Fig. 1.First page of this 7-page article.

VE4WK J-POLE

This antenna was designed, simulated in software, and built by Dr. Witold Kinsner, VE4WK, of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Manitoba. This antenna is based on the classic J-pole, which in turn is an extension of the "Zepp" antenna. The key feature of this design is its flat response over almost the entire range of the 2-m band (144 to 148 MHz).

Since the antenna can be built inexpensively with materials that are easily obtained from any lumberyard or Canadian Tire store for about $15.00 to purchase the 1/2" copper pipe and fittings, it has been attractive to many builders. In fact, many copies of this antenna have been built and installed around the world.

WORKSHOP

Since the antenna can be built within an hour, it is a good subject for a workshop. VE4WK conducted several workshops at the University of Manitoba and UMARS to constructed and test the antenna. After cutting, cleaning, and soldering the copper pipes, the antenna was then tested. The attendees took their finished antennas home. These workshops were open to all interested hams from the city, some of whom were observers and helpers in the construction.

CITATION

W. Kinsner, VE4WK, "Construction of a new J-pole antenna for 2 m," in Winnipeg Amateur Radio Club (WARC) Newsletter (Winnipeg, MB), April 1993 (Part 1: Description) and May 1993 (Part 2: Schematics), 7 pp.

DOWNLOADING

This 7-page article is a reprint from the WARC Newsletter, and can be downloaded as an Adobe PDF file (36 KB). The article includes the description and the construction schematics of the antenna. VE4WK is the corresponding author.