Ham Radio Antennas for Beginners - Build Your Own Today!
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- Опубликовано: 10 июл 2024
- When delving deeper into Ham radio, you may be curious about building an antenna. The thought of doing this may be a little scary, but I promise you it is not. I will show you how to find pretty much all your parts locally and some online, build the antenna in about 30 minutes and be up and running. We literally build this antenna from stuff I got at Walmart and Home Depot and Amazon. Links to most everything is below. Shoutout to KB9VBR for the inspiration.
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0:00 - Intro
1:22 - Overview and supplies list
7:29 - The build Procedure
12:34 - Soldering the element to the SO239 Connector
14:31 - Final Assembly
17:16 - The Practical Antenna Handbook
18:08 - SWR Test
19:08 - On-Air Signal Check
22:39 - Final Thoughts
If you are interested in building antennas, check out this book which is the bible of antenna building: amzn.to/3aSE3ON
You will need:
5 - Coat Hangers - Walmart $2.00
5 ea. - Nuts and bolts #6-32 1/2inch AND 6-32 nuts- Home Depot - $4.00
5 - 16 - 14 AWG #8 - 10 Stud Size Ring Terminals in Blue (15-Pack) - Home Depot $1.98
1 - SO239 Connector - Amazon: amzn.to/3eHLlWz - $7.50
1 - 3/4 inch piece of PVC pipe PRECUT 2 ft. - $3.00
1 - Good quality Coax Cable with PL259 Connectors - Amazon - amzn.to/33emOTX - $26.95
Of course you will need a few tools which are in th video and can bve purchased here:
Wire Cutters: - Amazon - amzn.to/2PACzkF - $9.49
Wire strippers: Amazon - amzn.to/2PBeYAv - $6.45
Lineman's tool (OPTIONAL): Amazon - amzn.to/3aPsBDE - $34.96
Wire Crimpers: Amazon - amzn.to/3e4bSy6 - $21.95
Soldering Iron 853D: ebay.to/3vmQxGa
Screwdrivers and pliers: Any hardware store
Other equipment used in this video:
Rigexpert AA-600 Antenna Analyzer: bit.ly/3e6rRfn $519.00
Yaesu FT3DR HT Radio: bit.ly/3nweQ1I - $389.95
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Website: hamradiofornontechies.com
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Make sure you check out these other EXCELLENT Ham Radio RUclipsrs:
Ham Radio 2.0: bit.ly/3dLKnJA
Ham Radio Crash Course: bit.ly/3gPb5TR
Tank Radio: bit.ly/32Mhbfq
K8MRD Radio Stuff: bit.ly/32J2Hgn
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My Current Shack Setup:
Yaesu FT-991A - www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?p...
Chameleon MPAS 2.0 Antenna - bit.ly/394f3TO
Diamond X-30A Antenna - www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?p...
Diamond GZV4000 Power Supply - www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?p...
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One of my favorite things about the ham radio community is that all of the youtube channels lift each other up. You don't see a lot of cutthroat competition and people talking trash about each other, everyone is enthusiastic about the same general stuff and everyone works together to celebrate the hobby.
I think you nailed it. The ham community for the most part is very supportive and that is one of the things that attracted me to the hobby and keeps me here today. Hams helping Hams! Thanks for watching. 73!
Great tutorial! It's refreshing to find a video that's so concise and straight to the point. Most RUclips tutorials, in general, tend to be too long, circling around the topic with lots of irrelevant information. I especially appreciate that you edited out the repetitive tasks, making the content even more efficient and informative. Thank you for such a well-made guide!
I try to do my best to cut out the fluff and be straight to the point. Saves time and let's you get the project completed faster. I am glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
Simple antennas, the longer I play with radios the more I go back to simple antennas like this. Nice video.
Sometimes simple is better. If it works no need to go out of your way to make something more complicated just because. Glad you liked the video. Thanks for your support! 73!!
