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Also known as the Backpacker's Delight Antenna. This Folding J Pole Antenna is the original design of Mike Heiler KA0ZLG and was featured on the Front Cover of the March 2005 QST Magazine.

The Double Bazooka Dipole is a very efficient single band antenna which is very quite, and does not require the use of a balun. This antenna consists of coax (RG58) or other 50 ohm type with the shield split at the center and the feedline attached to the open ends

Multiband Center-Loaded Off-Center-Fed Dipole (CL-OCFD) antenna that work on 80m 40m 30m 20m 15m 10m. The Center-Loaded Off-Center-Fed Dipole (CL-OCFD) antenna, developed by Serge Stroobandt, offers a versatile solution for amateur radio enthusiasts, covering multiple HF bands (80, 40, 30, 20, 15, and 10 meters) without the need for an antenna tuner. This innovative design utilizes a capacitor for resonance on the 80-meter band and a resistor to manage static charges. The CL-OCFD enhances bandwidth and simplifies operation, making it a significant advancement on OCF Dipole design.

An easy to make trap dipole antenna for 40 and 20 meters

A mobile setup using a dipole antenna for 10 to 80 meters band in italian

An antenna for the 2-meter band, made by sliding coax insulator braid over a glass fiber bicycle safety flag pole

Online calculator for Logarithmic Periodic Dipole Antenna LPDA

The J pole vertical for 14MHz is built from a fifty-foot TV push up mast by Mike Higgins, K6AER

a Javascript for calculating the lengths of tubing to be used for the construction of a Super J-Pole.

All antennas for shortwave broadcasting, Log-periodic, Dipole Arrays, Curtains antennas, rhombics, broadband dipoles with photos and details.

This type of antenna has same performance as a dipole, but requires only one single mounting point

The total length of this antenna is 41m, height is about 11m, and diameter of element is 2mm. JA7KPI modified this antenna originally used as Inverted-V type of 80m band Dipole. Works on 40 - 80 meters band with acceptable swr.

This is a vertically polarized Broadside and Collinear Array each Loop is a vertically polarized Broadside Array both the right and the left side of the Loop is a bent 1/2 wave dipole working 180 degrees out of phase with the other one and that gives you 4.15dbi of gain by KE4UYP

A dipole antenna for 12 17 and 30 meters band

This project started as a result of renewed interest in 40 meters coupled with the desire for an antenna system that would be more effective than the simple dipole.

How High should my Dipole be? Dipole Antennas - the Effect of Height Above Ground

Indoor multiband dipole with EZNEC data files for simulation and analysis. Includes details on construction, tuning, SWR plots, and software usage. This page includes two different dipoles, a first version for 20-10 meters and an extended version covering 40-10 meters allowing a full coverage of most used ham radio HF Bands.

Build a 10 Meter Technician Class Dipole antenna. Get on 10 Meters fast with this basic 10 Meter Dipole project by hamuniverse

A simple dipole built for two-band operation can be used for portable use and operate 20 and 40 meter bands

Drawings and short descriptio in spanish for dipoles and bazooka antenna.

Online calculator for a 4 to 1 coax cable balun

Rigid Dipole antennas for 14 MHz band using PVC and Aluminium tubing

A full size half-wave 30m dipole installed in an attic

W3DZZ trap dipole for 80 through 10 meters

Dipole, Yagi, Vertical, Cubic quad, Log periodic, J-pole, coil, and transmission line design package for the Macintosh

Easy to setup dipole antenna for 4 meters band by Tony Hawker G4CJZ

Interesting article on mobile antennas by Cebik. . The article offers advice for setting up and operating mobile antennas for ham radio use. It emphasizes the lossy nature of mobile-in-motion antennas but encourages users to rise to the challenge. Steps include safeguarding car electronics, choosing proper cabling, and carefully selecting and mounting antennas. It highlights potential issues like roof mounting, trunk lip grounding, and side-mounting for trucks. For stationary operation, options like dipoles or beams are explored, with safety tips for masts and guying systems. Lastly, it stresses safety, suggesting stopping the vehicle to operate whenever possible

A Simple Nondirectional Antenna for Ten Meters QST February 1950, Easy to build J-Pole antenna for restricted space.

