A simple DIY ground plane antenna for 2 Meters, 1.25 Meters, 70 centimeters and NOAA weather frequencies.
2Meters
Vertical Element 19 5/16"
Radials 18 11/16"
1.25 Meters
Vertical Element 12 5/8"
Radials 12"
70 Centimeters
Vertical Element 6 3/8"
Radials 5 3/4"
* NOTE - The vertical element is measured from the top of the rod to the bottom of the center pin of the SO 239 connector. The radials are measured from the 45 degree bend to the end of the radial.
Vertical Element and Radial length formula
L (inches) = 2772 / f (MHz)
For Example: NOAA weather frequency of 162.5 MHz
2772 / 162.5 = 17.1 inches
Parts List
BNC / SO 239 panel jack
#14 AWG solid copper wire or 3/32" brass rod (length determined by frequency of antenna)
Four ring crimp terminals for 12-16ga wire (blue insulation)
#4 hardware to attach terminals to connector flange
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