HAM Radio Quick-Setup Dipole

This is a 3D Printed Assembly for using 6mm Aluminum rods (hollow) as a Robust Dipole Antenna.

Apart from the Print you will need:

• 1x 1/4 Inch Insert

• 2x M3 Screw

• 2x M3 Nut (for the inside of the Print)

• 2x M3 Washer

• 2x M3 Compatible Spring

• 2x M3 Compatible Solder Lug

• 1x Coax with your favourite Antenna Connector

• 2x Cut-to-Size Aluminum Pipes (6mm in diameter)

If you don't wan't to use the Spring method you can use additional M3 Nuts to tighten the Solder Lugs down (See the third Picture), but you should do this after fastening the Rods in place. Your Coax solder job will break some day otherwise.

I use the 3D Print together with an small Magic Arm and it works like a charm. Everytime I'm on Holiday or at home, I can just clamp the antenna where i wan't it to be.

I've printed my Antennas in PLA, though PETG is probably a more sturdy choice. That said, The Antenna is non-stop mounted in a Sunny Spot since a year, and i never had a Problem until now, though yes, i've noticed the cracks. The thing, getting a bit rusty over time is the Magic arm though ;)

A great plus for me on this Design is that it Travels lightly, I can just loosen the Screw a bit, have the half length to pack, and then setup very quickly with the magic arm or a Tripod.

If you're using it someday, let me know how it works out for you! A possible enhandement for me would be a small SMA mount...

73, DD7RK