High-Performance HF Loop Array: A DIY Receiving Antenna Project
By KK5JYThis article details the design and construction of a homebrew two-element loop antenna array for HF reception. The DIY receiving antenna system consists of two 30-inch diamond-shaped loops spaced 20 feet apart, offering superior directivity compared to traditional vertical arrays. The design features broadband operation from 160m to 20m bands, requiring only phase-delay adjustments via feedline lengths. This home-built antenna system achieves 9dB RDF (Receiving Directivity Factor) performance comparable to a 300-foot Beverage antenna, while requiring minimal space and no ground radials, making it ideal for suburban installations and low-band reception.
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