Category: Dipole Antenna

My 5-Band Attic Antenna for Ham Radio

Radio amateurs (hams) living on small urban lots or subject to HOA restrictions may find this post from Peter Waters (G3OJV) interesting.

In this video, Peter shows us how to install a 5-band HF antenna in a small attic space.  Although this compromised antenna has limitations, it will get you on the air without your neighbors knowing about it.

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For those with smaller gardens, or indeed no gardens, the attic may be one of the best options as a site for an antenna. Whilst it is easy to install a VHF antenna in the attic, it can be even easier to install and HF antenna. Here, Peter G3OJV shows how it is very easy to install a multi-band HF antenna, even in quite a small loft or attic. Your Ham Radio Store https://www.hamradiostore.co.uk
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DIY Cobra Antenna-perfect for HOA

If you can’t deploy a full-sized HF dipole antenna, please try this “Cobra Antenna” from Chuck (KK6UDY).

The antenna is a linear loaded system used to shrink the total antenna length while preserving basic dipole performance.  The antenna is designed to fit into small urban spaces, such as a small backyard or garden.

Those living in deed-restricted properties (HOAs and CC&Rs) may find this antenna suitable for their operations.

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In this video I make a version of M0PZT’s Cobra antenna that is a bit more portable. This is a 80m Linear-Loaded Doublet that is only 40′ long. I need to do more testing and get the antenna higher to see if it improves the efficiency. Below I will list parts needed for the build. M0PZT-https://www.m0pzt.com/80m-cobra-doublet/ As an Amazon Affiliate I may earn a commission at no cost to the buyer. Wire BNTECHGO 24 Gauge Silicone Ribbon Cable, https://amzn.to/3KUBnF4 Mastrant-P Braided Rope, https://amzn.to/4o4L1Uj Button Head Socket Cap Screws, https://amzn.to/3W5WUgx #8 Bolt Ring Terminals, https://amzn.to/3WLJ4zW Heat Shrink Tubing 3:1, https://amzn.to/4os8puT HANDY TOOLS– 4V Cordless Stick Screwdriver , https://amzn.to/4nNZHHe Helping Hands Soldering Station with Heavy-Duty , https://amzn.to/47hLxqX Kaisi Helping Hands Soldering Station, https://amzn.to/4nt2Mf7 Titanium Step Drill Bit Set, https://amzn.to/4n7xdqE KATA 5-Pack Micro Wire Cutters, https://amzn.to/43dok80 DX Engineering, https://static.dxengineering.com/glob…. #hoa , #antenna , #hamradios
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Top 10 Portable HF Antennas

What kind of HF antenna do you want for your next POTA-SOTA field operation?

In this video, Bill (KW4QC) of the “Ham Radio Basics” website, discusses 10 popular portable antennas that work well “in the field.”

These antennas range from the Chameleon Antenna MPAS 2.0 and the Wolf River TIA coil to the Chelegance JNCRadio MC-780 and DX Commander Expedition Antenna.

These HF antennas can also find a place at your home station because of their compact and lightweight features.

