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Some techniques on homebrewing yagi antennas by VK5AJL

A Collection of EME Reflector Antennas and YAGI Arrays.

YT1VP Yagi antenna for 6 meters

Pictures, design plan and description of a 5 element yagi antenna for the 4 meters band by 9A7PJT

An interesting presetnation full of usefull tricks to correctly design and build 23 cm Yagi using simple tools. The basic design of the antenna presented in this document is taken from the original DL6WU Yagi Design published in 1982

This home made antenna provides around 10.5dBd gain on 70cm, and 6.5dBd gain on 2m, which is more than adequate to work the FM satellites with a handheld dual band radio

A Yagi-Mag antenna for the 4 meters band with NEC and MMANA files plans and pictures

Six meter band DJ9BV yagi antennas by YT1VP

YU7EF 8 elements yagi antenna for 4 meters band

A home made 4 element yagi antenna that can be easily adapted for 10 meter band

An interesting article by V2EVN on moxon yagi antennas

It has been 40 years since the VHF-UHF Quagi antenna--a combination of the desirable features of a Yagi and a cubical quad--was developed and the design was first published in the newsletter of the Southern California VHF Club, a forerunner of today's Western States Weak Signal Society.

Which is better a 20m antenna for an island DXpedition: Yagi at 25', or a vertical or two on the beach?

Antenna Authority Inc. offers a wide assortment of directional, wideband antennas and other equipment specifically engineered for radio direction finding (DFing) and geolocation applications. Their product line includes _log periodic_, _cavity-backed spirals_, and _Yagi_ antennas, alongside covert antenna solutions for various operational requirements. The company emphasizes its expertise in designing and manufacturing specialized antennas for both overt and covert operations. Beyond standard offerings, Antenna Authority Inc. provides custom design services to meet specific client needs, focusing on tailored RF directional products. Their capabilities extend to developing antennas for vehicles and optimizing their operational performance in diverse scenarios. The firm is located at 3381 W. County Line Road, Douglasville, Ga. 30135-1145. Ferrel Bentley is associated with Antenna Authority Inc., which has been operating since at least 2005, as indicated by the copyright notice.

How to improve your transmitting antennas for very low solar activity periods, vertically polarized 160 meter antennas, horizontally polarized 80 to 10 meter antennas, single or stacked yagis, multi-tower stations

A six meter band 3 element yagi beam antenna project with shortened elements using coax cables with the outer ends stripped and the center conductor shorted in somewhat of a Bazooka antenna.

A great and efficient monoband VHF portable antenna. The article consist of two version of a 12.5 Ohm 3 elements yagi beam antenna plans for the two meter band, a full sized and a shortened version expecially designed for the SSB and CW on 144 MHz.

A 2 elements yagi beam for 12 meters band with liear load

Dubus article about DL6WU long yagi antennas for 23 cm band Article is both in german and english. Yagi antennas are valid alternative to dishes for troposcatter operations. This article explains design and mechanical data for 1296 MHz Yagi Antennas

Article on Yagi and Log periodic antennas by Tom, K1JJ

Basic priciples of Yagi antennas and its variations like Quagi antennas, Quad antennas includes pictures, drawings and online calculators by KN9B

Horizontal polarized omni directional 50MHz Antenna. This antenna is intented to use in a contest station as a second system beside the stacked yagi beam system. An omnidirectional systeem can be an advantage when it comes to short openings on wich the operator must react quickly.

VHF Yagi antennas with low Q, extending the boom.

eHam reviews about Cushcraft X7 yagi antenna

A compact high G/T Yagi with bent Drive element by DG7YBN

A practical guide on hombrewing Yagi antennas, including notes on Driven Element, Transformation & Symmetrising Coax Lines, Full Boom length vs. electrical length, Elements & Insulators on Boom and additional tips and tricks, in English and German

A folded dipole is an antenna, with two conductors connected on both sides, and folded to form a cylindrical closed shape, to which feed is given at the center.

Article on 50 Mhz Yagi Antennas stacking by OH1ZAA/NN0Y

Presents _Beam Quest_, the official Japanese distributor for _SteppIR_ antennas, detailing their product lineup and services. The site showcases various _SteppIR_ Yagi models, including the _Dream Beam_ series (DB42, DB36, DB18E, DB11) with configurations from two to four elements, alongside the _Big IR_ and _Small IR_ vertical antennas. It also lists accessories such as TX/RX and PC interfaces, essential for integrating these advanced antenna systems into a ham shack. Operators often seek out _SteppIR_ antennas for their dynamically adjustable element lengths, which allow for optimization across multiple bands, a significant advantage for DXing and contesting. This adaptability contrasts sharply with fixed-element Yagis, providing a distinct edge in varying band conditions. The resource provides contact information, including email and phone numbers, for inquiries and support regarding _SteppIR_ products within Japan, serving as a direct point of contact for sales and technical assistance.

