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EMC/RFI Mains Filter

February 13, 2020February 23, 2020 - by M0PZT

Being able to pilfer from the Ham Goodies stock can be rather convenient at times – especially when it comes to wiring-up a new Shack and deciding that a “proper” …

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IC-7300 Notes

July 1, 2018January 10, 2020 - by M0PZT

I purchased a new IC-7300 in June 2018 to revamp my /P setup – after mixing the KX3 and FT-857 depending upon my operating mood, band conditions etc, I wanted …

Simple 1:1 Choke Balun

May 26, 2018March 18, 2020 - by M0PZT

As you’re probably aware, it’s good practice to have a Balun where BAL(anced) meets UN(balanced) feeder and the following is my latest accessory for when I’m operating “Portable“. This is …

Lightweight Dipole Centre

May 11, 2016August 31, 2019 - by M0PZT

For my /P outings, I make use of a 10m telescopic fishing-pole purchased from SOTAbeams which is able to support a variety of aerial configurations – My preferred being a …

HF Linked Dipole

May 5, 2016February 8, 2019 - by M0PZT

This is a really versatile aerial for “portable” operating and is also quite simple to make – It’s a 40m Inverted-V Dipole but with the wires cut at certain points …