For a newbie like myself, this was awesome. Reminds me of projects we did in electric shop in junior high school. I should've paid more attention then, but I''m paying attention now! Thank you!
Hi Rod! Better late than never. This is one of the easiest antenna builds you will find and very cheapo to make. Even now two years later I have upgraded to making End Fed Half Waves and that is fun too even though they are a bit more detailed in materials and the build itself. Keep up the good work, experiment and have fun! Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
I remember when I was a new Ham 20 years ago, our group made “tape Measure 3 element Yagi antennas “. They were directional of course, and we used them for “fox hunts” which were fun to do at a group meeting.
Those are a fun build as well. I have made one for myself to seek out RFI in my neighborhood and it works perfectly. Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
Very well done! When I got my Tech license way back in 1976 I also built one these beauties. The only difference is I soldered all of the elements. Steel coat hangers were much more common back then. I did my shopping in the closet. PVC pipe had not been invented yet. So, I taped it the end of a broom stick. With it mounted it about 15 feet in the air I made a simplex contact of around 40 miles with about 1.5 watts. I was in heaven. I suppose the point is, you don't have to invest a ton of money or need much in the way of advanced skills to built antenna that works very well. I know I didn't.
Thanks for sharing your story! I think you nailed it. You do not have to spend the bank to get a good antenna and most of the time stuff you have around or easily sourced can make a great antenna. Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
Love love love this video I've been sitting on some supplies to build this for a long while now, unsure I could complete this project. This video explains it do well I think I need to do it this week....Thank you so much!
Very useful and informative. Im thinking about building one of these on the island on my lake to contact my house. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful! It's a fun build and just remember to put it up high if you are out in the boonies. Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
You have the absolute best channel. I'm trying to learn this radio junk and the problem with most hams is that they've ironically forgotten how to communicate with the rest of humanity. Thank you for not being "that guy" :)
I am so glad to hear that. Thank you for the compliment! I appreciate it! I try to be on the level and straight about my explanations because although ham radio is technical, doesn't mean it has to be difficult for anyone to get into and learn and enjoy. Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
As someone who is a Ham new born. I have found your videos to be most informative and at my level, which I would consider to be 0. I have watched a lot of other videos, but have found yours the best to speak at my level. Keep'em coming.
That is exactly why I created this channel. There are a lot of excellent RUclipsrs out there on Ham Radio, but the subject matter is easily confusing to new Hams like myself. Glad you like the channel! Thank you for the support.
These antennas are great, well done 👏
Great video. Thanks for sharing this info!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
This is so crazy good...thanks!
You're so welcome! Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
Some things sound complicated and create hesitancy for giving things a go, but your awesome video and explanation kicked down the door of complicated & laid it out in basic steps to follow along with nicely. I appreciated this dot to dot version of a show and tell example. Thank you.
It's one thing to be a talking head and just tell people about something. I seem to learn better, and I assume most others as well, if someone shows you how to do it and sources the materials and step by step explains how difficult it is NOT! I think many can benefit from this type of learning and I appreciate you taking the time to comment. Thanks for watching. 73!
Fabulous! Going to give it a go just because I can. Love DIY and making it happen. Thanks again
Have fun! I am doing a show on DIY project ideas on Friday night Feb 11 @7PM CST if you are interested! Enjoy the build. 73!
OUTSTANDING video!!!!!
Thank you very much! This was a fun video to shoot and a fun build as well. Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
Fascinating and inspiring. I'm headed to the hardware store this afternoon. Thanks for sharing your knowledge on this and please keep the great content coming. KD9UDR clear.
It is a cool build and simple to source parts. You can get creative with it and try other things as long as the same principles apply. Good luck on the build! Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73
Outstanding video
Thank you so much 😀 73!!
Scott, thanks for making this video. I made one of these several years ago - using #12 solid copper and only 2 elements in my ground plane (to see if it would work). My HOA was full of "she who shall not be named" people so putting up ANY antenna was not permitted. I actually strapped mine to one of the supports for the deck, out of sight from anywhere but under the deck. I operated off of that for a few years until we moved from that location. 73, my friend.
