BigIR vs. 43 Foot Antenna EZNEC Shootout Conclusions
The EZNEC simulations of the 43 Foot Vertical and the BigIR Vertical HF antennas are summed up with some final thoughts on which to select if you can have only one.
Archive for the 'Verticals' Category
BigIR vs. 43 Foot Vertical Antenna @ 80 meters EZNEC Shootout
The BigIR vs. the 43 foot vertical antenna at 80 meters.
Copper J-Pole Antenna on Play Set
Can a 2 meter J-Pole antenna work well on a child’s playset? Read and find out.
43 Foot Vertical and Coax Switches
Beware the use of an non-resonant antenna with the antenna matcher in the shack if you have a coax switch between the tuner and the antenna.
The 43 foot vertical – The answer to everything?
The 43 foot vertical antenna is a popular height being promoted by several antenna manufacturers for 160 to 10 meters. Let’s see why and examine some advantages and pitfalls.
Low Profile Vertical HF Antenna
Described is a no nonsense 16 foot copper vertical antenna easy enough to build for a quick check to see if a vertical is for you.
80 Meters for BigIR Lacking
The BigIR antenna from Fluid Motion looks like a winner, but there are some concerns about the 80 meter option.
