New to the group, I am thinking of building a small model for 10 or 6M to get my feet wet. I'm looking at using driveway markers (I've seen the W3BEL design...
Take the total length of the set of elements (2 x driver + reflector +2 x spaceer) divide that by 7 Roger Is there a simple (or not so simple) formula, or...
Try http://www.leoshoemaker.com/hexbeambyk4kio/broadhexparts.html lots of ideas. If you order the spreaders from www.mgs4u.com you get the center post material...
Roger, Where is the information on the $325.00 5band antenna you mentioned? 73, Mike NT5DX ... [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]...
I built mine for just under $315. But, I had some of the parts already. I added the 6m band also. Works very good. Here is the step-by-step instructions... ...
I've been doing some tower work and working on antennas. I know the hex uses the 6 ferrite cores as a 1:1 current balun. I am wondering if the same type...
The new K4KIO 5-bander is complete and on the air. I've added some new photos of the final product. Still a little clean-up work to do but it's working and all...
Hi Carl, Nice installation. Could you describe your rotator and bearing brackets and possibly post a close up photo. Looks like you decided to go with 3 mast...
Thanks Mike, The bearing and rotator brackets are Simpson Strong Tie 9x11 shelf brackets. They are galvanized but stamped out and not really the quality I was...
I have a DX Engineering Hex Beam, mounted about 15 ft above my roof. I'm trying to get the SWR to a minimum on 10-12-15-17-20; trim until it's good, got that...
Hi Ron, I took a look at your photo of the installation. I am going to assume you have the DX Engineering DXE-HEXX-5TAP-2. If so, and there is no politically...
Under 5 sq ft. http://www.hexbeam.com/specs.shtml 73, Joe kk0sd From: hex-beam@yahoogroups.com [mailto:hex-beam@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of cbrammer2003 ...
This is a valuable observation. Has anyone else observed, simulated and/or analyzed the behavior of the hexbeam to nearby conductors with coaxial vs. parallel...
My new hex arrives tomorrow and now I have to re-think my mast mount. I have the base set in concrete and the rotor/thrust bearing both mounted in a design...
Hi Steve, Here are some comparisons you may not have considered. You should guy a Rohn mast per the manufacturers recommendation. So the 9H50 would require 5...
Hi Steve, Have you considered a Spiderbeam aluminum mast? I put my Traffie Hex on their 15m mast. Normally, this mast will go to ~50', however, the final two...
Mike, Can you please redirect me (us) to your information on the bronze bearings you used for your rohn pushup? I have the 9H50 and while I may not use it for...
I have an H40, and with Channel master rotor and hex on top, I found out that I couldn't push the sections up! Maybe I am getting weak in my old age, but it IS...
Jeff, I have looked at your photos several times. Great project. I did look at the Spider Beam masts early on but decided based on cost and the difference in...
I am about ready to purchase a five band hex beam, and am comparing the big 3 (Traffie, K4Kio, and DX Engineering). I would like some opinions and/or advice. I...
Am about to buy a 5 band hex beam. Interested in your opinions regarding best bang for the buck, and simplicity of assembling. Thanks, Dave. WA6TXU....
Sorry to bother you guys but I have lost the email address of the ham who sells the Hex kits. I think I am going to go that way rather than try to scrounge...
