the Amateur Radio community. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqQGuLpr_JI. Here are some comments from Peter (G3OJV): Most Hams need an antenna Mast at some time or another. Peter G3OJV answers your questions and discusses the strengths and weaknesses of fibreglass masts. In particular, the range of SpiderBeams SpiderPole models. Virbreglass Mast Comparisons     • Which fibreglass ...   SpiderPole Supplies (UK). https://www.hamradiostore.co.uk/?s=Sp... watersstanton 23.2K subscribers   Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).

This video is the concluding chapter of Tim's (G5TM) long-running series on the theory and practice of hf vertical antennas. In this segment, Tim discusses the ideal length of a vertical antenna for DX purposes and the limitations imposed by using a single wire for multiband coverage. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser inbox:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRd7AZZqMK0. Here are some remarks from Tim (G5TM): This is the final video in my vertical antenna series. I will put links to the others below. In this video let's look at the right lengths for different series of bands, and how realistic it is to get a great DX performance across lots of bands with a single radiator vertical. VERTICAL ANTENNA SERIES: Video 1: A VERY Basic Guide to Antenna Efficiency     • Vertical Antenna ...   Video 2: Vertical Antenna Size & Antenna Efficiency     • HAM RADIO: Vertic...   Video 3: How Many Ground Radials Do You REALLY Need?     • HAM 

Here's an excellent VHF/UHF installation guide for those thinking about a new Ford F-150 Lightning truck. Josh Nass (KI6NA) takes us step by step-by-step through the uncomplicated procedure of installing a VHF/UHF mobile antenna for his new truck.   Josh also describes the accessories necessary to make this installation a success.   If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kPpRWwBCYD4. Her are some comments and suggestions from Josh (KI6NAZ): It's pretty easy to install VHF/UHF radios into most trucks, the Ford F-150 Lightning is no exception. Links from video: Power distribution panel: https://amzn.to/3mBUnvU Wera Tool Kit: https://amzn.to/3yp1ZVh As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Lido Mount: https://www.lidoradio.com/collections... Bulletproof Diesel Antenna Mount: https://www.dieselpowerproducts.com/p... 📻Want the best HT antenna? Signal Stuff Signal Stick https:

If you're looking for an incredibly light, easy to erect portable multiband HF Antenna, then this EFHW variant from Mat of the "Tech Minds" video channel is for you. According to Mat, the combined weight of the wire, 49:1 balun, and connectors is approximately 160 grams--light enough to put into your ham radio "go-kit". If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PmpREgqCqyU. Here are some comments from Mat: Here we take a look at a lightweight, multiband, portable HF Antenna that weighs 160 grams! Portable Power Bank: https://www.banggood.com/custlink/KGv... 49:1 Transformer: https://moonrakeronline.com/49-1-end-... Sotabeam wire: https://www.sotabeams.co.uk/antenna-w... Xiegu G90 Radio (Amazing radio!) https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Ak9bfn If you would like to show your support for this channel, then please consider becoming a member by clicking here:     / @techmindso