KB9VBR J-Pole Antennas » VHF

The Original 2 meter J-Pole Antenna

Michael — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 14:51:55 +0000

KB9VBR 2 meter J-Pole antenna

This is the original KB9VBR all copper 2 meter J-Pole antenna. Ruggedly constructed one piece design, this antenna will last practically forever. The specs for the two meter version are as follows: Overall length 69 inches, radiator 58 inches, matching stub 19 inches. An S0-239 connector is soldered on at the point of lowest SWR.

Each antenna is individually tested and tuned for optimum performance on their respective bands. The two meter antenna is tuned to 146MHZ (1.2:1 SWR or less at 146MHz), and the SWR is 1.4:1 or less throughout the entire 2 meter band. This antenna also loads up on 70cm for excellent dual band performance. Gain on this omnidirectional antenna is about 3db over a 1/4 wave groundplane. This style of antenna has been said to outperform a Ringo Ranger.

I got the 2 meter J-Pole about a week or two ago and just now finally got it mounted. Very nice! I have been reading the Missouri repeater directory trying to see how many repeaters I can hit. So far, the furthest is 90 miles away. I was actually taken by suprise when I keyed up, said my call and got a repeater beep back! I was not expecting to hit one that far away. Talked on another repeater that was 60 miles away and he stated I was full quieting. Very awesome! – Andrew WA0TFV

This is a super antenna for any situation. Great for base stations, this antenna can be mounted on a mast, tower or even strapped to an apartment balcony. This is at terrific antenna for digital communications; use it on your packet, dx cluster or APRS station. Also great for portable use, and the rugged design makes it an excellent emergency antenna. some people even use it as a VHF scanner antenna. If you have anyquestions, please go to my contact page.The perennial favorite here and on eBay. This antenna has outstanding performance on 2m and also loads up well on 70cm. Overall length is 69 inches with an 11 inch mounting stub. SO-239 connector is soldered on at the point of lowestSWR.

Price: $27.00 + 8.00 shipping

The Breakaway 2 meter J-Pole

Michael — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:20:00 +0000

Break away 2 meter J-Pole antenna

The 2 meter J-Pole with a two piece design. Same dimensions as the original J-Pole but with a screw connector in the middle for easy transport and storage. Now the antenna will fit in the trunk of your car. Carry it with you for fast emergency communications deployment.

Price: $30.00 + 8.00 shipping

The 222MHz J-Pole

Michael — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 16:04:06 +0000

Its difficult to find a good base antenna for the 222MHz band. Many of the manufacturers have given up on this banc, which is a shame. This baby will get you on the air with great signal reports. Getting on 220 is like having your own private repeater or simplex frequencies. Overall length of 49 inches with an 11 inch mounting stub.

Price: $22.00 + 6.50 shipping

The Low Power FM (LPFM) J-Pole

Michael — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 16:02:10 +0000

Low Power FM radio is taking off like crazy. If you are putting together a community radio station, special interest broadcast station or just want to transmit Christmas music to go with your holiday lights display, then this antenna is for you. This is a great basic antenna for your low power FM transmitter. The LPFM J-Pole is vertically polarized with about 3db of gain. The average height is about 95 inches but varies slightly with the frequency it is tuned to. The antenna comes in two pieces with a screw connector in the middle for easy transport and storage. When you order this antenna, please tell me which frequency you want it tuned to, as each antenna is custom tuned when built.

Price: $44.00 + $10.00 shipping

The 6 Meter J-Pole

Michael — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:43:09 +0000

KB9vBR 6 meter J-Pole

This is my favorite antenna. A monster of an antenna measuring 13.5 feet; the six meter J-Pole will exceed your expectations. Click to see a full size picture. It outperforms most commercial antennas with its solid 3 db of gain. Excellent performance; hit repeaters 40 miles away with only 5 watts. The 6 meter J features a two piece design for shipping and easy storage. It is constructed of a combination of 3/4 and 1/2 inch copper tubing for rigidity and light weight. The antenna also has a stabilizer to keep the matching stub from swaying in the wind. The antenna is vertically polarzied for FM work and is pretuned to the 52.525 Mhz calling frequency.

Chris, KI4JVK writes: “Speak softly,but carry a BIG STICK”Words of wisdom that aptly apply to the photo of KB9VBR 6 meter Copper J-Pole mounted on a 1 7/8 diameter 20′ long galvanized pipe at my Qth.The antenna speaks “softly” with a MFJ-9406X Tranceiver (10 watts PEP)!I have QSL’s in Canada,USA and the Carribean.The magic band you gotta luv it!

KB9VBR 6 meter J-Pole installed at KI4JVK location

Price: $75.00 + 28.00 shipping

The MURS Band J-Pole

Michael — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:32:49 +0000

The license free MURS band is great for families and community groups to get on the air. This antenna is a perfect complement for your MURS base station. Tuned for the 152-154 MHz band, this antenna has an overall length of 65 inches with an 11 inch mounting stub. SO-239 connector is soldered on at the point of lowest SWR.

Price: $27.00 + $8.00 shipping

The Railroad Band J-Pole

Michael — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:28:23 +0000

The railroad band J-Pole is a big hit with railfans everywhere. This antenna is tuned to the 162 MHz railroad band and will give you superior performance over the antenna that came with your scanner. If you are serious about listening to the rail band, then this is the antenna for you. 60 inches overall with an SO-239 connector soldered on the spot of lowest SWR.

Price: $27.00 + $8.00 shipping

The Marine Band J-Pole

Michael — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:27:10 +0000

Our J-Poles work great for other frequencies also. The Marine band J-Pole is tuned for the 155-159 Mhz VHF Marine Band. Overall length is 64 inches with an 11 inch mounting stub. SO-239 connector is soldered on at the point of lowest SWR.

Price: $27.00 + $8.00 shipping