2 Meter collapsible copper j pole antenna

2 Meter collapsible copper j pole antenna. This collapsible J-Pole is made from 1/2 inch copper pipe and can be broken down into 2 pieces for easy storage. It is tuned with an antenna analyzer for lowest SWR at 146.00 and is less than 1.5 across the entire 2 meter band. It can also be used on a scanner for the public service bands.

It can also be used on 70cm as that band is a third harmonic of the 2 meter band. SWR in the 70cm band is under 2.0 the entire band.

The coax connector is a standard SO 239 (see photo). If you want to use it with an HT that has either an SMA or BNC connector, you can use the appropriate adapter on the HT so that a standard PL 259 can be connected to the HT. These are available online and at most hamfests. It can be used as a temporary or permanent antenna. It is great for Field Day, Pubic Service events, ARES, RACES, or indoors if you live in an antenna restricted area.

The stand in the photo is not included. I will be glad to send close up photos of the stand upon request.

I have used a J-pole for 9 years for Public Service events and also as my vertical base antenna. One is kept in my van for use at any time. It is approximately 70 inches tall when assembled, but breaks down to 2 equal pieces.

Please click on "ask a question" if you need more information, and also on "see other items", particularly my personalized handcrafted oak call signs. Check me out on QRZ where there are photos of me building j-poles at Field Day as one of the educational activities. The item "2 Meter collapsible copper j pole antenna" is in sale since Wednesday, April 28, 2010. This item is in the category "Consumer Electronics\Radio Communication\Antennas\Ham, Amateur Radio Antennas".

The seller is "cliffr" and is located in Ballwin, Missouri. This item can be shipped to United States.

To Fit: Base Station Radio
Compatible Brand: Universal
Brand: Custom Made
Frequency Band(s): VHF
Directivity: Omni-Directional
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States