Simple Ham Radio Antennas

  According to Mike (M0MSN), one of the simplest, most effective HF antennas you can build is the "classic" dipole antenna. In this video, Mike discusses the theory and practical uses behind this easily-made HF antenna.  Mike shows us a speedy and efficient way to make a fan dipole which covers a variety of HF frequencies without resorting to an antenna "tuner." If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://youtu.be/42s6Y3xqcp0?si=3prGXFDKqp_MSN1C. Thanks for joining us today. Russ (KH6JRM). Here are some comments from Mike (M0MSN): Hello again, After many days off I am back with another simple Antenna Build. There is much to be said about a simple dipole antenna and much that is missed, so in this upload I try to bring the simplicity and speed of building a dipole and how to make it a fan of more than a single frequency, by turning it into a FAN Dipole. Just for fun Please subscribe and like. Cheers Mike - M0M...

  According to Peter Waters (G3OJV), radio amateurs living in deed-restricted properties or on small urban lots can still get decent performance out of a shortened dipole antenna. Peter shows you several ways to modify a full-length dipole without compromising performance.  Find the method best suited for your location and get on the air.  You may be surprised how well your shortened antenna works. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YI8bUnSDn0M. Thanks for joining us today. Russ (KH6JRM/AL0HA). Here are some comments from Peter (G3OJV). Many ham radio operators need smaller antennas to fit into their gardens or back yards. Peter G3OJV ,describes some simple ways you can create your own short dipole antennas. Coil Calculator https://coil32.net/online-calculators... This video explores the concept of loaded dipoles, which are shorter than traditional antennas. The presenter expl...