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This guide provides step-by-step instructions for constructing a tin can waveguide antenna, commonly known as a cantenna, for enhancing WiFi signal range. The project is budget-friendly, costing under $5, and utilizes easily accessible materials like a food can and basic electronic components. The design is suitable for 802.11b and 802.11g wireless networks, operating within the 2.4 GHz frequency range. To start, gather the necessary parts including an N-Female chassis mount connector, nuts, bolts, and a suitable can. The assembly process involves drilling holes in the can for the connector and mounting the probe. The guide emphasizes the importance of can dimensions and placement for optimal performance, encouraging experimentation for best results. This project is ideal for amateur radio operators and DIY enthusiasts looking to improve their wireless connectivity without significant investment. Safety precautions are advised, as the author does not hold electrical engineering credentials. Users are encouraged to take responsibility for their equipment and ensure proper assembly. With this simple yet effective antenna, users can extend their WiFi coverage and enjoy enhanced connectivity.

Here is how to build a high gain antenna for 2.4 gHz wireless networks. Several hams are experimenting with these devices in an effort to build a network. It is sometimes referred to as Hinternet or HSMM.

Simple USB 802.11b WiFi adapter with original antenna used for this 27 miles long-range wifi connection test by adam 9A4QV.

The Cubic Quad antenna is a commonly homemade antenna in the range of about 150 odd MHz. Our little project was to design one of these for use in the 2.4GHz range for 802.11 wireless LANs.

Photos and comments on building an helical antenna for wifi

Building a Bell ExpressVu satellite dish with a waveguide coffee can cantenna feed, and a Netgear USB Rangemax wifi card (WPN111).

Long range Wi-Fi antennas you can build. Helicals, parabolics, and biquads discussed. How to add external antennas to WUSB54GC and F5D7050 usb wireless adapters for long range connections.

Pictures and homebrew instructions for this collinear 2.4 Ghz antenna

How to make a wifi cantenna using a mini ravioli can

A woktenna. The collector and stand collapses in seconds, is aimable, portable, and gave terrific gain. This is a great little setup for a laptop on the go trying to get the distant wifi access.

What is the best WiFi antenna for me? Looking for a range extender antenna for your WiFi system. This article will help in choosing the correct antenna for your system

Build parabolic WLAN antenna adapted from a small satellite dish. It provides high gain and long range connections.

Adding an external antenna to the Belkin F5D7050

Lincomatic's Homebrew WiFi Antennae, Cantenna, Toothpick Monopole, Patch Antenna, BiQuad, collinear wifi antenna all in one page

Homebrew Sector Antenna for Wifi ISM band (2,4GHz)

Includes links and documentation on wifi antennas, 2.4 GHz Coffee Can Feed Antennas

This antenna can be made in a couple of hours and involves a fair amount of measuring, cutting, bending, and bolting metal.

How to extend your Wireless Network by building a 2.4 gHz wifi cantenna

This page describes a simple way to determine the main RF characteristics of a Wifi (IEEE802.11b/g wireless LAN) antenna.

Improved Helical Antenna Design for 802.11b WLAN by PA0HOO

A 2.4 GHz WiFi antenna that can boost your WiFi signals for many miles. It\'s an easy to build Yagi antenna project done with some popsicle sticks, paper clips and glue.

Homebrew Wifi antenna test page

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.

DIY a sector antenna for de Wifi 2,4GHz ISM band.

PCTEL Connected Solutions develops and delivers high performance land mobile radio, WiFi, WiMAX, GPS, VHF, UHF and cellular antennas through its PCTEL, MAXRAD, Antenna Specialists, Bluewave and Wi-Sys brands

Long Range Wi Fi Antenna by AB9IL

DIY a Wi-FI Helical Antenna for better performances, a project by PA0HOO i Dutch end English

A DIY project of a WiFi 10 elements Yagi antenna

A wifi remote antenna switch that can be controlled from a smartphone app

High Gain Wi-fi Helical Antenna by AB9IL

Home made WiFi 11dBi, wide band antenna by T. Marshall

When building antennas for the Wifi band , a need for an easy way to check the antennas arise. This is a project for a 2.4 GHz band SWR Meter

Quarter wave omni-directional spider antenna for 2.4GHz 802.11b

Extend the range of wireless network or connect to other wireless networks in neighborhood with your own wifi antenna.

Specialize in engineering, design and repair of all rf equipment. Dealer for two way radios, scanners, shortwave radios, wi-fi antennas, wifi amplifiers. Based in Fortuna, California.

Manufacturer of WiFi (2.4 & 5 GHz), Marine WiFi, Military and other antennas of various frequencies and styles.

Radio Frequency Systems (Formerly Celwave, Cellwave, Cablewave),Wifi antennas, duplexers.

Multi-Polarized antennas for Land Mobile Radio, Indoor & Outdoor Networks, Home Wireless, Mining Communications, Remote Monitoring, HAM & Scanner, Cellular, WiFi, Wimax, M2M, GPS, LTE, and GSM.

WiFi Antenna, WiFi Amplifier, RF Splitters, RF FIlters, Adapter, Video Cable and Custom Connectivity Products

Antenna Analyzer plus 500 is a multifunctional measuring instrument, very useful for amateur radio activity. Its size allows you to easily take it for relocation as well. Frequency range: 100KHz - 500MHz. Access directly via WiFi. Includes a dual-channel signal generator

Online antenna calculator for homemade double biquad antenna for UMTS 3G 4G WiMAX WiFi frequencies. Article includes also a simple biquad antenna for 4g

When building antennas for the Wifi band (Like the 8dBi omni), a need for an easy way to check the antennas arose. A Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) meter useable at the 2.4GHz band is however, hard to find.

The Fuchs Antenna tuner with a resonant circuit as a coupler. The Fuch Antenna Tuner is providing a high-efficiency compare to a 49:1 transformer using ferrite . The Fuchs tuner is a resonating L/C circuit to step-up the impedance from 50 Ohm to the required 3k. The ATU is able to perform automatic tuning with the addition of a tiny Aduino Nano and a SWR bridge.

A DIY cantenna can extend your WiFi range by building a 2.4 GHz high-gain antenna using accessible materials. The design, based on waveguide principles, uses a cylindrical tube to capture WiFi signals and can even connect to access points half a mile away in ideal conditions. While the ideal tube diameter was hard to find, a 4-inch aluminum dryer vent was chosen despite theoretical limitations. The cantenna offers a cost-effective, functional boost for your wireless network.

This webpage offers an online antenna designer tool to calculate the dimensions for constructing a double bi-quad antenna for various frequencies. The directional antenna is suitable for UHF and higher frequencies, such as WiFi, UMTS, LORA, and mobile phone networks. It provides dimensions based on the input frequency, making it ideal for hams looking to build their own antennas for specific applications. The tool also mentions using common household materials like copper wire for construction, making it accessible for amateur radio operators with basic equipment.