Fan Dipole with chop sticks
Here's a fascinating idea for a multiband HF dipole antenna using old ethernet cable and some chopsticks. If you have these supplies in your ham shack or can find a few pairs of chopsticks from your last take-out meal, then the project is nearly done. Simon Stribling (VA7BIX) takes us through the process of designing, assembling, testing, and using this "tasty" version of the popular fan dipole HF antenna. Assembly is quite simple. If you're creative in your search for materials, you could save a good amount of money. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ob6VDqRpdMI. Here are some comments from Simon (VA7BIX): ncredible Fan Dipole With Chopsticks and Ethernet Cable! #antenna #hamradio #POTA #hf #amateurradio G'day mates, I am so excited to be sharing this video with you. This Fan Dipole made out of Chopsticks and Ethernet Cable works like nothing else! This is the ultima