That is an awesome story!! Thank you for sharing! I am glad that you were able to thwart the restrictive efforts of "she who shall not be named" and made it work for you!! I love hearing success stories form viewers! Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!!
Well done.. great vlog.
Glad you enjoyed it Thanks for watching. 73!
Great video, great build. Thanks man.
Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you!!!
Fantastic video. I’ve done it before but I enjoyed watching your version very much
Awesome! Thank you! It was fun as a first project. Looking forward to many more in the future. Thanks for watching. 73!
Cool antenna project. Cool Harley too! Thank you!
Glad you like it! It was a fun build and it worked!!! The Harley is nice as well and fast as can be! Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
Thank you - very informative and interesting topic. I'm motivated to experiment on my own.
Go for it! Either way you will have fun and learn a few things. It was a fun project. Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
Wow...that reception was great...thanks for this.
Glad you enjoyed it!! Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
Great video. Just found your channel and as someone who is just starting out with Ham radio, I really enjoy videos that keep it simple. Just subscribed.
Welcome aboard! You are exactly the audience I am geared towards. I have a lot more videos coming! Thank you for your support! 73
I was searching for simple antenna and happened upon your channel, decided to give it a look and was so impressed with the build. You explained the process clearly and made it simple to understand, so I became a new subscriber and can't wait to watch more of your video's. Thank you
Awesome, thank you! Many of my videos come from the viewpoint that many just don't know how to show and explain things to viewers in a manner that will let let them follow along in a simple and easy way. I am breaking that chain and making sure I am crystal clear if i show my viewers something. Thanks for watching and for the comment! 73!
Thank you! Great video
New HAM here... This video is awesome! Thank you! Great channel too - just subscribed!
Thanks and welcome! I hope you find value in my other videos on this channel as well. I am always willing to help where I can an answer questions or give recommendations on gear. Be sure to check out my website as well. hamradiofornontechies.com Thanks for the comment, the sub and for watching...73!!!
Great video, Very nice looking shop!
Thank you!
Truly enjoyed this video. I love the soldering station ( will be getting that) I am interested in learning more about antennas . Thanks again for sharing
Glad it was helpful! Building antennas is super fun to do an you learn new skills each time. Best of luck! Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
Great job! Keep up the good work. Nice bike.
Thank you! Love my Dyna!!! Thanks for watching! 73!
Nice work im going to try this
It's a fun and easy build! Best of luck! 73!
Great content! Thanks for the video.
Glad you liked it! It was a fun build! Thanks for watching. 73!
Thank you Scott for these videos, I have bookmarked all your videos and am watching them as I learn more about amateur radio and antennas, I am new to this hobby, studying for my tech license, have not even bought my first radio yet, would love to get the IC-7610 but will probably start with the IC-7300 and the ID52-A for HT and eventually the IC-7100 for my truck, thanks again for sharing what you know, with everyone, this will definitely help a newbie like me with the learning curve.
Thank you for your kind words! I am glad that my videos bring value to you and others. Study, study, study and pass those exams!! I assume you are going for General and possibly Extra if you are planning on buying a 7300 & 7100?? Good for you!! You got this! IT seems hard at first because it is new information, but once you put it into practice it will make more sense and you will start learning all kinds of stuff that right now seems unobtainable! Trust me on this. Anyway, thank you for watching, if you have questions hit me up anytime. Always glad to help anyone!! 73!
Very cool for me to see this as a newbie ham 😊… I’ve hit liked and
Subscribe… you have a great personality and presentation voice, thanks for the cool video 😊
Welcome aboard! I am always glad to help anyone who wants to learn about ham radio. Glad to have you. I have some new videos coming out soon. Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
Very nice to build one! Thanks so much! From ph.good day!
Glad you enjoyed the video. These are very easy to build with minimal tools. Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
KD2WBZ, Bob.... It’s all in the details, very nice video. I’m gonna give it a try in a few days when I get the parts. Looking forward to your channel. 👍🏻
Please do! I would be interested to hear your successes! 73!
