Building a DIY Multi-Band Dipole for HF

In this video I go through the steps to build a very simple, inexpensive multi band dipole antenna for the 40 and 20 meter amateur radio bands which can be used either at your home or in the field for off-grid emergency communications. Additionally, this DIY wire dipole antenna will also work on the 15, 12, 10 and 6 meter bands if your radio has an ATU or you have an external tuner. This exact DIY Dipole Antenna has allowed me to work and confirm 26 countries, all 50 U.S. states and every continent. Parts List: 1ea. 1G 1/2“ PVC Box 1ea. Cover 1ea. SO239 Connector - 4ea. 3/8 eyelet crimp or solder electrical connector 1ea. Buddy Pole Adapter - 2ea. 3/8x24 Coupling nut - 4ea. 3/8-24x1/2 SS Cap screw - 2ea. PVC Pipe Coupler 1ea. 1/2“ PVC Pipe to 1/2“ Pipe Thread 2ea. CPVC Bushing 6 1/2’ of PVC pipe 90’ of 12 gauge stranded copper