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About this video: Top 10 Portable HF Antennas. In this video Bill from Ham Radio Basics shares with us Top 10 Portable HF Antennas. Bill shares with us the Top Portable HF Antennas available today. He discusses features, benefits, best use case scenarios, plus offer insight on the ones he owns plus much more! As always remember “It’s a Great Day To QSO”. 73’s everyone! Top 10Portable HF Antennas 1. CHAMELEON ANTENNA MPAS 2.0 Portable HF Antennas MPAS 2.0 https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/c… 2. Wolf River TIA Coil https://www.wolfrivercoils.com/TIA.ht… 3. Chameleon Antenna PRV Portable Resonant Vertical Antennas MCC-PRV-POTA https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/c… 4. Chelegance JNCRADIO MC-750 100-WATTS PORTABLE HF VERTICAL ANTENNA https://chelegance.com/products/jncra… 5. The Buddistick PRO™ https://www.buddipole.com/buddistick…. 6. SUPER ANTENNA MP1DXMAX https://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?p… 7, DX Commander Expedition https://dxcommander.com/product/dx-co… 8. SOTABEAMS Band Hopper III / IV https://www.sotabeams.co.uk/band-hopp… 9. MyAntennas EFHW-8010 / EFHW portable versions https://myantennas.com/wp/product/efh… 10 Radioddity HF-010 / HF-009 https://www.radioddity.com/products/r… Top 10 HT’s Under $200 The Are Safe 1. Yaesu FT-60R https://amzn.to/4aWe0Ez 2. Yaesu FT-65R https://amzn.to/4rM14Z1 3. Yaesu FT-70DR https://amzn.to/4rM14Z1 4. Icom IC-T10 https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/i… 5. Alinco DJ-VX50T https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/a… 6. Wouxun KG-UV9P https://www.buytwowayradios.com/wouxu… 7. Wouxun KG-UV7D https://www.buytwowayradios.com/wouxu… 8. Wouxun KG-UV9D Mate https://amzn.to/40gtTRr 9. AnyTone AT-D168 https://amzn.to/4kVXr05 10. Yaesu FT-4XR https://amzn.to/4c96pol Bill’s Recommendations TIDRADIO TD-H3 https://amzn.to/48i1grR BAOFENG BF-F8HP PRO https://amzn.to/4pak2XY Radioddity GA-510 1 https://amzn.to/4oJ1v4c Yaesu VX-6R https://amzn.to/44LIHtA AnyTone AT-D168UV https://amzn.to/4atd8IM BAOFENG DM-32UV https://amzn.to/4pgdRl5 Yaesu FT-60R https://amzn.to/4rvfFIx Bill’s Favorites Radtel RT-950 PRO Ham Radio 27Mhz TX GPS/APRS, 10W Walkie Talkie Long Range Handheld Two Way Radio, AM/FM/CB/SW/MW/LW RX, Bluetooth APP Programming, NOAA (with Programming Cable，Microphone) https://amzn.to/48zzZky Radtel RT-920 Walkie Talkie 8W Long Range Programmable Bluetooth Two-Way Handheld Radio, SW MW LW CB 27MHz -126dBm Receive SSB AM FM Noise-Reduction NOAA https://amzn.to/4ok9sMS Radtel Aviation Antenna 108-136Mhz, 14.96 Inch Walkie Talkie SMA-Female Air Band Antenna Compatible with Baofeng 5RM Radtel RT-920 RT-470X RT-730 RT-910B RT-860 RT-880 RT-880G RT-4D UV-K5 RT-950 PRO https://amzn.to/4iqsqjJ BAOFENG UV-28 PLUS Ham Radio Handheld with GPS & APP Programming, https://amzn.to/4psgAro Baofeng Radio UV-5R Mini Ham Radio https://amzn.to/3XkIdH4 Subscribe for ham radio reviews & news →    / @hamradiobasics   Subscribe for technology reviews & news →    / @billthetechnologyreviewer5149   ——-Ham Radio Basics on Social Media——- Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?… Facebook Group   / hamradiobasics   Twitter   / hamradiobasics   Instagram   / ham_radio_basics_   DISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission. This help supports the channel and allows us to continue to make videos like this. Thank you for the support! Bill is a licensed amateur extra ham radio operator from Tampa, Florida. He enjoys ham radio, flying camera drones, RC cars, and trying out new technology. When he’s not making QSO’s, Bill enjoys cooking, vlogging, movies, his granddaughters, watching sports, and relaxing with his wife.. Business Inquiries: HamRadioBasics@gmail.com #HamRadioNews #HamRadioBasics #AmatuerRadioNews
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Easy Build Multiband Dipole.

If you need a simple, multiband HF antenna, please consider this homebrew dipole antenna from Walt (K4OGO).

Walt says he designed his own antenna to fit the requirements of his property.  As built, the antenna covers Amateur Radio bands from 20 meters to 6 meter.  This antenna may be suitable for a variety of urban properties.

Walt takes us through the entire design, building, and testing process.  He also provides a list of materials needed to complete the project.

If you can’t see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVsuVQumTyM&t=196s

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Russ (KH6JRM/AL0HA).

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I built a dipole that works on the high HF bands 20 thru 6 meters #hamradioantenna #hamradio #amateurradio

Link to the LDG 4:1 Balun:

https://dxengineering.pxf.io/qWG9BN

Link to the REZ Antenna Systems Delta Loop wire kit:

https://dxengineering.pxf.io/yZr9zv

Link to the DX Engineering 25 foot mast:

https://dxengineering.pxf.io/0Gyj4M

Link to the V Base I purchased:

https://a.aliexpress.com/_msyCrlH

Link to the Elmer Brand chokes:

https://elmerbrand.com/

Thank you to DX Engineering for supporting the channel, you can support my channel as well by shopping through my affiliate link:

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