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How to make a simple small space ham radio antenna

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  How would you like to build a simple, 3-band HF antenna requiring no radials? You can do this by following the discussion in the video from Tim (G5TM). Tim shows us how to design, build, test, and use a vertical antenna covering the 40, 20, and 10 meter Amateur Radio Bands. This antenna is perfect for SOTA/POTA operations, as well as a backup antenna for your home station. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0nguXwJncOw. Thanks for joining us today. Russ (KH6JRM). Here are some comments from Tim (G5TM): Here’s how I made my three band no radials vertical for 40,20,10 metres. Including the design, lengths and tuning. Coil calculations website is here: https://www.66pacific.com/calculators... Connect with my channel by subscribing and commenting. Any antenna ideas or questions? Email me: TimG5TM@icloud.com TIM G5TM Hands-On Ham Radio details the construction and tuning process for a ...

Radioddity HF-010 Portable HF Antenna

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  Thanks to Josh (KI6NAZ0 for this in-depth review of the "Radioddity HF-010-Portable HF Antenna." According to Josh, this antenna system works very well on the Amateur Radio Bands from 20 through 10 meters.  Performance on 40 meters is doable, while operation on the 80 meter band presents a challenge. Josh believes this antenna system is a good choice for POTA operations on the upper HF bands.  The kit comes in a sturdy carrying case and contains all the tools for setup and installation. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMQL2OCEwzM. Thanks for joining us today. Russ Roberts (KH6JRM). Here are some comments from Josh (KI6NAZ): n this video, we're doing a full ham radio crash course on the setup and installation of the HF-010 antenna. This amateur radio video covers everything from unboxing to getting it operational. Learn what this antenna is about and how to get set up for yo...