How to build a dipole antenna center insulator
Thanks to Michael Martens (KB9VBR) for this straight forward, step-by-step video on building a dipole antenna center connector. You can keep costs low by using locally available materials. If you can't see the video, please go here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fY8XaxamIYU Here are some comments from Michael (KB9VBR): The dipole is a common antenna for the amateur radio operator; and with good reason- dipoles are easy to build and are proven performers. Recently I wanted to build a dipole but didn't have a center insulator. Instead of paying $25-45 and waiting days for delivery‚ I decided to build my own for about $12 using common parts (with the exception of the SO-239) and tools available at your local home improvement store. Parts List: 1 - ¾ x ¾ x 1 inch PVC Tee connector 2 - ¾ inch PVC plugs 1 - 1 inch PVC plug 3 - 3/16 x 1 ½ inch eye bolts 3 - Number 10 washers 3 - 10 x 24 nylon lock nuts SO-239 bulkhead connector. Order: https://amzn.to/2EwFHbH Rosin core solder a