That was so cool. Good lesson.
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!!
Looks like something even I can do. Thanks for giving us this!
Any time! This is a simple first antenna build and will lead you to end up building more down the road. I wish you the best of luck and hope you enjoy the project. Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
90% of this stuff I have around my house. Thank you for the great video!
That is awesome! I hope you enjoy the build! It is a fun first antenna build. Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
Very cool video. I’m studying for my technician license and I’m excited to get into the game. Your design will be the first antenna I will make. Thank you.
Awesome! Thank you! It is a simple first antenna build and you will learn from it. CAUTION: building antennas is addictive...you build one...you will build more...LOL Best of luck on passing your tech exam! Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
Hello Scott. Very good with this inspiration for new hams. In 1981 when I got my first Ham radio lincense I build an antenne just like that groundplane and it was a good start. The solderstation you´ve got is superb - I´ve got just the same model and it is just as good as my Weller solderstation. Thanks for good video´s. Best 73´s from OZ1HGH
Thank you very much for sharing. Glad to have you here! 73!
As someone just starting in this hobby I loved this video. Can’t wait to experiment in the future
Hey I am glad you liked it. My channel is designed for the new ham and I try to bring you the best useful information. Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!!
Great video, Scott! This old timer really appreciates what you do. 73, de NF0J
Thank you very much! I appreciate your continued support of the channel! Thanks for the comment and for watching!!! 73!!
Thank you, subscribed
Thanks for the sub and welcome to HR4NT! I hope you will enjoy the videos. 73!!
Keep them coming!
Will do! Thank you for watching. 73!!
great build, I'm new to the ham world and I think this is something that I'd like to build for my first project.
It is a simple and fun project to build and will introduce you to antenna building. Best of luck! Hope you enjoyed the video! 73!
Great video! Thank you!
Glad you liked it! Thanks for your support! 73!
That was fun to watch. Guess I'll need to get an antenna signal analyzer soon
Absolutely. There are a lot of choices but the Rigexpert, although a bit pricey is the easiest to use overall and very reliable. I wish you the best of luck in finding one that suits your needs. Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
I built one using welding rods. Works fantastic and it was easy to build by following your video. SWR was 1.29. Thanks for posting this video.
Hey!!! That is AWESOME!!!!!! I am glad it worked out for you! Thanks for sharing that! 73!
I took a course in radio communication for my degree in Electronics Engineering. We had to calculate and build an antenna with multiple elements. This is a good step by step video you made.
Thank you very much! It is a simple antenna, but it works. I have had viewers send me pictures and describing how they modified my design and used alternative materials to build this antenna. As long a everyone has fun and learns, my job is done. Thanks for watching. 73!
Ned Davis WB4BKO I have been licensed since 1975, and I learn something new and practical about this hobby every day. You are providing a great service to the newer hams and I applaud you for it.. This exercise in the simple, practical and inexpensive 2 meter ground plane is an example of what new hams are looking for: uncomplicated antennas and accessories that are easy to assemble and provide fun and education in the process. 73
Hi Norman, I am glad that you are finding value in my videos even being as experienced as you are, that is awesome! This hobby can get very technical very fast and I think that can scare some of the newer people looking to get into the hobby. My thought process is find some simple ideas to present and let that take root and see what happens. My journey in Ham radio has taught me to never say never, because I usually end up eating my words...LOL Thanks you for watching and for the comment. 73!
I also appreciate how you dropped Ham Radio 2.0 and Ham Radio Crash Course out there.
I also suggest Ham Radio Concepts - Eric - and for a perspective from across the pond, the DX Commander. I enjoy all these guys.
I look forward to going through all your videos soon. Thanks again, and 73.
Zach, N2JZS
Thank you for the suggestion. I really like Ham Radio Concepts and watch his videos regularly. I hear great things about DX Commander, mostly from his antennas which are supposed to be quite superior in quality. I appreciate the support to the channel! 73!
