2 Meter Quad

This is a different way of using PVC pipe to build a 2 meter cubical quad antenna. Instead of an “X” style spreader this antenna uses an “H” shape spreader.

The design is really quite simple and easy to make but it may take a little practice to get just the right square shape for the wire element. Once you get a feel for cutting the pipe it will get easier. It did take me a couple of tries when first experimenting with this antenna. Having some extra PVC pipe on hand would be a good idea.…..Read More

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