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Able to cover all frequencies between 3.5 and about 10 MHz, the loop described here is directional, does not require a radial system, and stands just 1.8 metres tall. The antenna can be put together in a short time and is cheap by Peter Parker VK3YE ex VK1PK

140 feet of insulated wire, the first half of which (70 feet) is space wound on an insulated tube.

This article describes a simple but effective wide bandwidth six metre antenna

The antenna is nothing more than a simple 2.4 metre square loop drawing pinned to the internal brick wall of the spare bedroom. Yep, thats right, the inside wall of the spare bedroom - ideal for flat dwellers, hotel rooms or whinging neighbours, The loop has a simple switched inductance at the top of the square loop and uses a simple coaxial stub to tune the antenna. An additional variable capacitor placed across the feedpoint can be used to fine tune the resonance of the antenna, by Andy G0FTD

Described here is a simple multi-band magnetic loop antenna designed for 20, 30 and 40 metres, but by changing the overall length of the wire coverage of other bands is feasible

How to construct a very small but efficient Antenna with PVC Plumbing tube and discarded fruit cans. - Just the thing to fit in a small space such as the house attic

This antenna is based on a 10 Metre long fibreglass fishing pole

by Greg Weinfurtner AEE BSS

Build a longwire antenna for 50 Mhz

Attic Fan dipole antenna that allow to operate QRP from 40 metres to 10 metres, specifically 40, 20, 17, 15 & 10 meter band

Making your own 2 metre (146 MHz) 5/8th wave whip antenna

A small transmitting loop antenna for 20 metres using a aluminium bicycle wheel rim.

A simple multi-band magnetic loop antenna designed for 20, 30 and 40 metres, made from 16 feet of RG58 coax cable. The performance is impressive for its size but not meant to replace a Yagi. The antenna features a tuning head, matching unit, tuning capacitors, band change switch, and matching transformer. The feedpoint is at the bottom of the loop. The document provides detailed instructions on assembly and operation.

VE3HCR article of a home made loop antenna for 80 meters band

VHF Antenna in a lunchbox. The magnetic loop on two metres band Lloyd Butler VK5BR

An option for restricted and limited space, to operate the six meters band with an indoor three elements yagi antenna by Brian Williams

This simple antenna is capable of remarkable results on 160, 80 and 40 metres. Forming a triangle from around 50 feet of satellite TV coaxial cable, the top of the triangle can be as low as 15 feet, and the lower side just high enough to prevent a passer by hanging themselves

An EH Antenna for 10 meters by Lloyd Butler VK5BR

The page describes the construction of a simple omnidirectional, vertically-polarised dipole antenna for two metres using coaxial cable. It can be used indoors or outdoors, with no extravagant gain claims. The project is low-cost and can be completed in about 20 minutes.

An homebrewed dipole antenna for 14MHz

A simple delta loop antenna antenna for the six metre amateur radio band

An home made SWR meter for 2.4 GHz. A DIY SWR meter that allow precise measurements and calibration of any WiFi antenna. This is test equipment everyone who build wifi antennas should have in their shack. Article is in french and include some videos.

Making your own 2 metre (146 MHz) 5/8th wave whip antenna

A lightweight inverted vee antenna that can be supported by a 10 metre long fiberglass squid pole. The antenna is designed to cover 10, 15, 20, 40 and 80 m bands.

The HB9CV is a well known two element antenna of a directional beam type with a forward gain of 4 to 5 dBd. This one is for two metres but it can be scaled, from the dimensions in the diagram, for other bands I have also made them for four and six metres

Building a 2 metre 144MHz VHF Yagi beam antenna, designed for portable use.

A 2-metre Quad antenna project by K6WXA in PDF file

A delta loop antenna for the 4 meter band by GW7AAV

A homemade 10 element Yagi Beam Antenna for 50 Mhz by Rod Mackintosh, a NBS Yagi on a 13.2 metre boom.

G4ILO compares popular antennas for 2 metre band handhelds so as to see how much you lose using a small inconspicuous antenna or how much you gain by using a long antenna.

Simple 6 Metre DX Antenna based on an article by LB Cebick in QST May 2002 on a Quad Turnstile antenna. This antenna is basically two full wave loops mounted at right angles fed 90 degrees out of phase to produce an omni-directional horizontally polarized pattern

This article is about a home made project of a whip antenna for 2 meters band. Includes lenght of whip for all frequencies from 140 MHz to 151 MHz both in mm and inches

A 160 Metre Transmitting and Receiving Thin Wire Magnetic Loop Capable of DX. Designed and Patented by Ben Edginton G0CWT

This project is a full wavelength, horizontal, loop antenna for the 40 metre Amateur Radio band, built using insulated copper wire in a diamond shape, supported by egg insulators, tethered to 4 masts, each 6.5m high

The G3JVL 6M ground plane vertical is a compact antenna that is ideal for portable operations. It packs away into a small bag only 1.3 metres long which is an ideal size for hand-baggage on aircraft.

