Ham Radio . Magnum Experimentum
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We have looked at the 43 foot antenna available from DX Engineering and Zero Five alongside the BigIR product from SteppIR. In addition, the BigIR was simulated using the optional 80 meter coil.
Both antenna types approach the vertical HF antenna problem with unique solutions.
Read moreBigIR vs. 43 Foot Antenna EZNEC Shootout Conclusions
As we continue our EZNEC simulation research for the 43 foot and BigIR antennas we finally are looking into the 80 meter band.
Read moreBigIR vs. 43 Foot Vertical Antenna @ 80 meters EZNEC Shootout
Continuing our NEC Shootout between the 43 foot vertical available from DX Engineering or Zero Five and the adjustable height BigIR antenna available from SteppIR antennas we now analyze them in the 40 meter band.
Read moreBigIR vs. 43 Foot Vertical Antenna @ 40 meters EZNEC Shootout
Continuing our NEC Shootout between the 43 foot vertical available from DX Engineering or Zero Five and the adjustable height BigIR antenna available from SteppIR antennas we now analyze them in the 20 meter band.
Read moreBigIR vs. 43 Foot Vertical Antenna @ 20 meters EZNEC Shootout
Continuing our NEC Shootout between the 43 foot vertical available from DX Engineering or Zero Five and the adjustable height BigIR antenna available from SteppIR antennas we now analyze them in the 15 meter band.
Read moreBigIR vs. 43 Foot Vertical Antenna @ 15 meters EZNEC Shootout
Myths abound concerning how J-Poles do so well. Here is an EZNEC shootout between a 2 meter J-Pole and a Monopole with radials.
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.