_70
cms and 2-metre dual band antenna
This very simple antenna will work
on both the 2-metre and 70-centimetre bands, and is constructed
from a single length of wire or aluminium rod.
_2-metre band
4-element Quad antenna
The performance of this easy-to-build 2 metre Quad antenna is said
to compare favourably to an 11-element Cushcraft beam.
_2-metre
and 70 cms dual band antenna
This very simple antenna will work
on both the 2-metre and 70-centimetre bands, and is constructed
from a single length of wire or aluminium rod.
_Dummy Load
Try this really easy-to-build circuit
from G8MNY... and save a small fortune too.
_Switch out-of-circuit
SWR Meter An easy-to-build SWR Bridge which
can be switched out of circuit when not required, and is ideal for
use in QRP operations.
_Cavity
Filter
Treat your dog to a nice big meal...
then with the empty dog food cans,
you can build VK2DKW's great cavity filter for the two-meter band.
_Rotator
Zebedee
Low-loss 'solid coax' can easily get sheared by your
rotator over a period of time, causing expensive problems. John Stockley
G8MNY provides the solution with his 'Rotator Zebedee'
_1 to 6 Balun for
the HF bands
Why spend a fortune on commercially made baluns when
you can build your own. Harald PD2HFE has the details of this
easy-to-make balun giving 50 Ohms input and 300 Ohms output.
_Drill Speed
Controller circuit Get the right speed for the job
with this Drill Speed Controller circuit - It offers a constant speed,
even under high-torque.
_Electric
Fence Keep the cows away from your
Portable field day site with this safe but effective electric fence.
_Fluorescent
Tube Inverter Here's two simple 12 volt fluorescent
tube inverter circuits for you to build. Ideal for Field Day use.
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