A 70 cm yagi antenna design by YU7EF includes tables with antenna elements dimension and spacing. This UHF Yagi antenna plan provides a maximum gain of 17.93 db

The video delves into the fascinating science behind antennas, which are crucial for receiving and transmitting electromagnetic waves. It explains how antennas convert electric signals into electromagnetic waves for transmission, and how they operate through the oscillation of positive and negative charges in dipole arrangements. Practical antenna implementations, such as dipole antennas for TV reception and Yagi-Uda antennas with reflectors and directors, are also discussed alongside modern dish TV antennas with parabolic reflectors for signal processing. It's a comprehensive overview of how antennas work and their significance in communication technology.

How to stack different band yagi antenna in a single tower

Over 150 pages of content are dedicated to maximizing activity on the 6-meter band, often referred to as the _Magic Band_. The resource details various propagation modes, including sporadic E, F2, and tropospheric ducting, providing insights into their characteristics and how to leverage them for DX contacts. It also covers essential equipment considerations, from transceivers and transverters to specific antenna designs optimized for 50 MHz operation, such as Yagis and Moxon antennas. The eBook presents strategies for participating in 6-meter contests and pursuing awards like _VUCC_, offering practical advice on logging software and operating techniques. It includes discussions on software tools useful for predicting propagation and managing contacts, alongside guidance on finding and utilizing DX maps to identify openings. The author, K5ND, shares his extensive experience to help operators achieve successful 6-meter DXing. Specific sections address the code of practice for 50 MHz operations and provide assistance in locating rare DX opportunities. The content is structured to guide both new and experienced operators through the nuances of the band, from initial setup to advanced operating strategies.

Patents of most popular antenna models including Zeppelin Antenna, Beverage Antenna , Franklin Antenna , Yagi-Uda Antenna , Sterba Antenna , Rhombic Antenna , Turnstile Antenna , Folded Dipole Antenna , Coaxial Antenna , Slot Antenna , Discone Antenna , Quad Antenna Element , Log Periodic Antenna , Swiss Quad Antenna

This page describes a comparison study on seven different beam antennas for 40 meters band. Yagi antennas, moxon antennas, mini horse all antennas are described with schema diagram , azimuth plot and SWR F/B Gain diagram

This is a synopsis of a talk presented to the Sydney VHF DX GROUP by VK2ZAB on how, when and why is convenient to build a Yagi antenna stack.

On-line shop for coax cables, RF connectors, Lightning protectors, Create antenna rotators, antenna masts and mounts, amateur antennas by FlexaYagi, Tonna F9FT, ANjo-Antennen and M2 Antennas based in Eggolsheim Germany

Stacking yagi antennas for 50 Mhz band article by by Zaba, OH1ZAA/NN0Y

A 18 elements Yagi antenna for 432/435 MHz as published on 2011 CQ VHF magazine

An attempt to build a 2m antenna. Consist of a 4 element yagi antenna for SOTA activities

The calculator designs the Yagi-Uda antenna based on the DL6WU model with boom correction, following the G3SEK-DL6WU method. It optimizes the antenna for maximum gain and allows adjustment of passive elements without affecting SWR. DL6WU antennas are known for their high gain, minimal sensitivity to nearby objects, and stable performance in various weather conditions.

Antennas for the 1296 MHz based on the construction plans of some Yagis 35 elements by DL6WU, F9FT, DJ9YW. These antennas features a boom of about 3 m and gives a gain of about 17.8 dBd

Documents S21RC's construction of an impedance transformer harness for a VHF/UHF cross yagi, utilizing 20m of _RG179_ cable. Details the creation of a DIY RF sampler with a -50dB sampling output, primarily for measuring HF radio PA section output with a Spectrum Analyzer, also applicable for _Pure Signal_ transmission. Chronicles the deployment of a 200m long beverage antenna for the _S21DX IOTA_ operation in 2022, positioned 2m above ground. Discusses the construction of a 3-element short beam for 10m to replace a previous 2-element antenna, with assistance from S21DW. Provides guidance on operating cheap _PA-70_ and _PA-100_ type Chinese SSPAs using IRF530 MOSFETs, emphasizing the necessity of a final LPF. Outlines the design and construction of a fully isolated interface for radio-to-computer connections, supporting various digital modes with isolated ground, audio transformers for IN/OUT, optical isolation for CAT/CIV, and isolated PTT/COS lines. Includes a log of software updates, such as the _HMI/TFT for NX8048K070_ and _2.1.14 Lite_ release with bug fixes for PEP hold and gradual watt decay.

YU7EF EF0206 2m Band 6 Element Yagi Antenna project, provides 11.8 dbi gain

A home made RDF 3 elements Yagi that can be used for fox hunting. The particularity of this antenna is that it can be folded, in order to save space while travelling. In Dutch.

A short 3 element LFA Yagi for 50MHz with a 1.94M boom. This antenna has been designed in order to minimise the upward and downward lobes typically seen the the EL plane on Yagi antennas.

A collection of 450 MHz Cheap Yagis that have proven great portable operations, back-packing and transmitter hunts, and are something inexpensive you can throw up in the attic for that weak repeater

A basic YAGI UDA online antenna calculator, accept as input frequency, number of elements, diameter of parasitic element and boom diameter. This online calculator will generate a basic design data including each element length and spacing.

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A review of the SteppIR UrbanBeam antenna a two element Yagi antenna working 40-6 meters. The UrbanBeam is a good choice for those thare are limited by lot size, regulations, city regulations.