Being new to ham this is a great insight into how basic and cheap things can be. I’ve got a Quansheng UV-K5(8) but I need an antenna for better signal so I’m going to put something like this together but with copper wire. Thanks for sharing.
Glad it was helpful! Give it a shot and experiment. Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
Nice looking scoot you got there!
Thanks! It is a great ride! Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
Awesome information, thanks. I just ordered the book. 👍🏼
Also nice shop and bike!!!
My bike is my therapist. 😁
Awesome! Thank you! The book gets a bit technical, but it is a fantastic resource. Thanks for your support! 73
Great video, well thought out and informative!
I wish I saw this before purchasing my Arrow dual band ground plane. Don't get me wrong I dig my arrow antenna but I got it after getting my tech license per my local ham association recommendation. I'm gonna stop buying and start making.
I'm not sure there are enough fingers on the planet to count how many times I had to go back to the hardware store. Thanks for getting me going. Now, I need to keep rolling.
Glad it was helpful! Building your own antennas is the way to go most of the time. The only issue sometimes is sourcing materials. My only recommendation is never buy toroids or ferrites on Amazon. There are much better reputable dealers out there and on Ebay that sell ones that will actually work in the event you decide to build End Fed Halfwave antennas. Thanks for the comment and for watching. Good luck on your future antenna builds!!! 73!!!!
just found you and subscribed wish you luck with youtube and thanks for sharing info with us all.
Thanks for the sub! I am glad you are enjoying the videos. I have many more coming out. Thank you for your support. 73!!
I was given a icom ic 746 from my late grandfather who was a ham and am absolutely loving the community. I have a couple handhelds that im tinkering with before i move up to the big boy and get a dedicated antenna. I really want to eventually get a setup for long wave but thats a ways down the road. Love this video and keep it up.
Thank you very much! I wish you the best of luck on your ham radio adventure! Ask questions, do your research and utilize the online ham community. Thanks for watching and for the comment! 73!!
Great video - thanks
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching. 73!
Other than the intermittent great conversations I have with ham radio guys building stuff and being the cheapskate is my favorite when I first started building 2-meter antennas I often took discarded TV antennas and resized them so I would have say a three element yagi that was cut down in order to use for ham it was light as good be most of them folded because they came in a carton to the store so they had to be able to fold building is awesome rock on keep it up
That is an excellent and innovative way to get new antennas! Awesome! Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
I have a houseboat trip to Kentucky next week so I am going to build this and try it out.
Awesome! Let me know how it goes/went! Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
@@HR4NT This was my first antenna build; it was easy, and it turned out great. I got a 1.0 SWR without any adjustments but was unable to activate. I attribute my struggles to the surrounding mountains and a low wattage output of my HT. Using Jason from Ham Radio 2.0's recent comment on his Alaskan cruise "That's why I don't like QRP"!!
Great video and my own OCD appreciates you! 😁
Hey there! Glad you like the video! There are tons of things, as I am finding out, that you can use to build an antenna. I have seen a couple videos where they take tape measures and make a Yagi antenna from them. Thanks for supporting the channel! 73!!
Thank for the video copper is a better conductor years ago my first 2 meter antenna was copper ground wire connected to a 2x2 and 4 wood screws and a piece of coax with a p l259 on one end 2x2 leaing against the house and hit the repeaters full quieting
As long as it worked and you were able to communicate, I'd say that was a win! Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
About three minutes in and I subscribed. Yep, I'm sure lots of old hands have seen it and done it. Us new guys haven't!
I am glad you enjoyed the video! Thank for the sub!!! I really appreciate that. Glad my video brought you value and information. Thank you again! 73!!
I built one of these 4-5 years ago in the C.B. 11 meter range. But I built mine with like, 3/32 stainless cable. The idea was, I could throw some paracord over a tree branch and stake the radials out. I think, after I trimmed it, I got 1-1.3 SRW reading depending on channel.
