Antenna Projects & Kits
The following are some good emergency antenna projects to consider building. There are several reasons to consider building your own antennas for emergency work which include:
They are not expensive so if you loose them, or they get destroyed during the event you're not out big bucks!
You will gain a greater understanding of RF technologies especially antenna design.
You will learn how to improvise!
Last but not least, its fun!
Each antenna has a unique use. Please consider experimenting and playing! Share your success on the weekly nets as well!
Build a J-Pole for any frequency - Includes an Excel Spreadsheet!
Plans for a J-Pole
Pocket J-Pole
Half Wave J-Pole
Stacked 5/8
Field 2 meter Colinear
2 meter Colinear in PVC
2 meter Halo
Eggbeater Loop Antenna
HF Antenna Designs
Trickle Charge Circut
Off Site Plans
NVIS Short Range Antenna Systems for HF
NVIS Discussions
KB1DIG's Home Site
Copper Cactus Plans
N7QVC's J-Pole Plans
St. Louis Vertical (10-40m)
Windom - 6 bands in one antenna
Quickie Vertical- By KQ6RH
Wide Band Folded Dipole
Horizontally Oriented, Horizontally Polarized Large Wire Loop Antennas
Disaster Supply Kit
Being ready for an event or disaster requires preperation before the call comes. This means getting a supply kit together and knowing what is in it. We have included a article to help start your list.