Thanks to Paul Kline (W2PAK) for this excellent guide to the theory, construction, and use of quarter wave vertical antennas.
This step-by-step guide will help you better understand how and why a vertical antenna works, and the practical methods of improving performance of this versatile HF antenna.
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Thanks for joining us today.
Aloha es 73 de Russ (KH6JRM).
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Want to improve your radio signal reception and transmission? Learn all about quarter wave vertical antennas in this comprehensive guide! We'll cover everything from the basics of antenna theory to practical tips for building your own antenna.
In this video, you'll learn:
What is a quarter wave antenna?
How does a quarter wave antenna work?
The advantages and disadvantages of quarter wave antennas
How to build a simple quarter wave antenna
Tips for optimizing your antenna's performance
Whether you're a seasoned ham radio operator or just starting out, this video will help you get the most out of your quarter wave antenna.
Antenna Lengths for HF:
80 meter 61 ft 7 in
40 meter 32 ft 6 in
30 meter 23 ft 5 in
20 meter 16 ft 6 in
17 meter 12 ft 10 in
15 meter 11 ft 2 in
24 meter 9 ft 8 in
28 meter 8 ft 3 in (Note from Russ, KH6JRM, Paul Probably means the 10 meter amateur radio band which covers 28 MHz).
Here is the common mode choke video:
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