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Essentially, a J-pole is a 1/2 wave resonant antenna connected to a quarter wave matching stub. The feedline is connected at a point on the matching stub that is at the feedline's characteristic impedance. The result is 3/4 of a wavelength on one side and 1/4 wavelength on the other side.

A website deticated to Boathancors, with lots of pictures of some of the most popular ol tube radios from Hallicrafters, Hammarlund, Heathkit, Lafayette, National, Zenith and some projects. Boatanchor is amateur radio slang for heavy old tube radio equipment. Originally derogatory, the term is now used affectionately. Seeing an old set working like new after careful repair, cleaning, and alignment gives one great satisfaction.

Our primary mission is to provide backup and secondary communications to our served agencies when needed. We also provide general volunteer and manpower services to the community. Geauga County OH

The Lancaster & Fairfield County Amateur Radio Club is a general interest amateur radio group that offers monthly licensing exams, emergency communication activities, and social gatherings. They meet on the first Saturday of each month at 10:00 am at the Fairfield County Emergency Management and Homeland Security in Lancaster, Ohio. Meetings are public and welcome anyone interested in amateur radio, electronics, and emergency communications.