Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
I attempt to build a ham radio 40 meter dipole antenna, armed with nothing more than a pocket knife and tape measure.
Read my free newsletter and learn why we use the formula 468/F MHz = Length in Feet for a dipole antenna and I issue a correction and clarification to the content in this video. Find it over at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennas/posts/build-working-in-161339377
Parts list
BNC Female to Dual Banana Female Socket Binding Post: amzn.to/3SJhxAq
BNTECHGO 22 Gauge Silicone Wire Spool 250 ft: amzn.to/4uJmqqt
Stainless Steel Split Ring for Keychains: amzn.to/4oxkwYx
Victorinox Swiss Army Spartan Pocket Knife: amzn.to/4uGmTtF
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I attempt to build a ham radio 40 meter dipole antenna, armed with nothing more than a pocket knife and tape measure.
Read my free newsletter and learn why we use the formula 468/F MHz = Length in Feet for a dipole antenna and I issue a correction and clarification to the content in this video. Find it over at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennas/posts/build-working-in-161339377
Parts list
BNC Female to Dual Banana Female Socket Binding Post: amzn.to/3SJhxAq
BNTECHGO 22 Gauge Silicone Wire Spool 250 ft: amzn.to/4uJmqqt
Stainless Steel Split Ring for Keychains: amzn.to/4oxkwYx
Victorinox Swiss Army Spartan Pocket Knife: amzn.to/4uGmTtF
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Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This does not affect the price you pay.
*************
Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:
paypal.me/kb9vbr
KB9VBR VHF/UHF Antennas:
jpole-antenna.com
Become a patron! Unlock exclusive content at: patreon.com/kb9vbrantennas
Support Ham Radio Q&A by shopping at Amazon: amzn.to/2kO6LH7
My Parks on the Air setup:
Transceiver: amzn.to/3lmHoei
Battery: amzn.to/3xBGgbv
Tuner: amzn.to/2ZCNM9l
Folding Table: amzn.to/3xFIp5Z
Throw Weight: amzn.to/32QW2nB
Video Production Equipment:
Camera amzn.to/32UaXNX
Lens amzn.to/31mmDrX
Wireless Microphone: amzn.to/3xFVBb4
Microphone: amzn.to/3daoAdq
GoPro: amzn.to/3pkmP30
Music by license:
soundstripe.com
Contact Information:
Questions, comments, or business inquiries may be directed to kb9vbr@jpole-antenna.com. If you wish for your product to be featured on my channel, please contact me.
#Hamradio #AmateurRadio #POTA #ParksOnTheAir #PortableHamRadio #bushcraft #dipole #dipoleantenna #hamradiocamping #hamradioantenna
