Upright Whip Antenna

[Richard Mitchell]

I am using an MFJ-1899T antenna on my KX3 using the right angle BNC connector I purchased from Elecraft.  My issue is that the antenna will not stand up straight because the right angle connector does not lock into place.  It rotates freely around the axis connected to the KX3.  Is there a solution for keeping the antenna upright other than holding it with my fingers which will probably affect SWR.

73,

Rich NC4EN
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[Richard Mitchell]

Thanks to all for the suggestions…

I ended up using a plastic drafting isosceles triangle and attaching it via electrical tape to keep the antenna upright.  Here is a picture….

http://www.nc4en.com/NC4EN/Gallery.html#0

We’ll see how satisfied I am with that.

73,

Rich, NC4EN

On Feb 12, 2014, at 7:58 PM, Richard Mitchell <[hidden email]> wrote:

> I am using an MFJ-1899T antenna on my KX3 using the right angle BNC connector I purchased from Elecraft.  My issue is that the antenna will not stand up straight because the right angle connector does not lock into place.  It rotates freely around the axis connected to the KX3.  Is there a solution for keeping the antenna upright other than holding it with my fingers which will probably affect SWR.
>
> 73,
>
> Rich NC4EN

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