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=a0hCtmbD5as. Here's a simple random length end fed HF antenna (with antenna "tuner") that will provide multiband coverage at little expense. With the exception of the transformer and some heavy gauge wire, you can find most of the antenna materials from the nearest neighborhood hardware store or building supply outlet. Bret of "Survival Comms" takes you step-by-step through the design, construction, tuning, and use of this versatile HF antenna.  Properly designed, an end fed random length antenna can solve most of your HF needs. For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.arrl.org/arrl-audio-news (a weekly podcast which is updated each Friday afternoon). https://bigislandarrlnews.com. https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https:/...

If you can't view the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a0hCtmbD5as In this short video, Brett from "Survival Comms" shows us how to design, build, and use a simple multiband HF random length wire antenna with readily available materials.  The key to the antenna's success is a 9:1 UNUN, an antenna "tuner", and a good ground or counterpoise system.  Make one of these antennas for your emergency "go-kit."  A properly designed random length wire antenna can be used for portable or home operations. For the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news and information, please visit these websites: http://www.HawaiiARRL.info. http://www.arrl.org. http://www.arrl.org/arrl-audio-news (a weekly podcast which is updated each Friday afternoon). https://oahuarrlnews.wordpress.com. https://hamradiohawaii.wordpress.com. https://bigislandarrlnews.com. https://www.eham.net. http://www.southgatearc.com....