DIY 40/30/20m Short Vertical Antenna

By KW4JM

This article documents the author's journey in building, modifying, and testing a DIY short vertical antenna for 40, 30, and 20 meters, with potential 80m capability. Initially inspired by Parks On The Air (POTA), the author explores pedestrian mobile operation and details various experiments to enhance antenna performance. The piece highlights challenges, SWR tuning, portability, and practical results, emphasizing a balance between efficiency and size. Ultimately, it showcases the adaptability of DIY antennas for portable ham radio applications.

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The title of the main category is Vertical and it deals mainly with Vertical Antennas Projects. The resource has been on our site since Wednesday Feb 12 2025, and it has been viewed 17 times. So far no one has rated it yet. Be the first to rate it!
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