Thank you for purchasing the Scout Linked Dipole Kit. This web page contains the PDF assembly and tuning instructions and the calculator needed to design the antenna.
Please download and review this manual before starting the build.
Inverted V dipole diagram
This diagram depicts an inverted V dipole supported by an antenna mast; however, the support can also be a rope over a tree branch, etc.
element length calculator
This calculator helps you determine the correct wire lengths for each element of your linked dipole kit. Since the kit is designed with specific parameters, some values are pre-programmed into the calculations:
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Feed point height: 25 ft
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Lowest frequency input: 7.175 MHz - If a lower frequency is entered the calculator will show all "0"s
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"Foot" measurement: 32 ft
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Leg angle: 52°
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Velocity factor of 18 AWG silicone-jacketed wire
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End effect compensation
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The only inputs you need to provide are the frequencies you want to tune for. Simply click on the corresponding frequency cell and enter the middle frequency you want to tune for.
The calculator determines the correct wire length for one-half (one leg) of the dipole.
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Important: These pre-programmed parameters are essential to the accuracy of the calculations. Changing any of them during construction or tuning—such as altering the feed point height, leg angle, or foot measurement—will affect the final wire lengths and may result in incorrect tuning.​​​
Legend
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Calculated Length: The total length of one element, accounting for all pre-programmed factors.
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2X Link Length: The calculated element length plus additional wire for links:
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Each element (except the highest frequency element) includes two 6-inch link sections.
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The highest frequency element (Element 1) has 16 inches added:
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10 inches for strain relief at the center connection.
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6 inches for the link.
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