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Simple 1:1 Choke Balun
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 a very simple 1:1 Choke Balun made from a PL259,…
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Lightweight Dipole Centre
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 coax-fed 40m Inverted-V or via 300-ohm balanced feeder as a…
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HF Linked Dipole
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 with crocodile-clips soldered onto each piece of wire end. This…
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We Have Filters!
A Bandpass filter is invaluable for club/group activities and the “sting” of their price can often be reduced via a “group buy” or a nice word with your local club. Back in 2016, a group purchase included 40, 30, 20 and…
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