Simple Ham Radio Antennas

If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch/v=IPJV45MbWzM. Sooner or later, you'll want to build a simple beam to increase your rf "footprint".  If you live on a small urban lot or in an area with restricted space, building a beam can be quite a task.  In this video, GW0JXM show us how to design, build, and use a simple 2 element beam for the 20 meter amateur radio band that is both easy to raise and take down while still fitting in a small space.  The video contains many helpful suggestions, including a materials list and construction tips. For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. https://www.arrl.org/arrl-audio-news (a weekly podcast which is updated each Friday afternoon). https://hamradiohawaii.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. https://amteurradionewsinformation.com (Amateur...

If you're having difficulty viewing this video, please insert this address into your browser search box: https://youtu.be/IPJV45MbWzM.  Here's a fairly simple 2 element beam antenna for 20 meters that you can build over a weekend or on your vacation.  Andy Davies (GW0JXM), shows us the step-by-step process of designing, building, and using this portable antenna. At the end of this video, Andy gives us a sketch of the dimensions and the approximate cost for the elements and the mast.  Andy says the SWR is 1.11:1 and the 1.5:1 bandwidth is approximately 260 Hz.  The antenna and mast weight about 30 pounds/13.5 Kg, and would require a bit of effort to lift the entire assembly off the ground.  The gamma rod is 15 mm diameter copper rod and is 39 inches/99.06 cm long.  For the latest Amateur Radio news and events, please check out the blog sidebars. These news feeds are updated daily. You can follow our blog community with a free email subscription or by tapp...