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How to build and tune a linked dipole antenna.

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  Another way to get multiband HF coverage is to build a "linked dipole antenna" covering your favorite bands. In this video from Charlie (NJ7V), we get step-by-step instructions on how to design, build, test, and tune an antenna capable of using the 20, 30, and 40 meter Amateur Radio bands...all this with using a single support (mast) and one feed line. Charlie shows us how to make all the parts of this antenna, including the insulators. This antenna is easy-to-build and offers wide-band coverage at a modest cost. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEKNmrtXb5Y. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM). Here are some comments from Charlie (NJ7V): take you through my steps to build this 20 meter-30 meter-40 meter linked dipole antenna, including construction of the insulators, and a trip into the back yard to tune it up. I've built quite a number of these antennas an...

Fan Dipole Design and Build.

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  How would you like to build a 3-band dipole antenna using only one feed line and no antenna "tuner?"  You can if you check out this easy, efficient, and cost effective "Fan Dipole" from Stephen (K4SRF). In this video, Stephen takes us step-by-step through the design and construction phases of this inexpensive antenna.  Most of the parts for this project are easy to find, especially if you have a well-stocked "Junk Box" at your station.   Stephen's project covers the 40/20/10 Meter Amateur Radio Bands.  Also, the 40 meter segments can be used on the 15 Meter Band.  This is a fun project which can be made at a minimum of cost and time. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5rfs2y5PCw. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM). Here are a few comments from Stephen (K4SRF): 3,402 views Dec 31, 2023 PENSACOLA In this video, I will be designing ...