That is fantastic!! Glad it worked out for you! Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!!!!
This is the way. Mandalorian reference in background. Excellent video
This is the way! Thanks for watching! 73!
That's awesome l'm going to try that !!🏍️
Have fun with it. Easy to build, cheap on the wallet and most of all IT WORKS! Thanks for watching. 73!
@@HR4NT hey l just have one question ❓ did you try it simplex or using the repeater ❓ waving at you from the city of Wichita Kansas !!
Dude! You're a ninja. As a brand new technician, I have read the book - and it feels like folks think if I can talk about it, I somehow "know" about it. NOTHING could be further from the truth. Your hands-on may seem simple to everyone else, but let me assure you - there are MANY of us who can't thank you enough. This video was AWESOME! Thank you.
Hey I am very glad to hear that!! I know everyone learns things differently and I try to bridge the gap to make sure that ham radio related stuff is explained in a way that is easy to digest and comprehend! Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
Good job. Really good build for cheap. I think I'll knock one out real soon.
They are a lot of fun to build and best of all...they work! Thanks for the support! 73!!
Wow. I’ll probably try this.
I think you will enjoy the build and the results. It is a fun build. Best of luck! Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!!
Thanks for showing us how to be a true HAM to build stuff ourselves vs secretly pushing a sponsored product like some other channels. You tell it like it is and no BS filler content or sound effects. thanks.
I am glad that you enjoyed the video. I occasionally do product reviews, however my reviews are honest opinions and based upon things I own and trust. I would never waste my viewers time with garbage items for the sake of a video. Thanks for watching! 73!
Hi!
Antenna works good
Bike is awesome👍
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
Great content. A demonstration in this style of building a cubical quad would be great.
I can definitely look into that. Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!!
I subbed you . You had me with the doing the cheap antenna . I am into showing that you do not have to have a truck load of cash to get into ham radio . I say that but I have not moved out of my Tech class ticket . I see no need to move up yet . Then I seen you are a brother rider ! Keep the shinny side up and 73 !
Thank you for the comment! Glad you liked the video. Anything you can build with minimum supplies and cost that works is a good thing! Thank for the support! 73!
Great content, I foresee your channel taking off with the content aimed at practical and entry level things like this. Keep up the great work!
I appreciate that! Eventually I will go more advanced, but I think for those who are on the fence about the hobby, these videos might lessen the apprehension to get in to Ham radio.
@@HR4NT you’re correct and I think you have a good plan. As long as your titles and keywords are relevant, the videos will forever be found by those searching for that. 👍
@@K5YVY I am all over the SEO portion of RUclips. LOL
very cool sir
Thank you! I hope you give it a shot and build one! Thanks for watching. 73!
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i use HF
not uhf vhf however its very great idea
Great content here! Going for my technician license sometime this week. Maybe the general too.
🤘😎🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Good luck! You will do great! Share with us on my FB group if you have FB and let us know you passed! Best of luck again! Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
@@HR4NT I took it yesterday evening and passed! So, some time in the next few days once the license part is completed with the FCC, I’ll be good to go.
This channel is a god send, other channels are so difficult to understand with all the technical jargon
This is the way. (Yeah, I saw that in the background in the shop...)
My first diy antenna was for CB. It was 1/2 wave made out of 1/2in copper pipe and household ground wire. I could talk 25mi on a good day with a stock radio.
Very Cool! My knowledge of CB is limited to watching Smoky and the Bandit...LOL But yeah, anything can be made into and antenna and if done right, you can definitely get great performance out of them. Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
Hi Scott
I have never built an antenna, I will now. Thanks 📯
This is a super simple first project. Once you build this, it will make you want to build another antenna...LOL Just follow what I did in the video and you should be good to go. I wish you the best of luck and hope you enjoy the project and the antenna! Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
Now this is just the coolest thing there is 😅
It was a fun build and I am finding out quickly that you can turn almost anything into an antenna from wire hangers to lawn chairs and fire extinguishers....LOL We sometimes play a game called "Will it antenna". Anyway, thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
Ham radio AND Festool! We both have expensive tastes and hobbies! I've been a pro cabinet maker for 30 years and have way more Festool than I really need but hey, It's fun right! Thank's for all you do!