DX dual dipoles by nb6z for 20 and 15 meters

There are many ways to support an amateur radio antenna. Installatio of a utility pole will provide an antenna height of approximately 13 meters (40 feet) and will require no guy wires.

Slinky Antenna Basics, clandestine dipole

Inverted vee dipole antenna for 20 meters band by VK1OD

All copper J-Pole antennas for sale. 6 meter, 2 meter, 222 MHz, 440 MHz, LPFM, Marine, GMRS. Includes a construction plan in pdf format if you wish to build your own antenna.

The document is a PDF detailing the construction of the DBJ-1 VHF-UHF Dual Band J-Pole antenna for amateur radio use. It provides instructions on how to build a high-performance dual band base antenna for VHF and UHF bands using a single feed line for less than $10.

An adjustable VSWR, 2 meter J-Pole

What is NVIS Near Vertical Incident Skywave. This article on NVIS (Near Vertical Incidence Skywave) explores its role in short-range HF communication, covering 0-200 miles. NVIS utilizes antennas with high radiation angles and frequencies below the ionospheric critical frequency to achieve reliable local contact. He details optimal antennas, like low dipoles, and practical tips for maximizing NVIS performance, emphasizing its advantages such as reduced noise and independent operation without repeaters. However, challenges include frequency sensitivity and the need for appropriate antenna setups at both ends for effective communication.

The H-Pole is a vertical multiband wire antenna for 160-10 meters bands

Article and comparison between bazooka antennas and dipole, taking care of effieciency and bandwidth

Design your own folded dipole antenna

Full size or shortened dipoles, Single band or Multi band, Half Square Antennas, Fan Dipole Antennas, Delta Loop Antennas, Antennas completely assembled Loading coil packages, delta loops

Broadband dipole antenna, needs an antenna tuner but can reach 3db gain over dipole

The Cedevita-20 is a hybrid monoband antenna, the result of merging the radiator of a shortened vertical with one element of a dipole. It fits on most balconies and must be hung from the ceiling. By ik1zyw Paolo Cravero

How to build a trapped rotary dipole with many photos ecc.

Described here is a simple omni-directional, vertically-polarized dipole for two meters. Made from coaxial cable, it can be rolled up and stored in a small container

The W8JK is a famous and effective DX antenna, first built by John Kraus, W8JK, in 1937. A Beam antenna with two parallel dipoles driven with opposite phase, with a close spacing of an eighth of a wavelength.

20 meter wire j-pole for 14.2 MHz, a vertical, end-fed half wave antenna by N1LO

The W3DZZ trap dipole is a versatile and economical antenna option for amateur radio operators looking to work multiple bands without the need for extensive equipment. This antenna design utilizes traps to allow operation on various HF bands, making it suitable for both casual operators and serious DXers. Its construction is straightforward, making it accessible for beginners while still providing excellent performance for seasoned hams. Constructed with readily available materials, the W3DZZ trap dipole can be built to fit specific band requirements, allowing operators to optimize their setup for the frequencies they intend to use. The design is particularly favored for its ability to maintain a low profile while delivering effective radiation patterns. Whether you're contesting or chasing DX, this antenna can enhance your station's capabilities without breaking the bank.

A stacked Jpole antenna plan by Gary - KGØZP

French manufacturer (F5MSU) of antennas and accessories since 1999 : Yagi, Delta-loop, dipoles, T2FD, verticales, EFHW, baluns, ununs, etc.

This article was reprinted to assist new hams at building their own 2 metre antenna. This design is very rugged and can be built for a few dollars with most of the parts available at your local Home Depot.