VHF, UHF & Microwave Ground Plane Antenna Resources
Find information and suppliers for ground plane antennas designed for very high frequency, ultra high frequency, and microwave operations.
Ground plane antennas are a common choice for VHF, UHF, and microwave bands, especially for local repeater access and short-range simplex QSOs. These antennas are vertically polarized and often used where omnidirectional coverage is desired. Hams frequently build ground plane antennas for their simplicity and effectiveness, making them popular for both fixed stations and portable operations.
Many operators find ground plane designs easy to homebrew for various bands, using readily available materials. While commercial options from manufacturers like Mosley Electronics offer robust multi-frequency designs, the basic ground plane concept is straightforward enough for antenna projects at any skill level. They provide a good radiation pattern for working local repeaters and can be a solid foundation for a station's initial VHF/UHF antenna setup.
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