Very cool! Thanks for sharing that. I guess I like expensive hobbies...LOL Love my Festool though...don't know how I lived without them! Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
I've gotta hear that first attempt story now LOL!
LOL...Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
The reason your "soldering iron" is overkill is because it's really a reflow workstation for reworking surface mount parts. The "heat shrink gun" is for reflowing solder to surface mount parts.
I understand that now. Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
Great video, from the guy in the UK that made the coat hanger antenna..
Thank you! I hope you got similar results from yours!
I've made this and worked Mir on Packet with it back in the day. Just making one now actually, but using 1.5mm manganese bronze brazing rod instead of coat hangar wire.
That's awesome Whatever works. I like to hear about innovative ways others have made this. Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
Mandalorian Helmet, Stormtrooper Edition truck and a Aegis Max on the workbench. My man is a geek and there's nothing wrong with that!
LOL...you caught all that?? Yep...guilty. Thanks for watching. 73!
@@HR4NT I is a geek too...
Brass Brazing rod also works great, you can buy it at a welding supply store, and it comes in different thickness.
Great suggestion! Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
awesome video! 😂 I just grabbed 3m of steel wire, as I’m watching this … gathering materials to build one! 🥰
Hope you enjoy it! This was a fun build for a first antenna. Best of luck! Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
follow-up: I didn’t have all the parts, but with what I *DID* have: it works, and better than a duckie! 🦆
Amazing! 🥰 thanks again!
yeah, there is “room for improvement” 😆 but, next one will be better! 💜👍
I just bought a book.....I find making antennas intriguing.
I L-O-V-E making antennas! Even ones I made before but using different components. It is just fun to make something that you end up using to make contacts around the world with. Glad to hear some one else likes it as much as I do. Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!
What kind of solder do you use? I can never get mine to stick to anything but copper!
Btw I truly appreciate all the videos, Ive been watching many of the last few days and found you the easiest person to understand on RUclips! Thanks man!
I use Kester leaded solder. Kester 83-4000-0000 SN60PB40 Solder unfortunately it is not available right now on Amazon, so you may have to go to your local supplier and see if they have it available. Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
nice!
Thank you for the comment and for watching. 73!
If you were to put a ring connector at the top of the vertical element, you could use it to hang the antenna from a limb. Just another option.
Very true and that may help out others. Thanks for sharing that and for watching. Glad you enjoyed the video! 73!!
Steel wire will stand up at these lengths whereas copper may not. Instead of a pole, it could be pulled up in a tree and the ground radials tied off to ground stakes with paracord or 1/8th inch elastic cord.
This gives me an idea for a yagi on a 1x4 board.
There are multiple ways to build this thing...I just demonstrated one for simplicity and showing how you can build an antenna for less and $15. Thanks for the comment and for watching. 73!!!!
Excellent Video Scott. You made it look very simple project for a newbie in ham radio like me. Can you tell what was the range from that contact in the video? Just curious.
I'm not exactly sure how far away the guy was but I would assume anywhere between 20 and 30 miles
Now i want to make one .. Great how 2
Thank you! They are easy to build and the parts are readily available. Glad you liked the show.
wow. all I can say is wow. Totally impressed, and am going to try this shortly. Studying for my Tec license as I speak. Subscribed and will check out your other Vids as Time goes by. Noice Harley BTW.
Dave WRUA674(GMRS, loud and proud, Conway, SC.)
Hey I am glad you enjoyed the video and hope that you build this antenna as a way to introduce you to building antennas. Thanks for watching and for the comment. 73!
Nice! Good and cheap!👍🍻🤓
You got that right! It is a super simple build and it works! Thanks for the comment and for watching!!! 73!!