[NLRS] Halo/Big Wheel Antennas

Wed, 29 Jan 2003 18:38:42 -0600

Never built one, but played around with modeling on EZNEC.   I think the 2m
version is pretty big as each "leaf" of the three leafs is a full wavelength
.... about 1/4 wavelength out, a half a wavelength in the outside bend, then
a quarter wavelength back in to the hub.   That's about 80" total per leaf
on 2m, or something over 6 feet.   Should make mobiling a interesting
experience.   May you should try building a 432 model first.   Good luck,
looking forward to see them !

73, Jon
W0ZQ

----- Original Message -----
From: "Eric Shook" <[email protected]>
To: "nlrs" <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, January 27, 2003 6:30 PM
Subject: [NLRS] Halo/Big Wheel Antennas

> Hello all,
>
> I was wondering if anyone had experience with building
> halo or big wheel antennas for 2 meters and 432.  I
> would like to build one especially for 432 and
> possibly stacking them for extra gain.  I know that
> they are not all that expensive, but any money saved
> is extra transverter money!
>
> Thanks for the help,
> -Eric KT8O
>
>
>
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