This article demonstrate how to build and mount a 40 meter loaded dipole using basic materials. This antenna reduce the overall length of an HF dipole through the use of loading coils.

The _G3TSO_ Mobile Antenna Page details construction and tuning methods for mobile antennas operating across **10 to 160 metres**. The content describes a Hustler-based design, optimized for RF performance and vehicle speeds, featuring centre loading. For optimal operation on various bands, the loading coil placement requires clearance from the vehicle body. Antenna resonance is critical for efficient mobile operation. A mobile antenna's base impedance may be as low as 27 ohms, requiring specific matching to achieve maximum radiation, as a minimum SWR at the transmitter does not always indicate resonance or maximum output. Tuning involves physical adjustment of antenna length to achieve resonance at the operating frequency. The _G3TSO_ page outlines a tuning procedure utilizing a low-power signal source and a field strength meter to identify maximum radiation before impedance matching. Loading coil placement, either at the base, center, or top of the antenna, influences radiation efficiency and mechanical stability for mobile installations. Centre-loaded whips, such as the Hustler design, offer a compromise between efficiency and stability, often for single-band operation. Helically wound antennas, including those for **28 MHz**, may present base impedances around 17 ohms, resulting in a 3:1 SWR at resonance. Low resistance grounding at the antenna base is also specified for optimizing performance and minimizing RFI during mobile operation. DXZone Focus: Mobile | Any | Antenna Tuning | HF

144MHz 2m Portable Yagi VHF Beam Antenna. This page contains construction details on a 2 metre 144MHz VHF Yagi beam antenna, designed for portable use.

A Trapped dipole inverted V antenna for lower HF Bands. Construction details are for temporary installation. Permanent installations will require additional ruggedising and waterproofing however the basic electronics concepts remain the same. This project includes SWR plots for the three bands and pictures details of the homemade traps.

This is a design based on the QuickYagi 4 software by WA7RAI with some changes for practical reasons. The beam uses 6.5 metres of standard 25mm square boom, 12mm diameter elements without tapers. The actual boom length used is 6.3 metres and all parts are readily available.

This six element LFA Yagi for six meters has a 1.5 inch square boom with a 1.5 inch secondary boom beneath the first. This ensures the 7.3 metre long boom will not sag and will not require any guying. This antenna has 12.3 dBi Gain and just over 23dB F/B.

Discover the success story of creating a 4-meter Delta Loop antenna, ideal for improving radio communication. This horizontally polarized antenna offers efficient performance when mounted at VHF heights, catering to both HF and VHF characteristics. A simple, DIY project suitable for portable setups, providing versatile options for radio enthusiasts.

This article details the author's process of designing and building a trap dipole antenna for the 17, 12, and 6-meter amateur radio bands using a Yaesu FT-450 transceiver. The antenna incorporates parallel-tuned circuit traps to enable operation across multiple bands without switching aerials. Key construction details, including coil and capacitor specifications, are discussed, along with the testing results, which include successful long-distance communications on the 50 MHz band. The article highlights the flexibility of home-built antennas and provides insights for amateur radio enthusiasts looking to optimize multi-band performance.

Demonstrates the construction and portable deployment of a 40-meter horizontal loop antenna, often referred to as a "Sky Loop" or "DX-Buster." The design adapts a full-wavelength horizontal loop for field use, eliminating the need for traditional insulators by employing four 5-meter heavy-duty _squid poles_ and metal post bases for support. This setup facilitates rapid assembly, crucial for portable operations, with the antenna wire length specified at approximately 43-45 meters for optimal 40-meter band performance. The resource details the specific construction methodology, including winding the antenna wire around rubber caps on the squid poles and securing it with electrical tape. It provides a parts list and assembly techniques, focusing on minimizing components for ease of transport and quick setup. The article, originally published in the February 2013 edition of the Central Coast ARC "Smoke Signals" magazine, reflects practical experience. This documentation offers a field-deployable 40-meter loop antenna solution, utilizing readily available components like fiberglass squid poles. It presents a practical approach for operators seeking a robust, portable antenna for the 40-meter band, emphasizing simplicity and efficiency in its design and deployment.

Paul McMahon details the design and construction of a four-element Yagi antenna for the 50-52.5 MHz range, published in Amateur Radio Magazine (Dec 2011). The antenna, featuring a raised driven element and a capacitive/DC connection using copper strips, maintains consistent VSWR and performance despite two years of weather exposure. The design utilizes inexpensive plumbing conduit for the boom and provides detailed construction guidelines, parts lists, and performance analysis through 4NEC2 simulations.