HAM Radio Q&A

RF Ground and Ground Planes – Ham Radio Q and A Episode 4 Today we talk about the RF ground, what it is and when it’s necessary. The purpose of the RF ground is to act as a reflector. It doesn’t radiate RF energy, but instead interacts with the antenna’s radiating elements by mirroring and…

Tape Measure Yagi Beam Antenna – Ham Radio Q&A

Video by KB9VBR The 2 Meter band tape measure beam antenna is a 3 element Yagi with about 7.2 db of forward gain. This lightweight antenna is perfect to use for fox hunts or as a portable directional antenna for public service events. Instructions: http://www.jpole-antenna.com/2017/02/… Parts List 1 25 foot 1 inch wide steel tape…