by kb9vbr | May 31, 2023 | Antennas
Can a non resonant antenna be efficient? It sure can. I show you how to build a non resonant random wire antenna with a 9:1 transformer. You may be quite familiar with the end fed half wave antenna. That’s a very popular and common antenna that consists of resonant...
by kb9vbr | Jan 8, 2023 | Antennas
I demonstrate an improved ground radial system for the Wolf River Coil Silver Bullet 1000 Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:https://www.paypal.me/kb9vbr Become a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: https://www.patreon.com/kb9vbrantennas Support Ham Radio...
by kb9vbr | Jun 30, 2022 | Antennas
A viewer asks: Why J-Pole antennas? I mean it’s a cool design and all, but some people swear by them. What advantages do they have? Lower take-off angle? Gain? Joe and I share some insight on why the J-Pole is such a popular antenna for VHF/UHF operation....
by kb9vbr | May 24, 2022 | Antennas
Nestled deep in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest in Northwest Wisconsin is the small town of Clam Lake. Clam Lake is best known for the excellent hunting and fishing in the area, and of course the herd of elk that roam the countryside. But the elk population is...
by kb9vbr | Nov 20, 2021 | Antennas
Joe, KD9CJX and Jerry W9GLG give a presentation on end fed antennas at the Wisconsin Valley Radio Association’s 2021 ARRL Field Day. This was the group’s educational activity for Field Day. Become a patron! Unlock exclusive content at:...
by kb9vbr | Oct 21, 2020 | Antennas
I’m no stranger to antenna analyzers. I’ve been using them for close to 20 years ever since I purchased an MFJ-259, and up until recently I replaced it with my Rigexpert AA-600 professional meter. The AA-600 is an excellent product, but it, along with the MFJ meter...
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