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HCP-6: 6m Halo Antenna

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  Here's another great 6 meter band antenna you can try when the "Magic Band" is open. In this video, Peter Waters (G3OJV) takes us through the theory, design, building, testing, and use of a "Halo Antenna" for the 6 meter band. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9XJvH7wB9I. Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM). Here are some comments from Peter (G3OJV): The 6m Band is often known as the "Magic Band" because it offers unpredictable surprises for Ham operators all ver the world. It can be dead for days and then open up for long distance contacts. It's full of fun one day and frustration the next. But, here is a handy antenna that is low cost and may enable you to enjoy the fun on a budget. . I omitted to mention the adjustable beehive capacitor that helps with matching adjustment. See close up in video. 6m Halo Antenna https://www.hamradi