* 8-bands 40m - 2m * Overall length of antenna 4.89m (16ft) * 4x alloy dipole arms 27.94cm (11in) * 1 x Dipole centre with 1/2in thread * 2 x High ‘Q’ matched loading coils * Adjustable finger-tight coil taps * 2 x 168cm telescopic end sections * 3.81m (12.5ft) 50 Ohm coax with balun * BNC plug & PL-259 adaptor * Padded cordura antenna bag * Full instructions
The Mini-Buddipole is essentially the same as the standard Buddipole except it is more compact. The two arms have been replaced by 4 smaller arms 28cm (11in) each, thus enabling the whole antenna to be packed away into a compact package that only measures 36cm (14in) in length. There are optional extras available that may be purchased if no alternatives are to hand - such as the optional tripod support and telescopic mast.
The Buddipole is a shortened dipole, shortened by means of high ‘Q’ loading coils. These are positioned roughly halfway along each element. The rest of the dipole is made up of telescopic whip elements. A purpose designed balun is used to feed the stystem via the supplied 3.8m 50 Ohm coax. Tuning the antenna is very easy, first select the band to be used, position the shorting loops along the loading coils, and extend the telescopic whip elements to the recommended length for that band and adjust for resonance.
