Simple Ham Radio Antennas

  How would you like to make a "classic" HF Doublet Antenna? In this video, Callum (M0MCX) takes us step-by-step through the entire design and construction process.  The video provides exact measurements, construction techniques, and handy suggestions for getting the best performance out of this multiband HF antenna. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLGtz5Px6g0&t=17s. Thanks for joining us today. Russ (KH6JRM/AL0HA). Here are some comments from Callum (M0MCX): Ideally suited to operators with a good quality ATU system, a doublet offers an all-band-solution to HF but will need re-tuning each time you change bands. Enjoy. Callum. DX Commander. More videos:     • Antenna Modelling   Antenna Modelling     • Tips and Tricks   Tips and Tricks     • Antennas   Antennas  ...

  Here's a "classic" ham radio antenna you can build at home with locally available materials.  The Doublet Antenna using balanced feed line and a sturdy antenna transmatch (tuner), can cover several amateur radio bands. In this video, Tim  (K5OHY) provides you with all the information you need to design, build, test, and use this versatile antenna. If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eSS1dw3e5Oc Thanks for joining us today. Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM). Here are some comments from Tim (K5OHY): I cover the advantages of a multiband doublet, show some modeling, and then deploy it for a QRP activation. STL files used Doublet Center : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:703... Doublet Center: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:437... Ladder-line spacer (25 mm): https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:703... Doublet info: Cebik, W4RNL — All-Band Doublet (PDF): https://webclass.org/k5...