80 40 30 20 vertical antenna SOTA
Source: Thingiverse by Koppo
The 80 40 30 20 vertical antenna SOTA is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by Koppo. This is a vertical antenna with a loading coil used for an antenna pole 6m. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
This is a vertical antenna with a loading coil used for an antenna pole 6m. The coil should have around 60 microH. I have not measured it yet. It has around 60 winds on around 10cm with 5cm diameter. The coil tapping is done with copper tape coated connectors, that are put on the coil with a rubber band. You can then use the 3d printed clip, which has a coppertape surface for clipping on the coil taps. The radiator plug is a banana plug 3mm, the counterpoise banana plug is 5mm. You also need some bungee cord or rubber bands and copper tape and a BNC socket. Print both halves and glue them together with super glue. The small name tags can be slid on the counterpoise to mark the position to unwind for each band. UPDATE 1.5.2020: I added the fusion 360 file so if you need to adapt the coil a …
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. 80 40 30 20 vertical antenna SOTA is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by Koppo.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by Koppo, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
- Can I print this at home?
- Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.
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