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This is part 2 of Chuck's (KK6USY) 2 meter Yagi antenna project. In part 1, Chuck reviews the basic theory, construction, and testing procedures involving in building this lightweight, portable antenna.
In part 2, Chuck focuses on antenna element measurements and other aspects of antenna construction.
The finished project is ideal for both home station use and field operations.
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Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).
Here are some comments from Chuck (KK6USY):
In this video I show more of the 2m Yagi build and more close up video of the antenna.
Dimensions,
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reflector - 20 1/8" x 2 1/4" in from end of boom
driven - 19 5/16" x 2 11 3/16" from reflector - insulated from boom use nylon washers and all thread
dir. 1 - 18 3/16" x 2 17 3/16 from reflector
dir. 2 - 17 15/16" x 2 37 5/8" from reflector
dir. 3 - 17 11/16" x 2 58" from reflector
Boom is 1/2" aluminum tubing 58.5" long
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