My Antenna's both M2

2M9SSB & 6M7 Models...

Note: Today System is 2M9SSB Stacked and 6M5X for 50MHz

The M2 2M9 is a nine element, computer optimized 2m beam antenna designed for either FM or SSB operation. The antenna features machined aluminum driven element shorting bars, CNC-machined T-match block which is sealed with a silicone-gel, sealed balun connectors, and stainless steel hardware.

elements 9
gain 12 dBd
F-B ratio 24 dB
beamwidth E/H 35/40 degrees
typical VSWR 1.4:1
power handling 1500 Watts
boom length 14'6"
boom diameter .75–1 inch
turning radius 8 feet
connector N female
required mast diameter 1.5–2 inches
wind survival 100 MPH
windload 1.2 square feet
weight 6 pounds

The M2 6M7 is a mid-sized 7 element 6m beam antenna which has been computer optimized for maximum gain. Features include machined aluminum element mounting blocks, O-ring sealed connectors and balun, silicone-gel sealed "T" match block, and stainless steel hardware. An overhead guy system is provided for additional support.

band coverage 49.5-50.5 MHz
elements 7
gain 10.5 dBd
F-B ratio 23 dB
beamwidth E/H 42/50 degrees
typical VSWR 1.2:1
power handling 1500 Watts
boom length 26'9"
boom diameter 2 inches
turning radius 14'7"
connector N female
required mast diameter 2 inches
wind survival 100 MPH
windload 3 square feet
weight 17 pounds

  RG Type, Description, AWG (Stranding) (No.) of Shields
% of Coverage
Dielectric		 Nom. Vel of Prop.
Non Cap. pF/ft		 Nom. Attenuation
Frequency in Mhz
db/100ft		 Price 100-499ft
LDF450A


 1/2" Superflex Heliax®
(solid) BCCAL		 (1) 100% Corrugated Bare Copper
Foam Polyethylene		 88%
23.1pF/ft		 30...0.357
150...0.815
450...1.45
1000...2.22
2300...3.52		 2.38FT

Mask

 1 Joint 20 Ft. schedule 40 gal water pipe

The thrust bearing is seen on the top shelf in the picture to the left. The rotator is not mounted yet on the bottom rotor shelf. The safety latch is below the rotator shelf however the sping has not been installed at this time. It is in the latched position secured / resting on the rung below the rotor shelf.

HAZER 4

Heavy Duty Galv. Steel

Rohn 20/25g

200 lbs

16 sq. feet

44" high x 15-1/4" wide

H-4    49 lbs.
 
TB25 Thrust Bearing...
Maximum Mast Diameter

2.6"
Mounting Hole Bolt Circle

3.4"
Mounting Hole Center to Center

2.36"
Weight

3 lbs.
Mounting bolts 8mm dia. X 16 mm long
Maximum Vertical Load

900 LBS
Tower top section with GA25GD Assembly The tower is a 12" face triangular design using 1-1/4" steel legs and continuous 5/16" steel rod bracing. Middle sections measure 10 feet long, top sections are approximately nine. Sections fit together with a double-bolted joint. The tower is a guyed design; three anchors spaced radially 120° apart, are set out from the base 80% of the tower height.

Station Rotator

15 sq. ft. Wind Load Rotator, 110V

Hygain Ham IV (Eight conductor cable required)

Model A-1015-G 150 Watts Output SIX Meter Solid State Amp by Mirage;GaAsFET receive preamps gives you 20 dB gain; 150 Watts Output with 10 Watts Drive; 18 - 22 Amps at 13.8 Volts DC. Weight 5 lbs measures 12'X3"X5.5".
Model B1016G Two Meter 150 Watt Solid State Amp by Mirage; Pre Amp Gain 20dB; Drive .25 - 15 watts; Amps Max 25 at 13.8VDC; Size 12X3X5.5 inches

My Experience with Mirage, both units above... the preamp has a terrible NF and less gain than advertised! I always leave them turned off!

Receive Preamps...
SP144VDG BW 7MHz NF <0.55dB Gain 24dB Compression +12dBm
SP50 VCG BW 4MHz NF <0.55dB Gain 24dB Compression +12dBm

Supply voltage: 10 - 16 Vdc
Supply current: tx - 10 mA, rx - 100 mA
Weight: 4.0 oz.
Through mode VSWR: 1.25 max
Through mode attenuation: 0.5 dB max
Minimum power to rf switch: 0.5 watt
(I don't know of a radio manufactured that doesn't beneffit from a good outboard preamp)
The IC 746 HF / 50 & 144MHz ...

I highly recommend ordering the HSCU Option if you plan to operate 2 Meter WSJT Modes. It is soldered in and requires some skills.... get it done when you order!

This radio is a "low -end" unit in cost but a "Best In Class" Rig !
Note: Today a TS-2000 is being used for 2 & 6 Meters. The IC746 is now a
back-up radio and used on HF.
Adding it all up:

_129.00 Two meter 2M9SSB antenna
_309.00 Six meter 6M7 antenna
_290.00 Heliax Cable 120 Ft.
_339.00 Hazer Tram System
__69.00 Thrust Bearing
_612.00 50 Ft Rohn Tower
_560.00 Ham IV Rotator & Control Box
_349.00 6M Mirage Solid State Amp
_369.00 2M Mirage Solid State Amp
_240.00 ARR 2 & 6 Meter Rx Preamplifiers
1369.00 IC746 Radio HF & 6 + 2 Meters
__69.00 IC746 HSCU

Total is $4704.00 Less Power supply, connectors, jumper coax's, rotator cable,
RF Watt Meters, tape, cable ties, Soundboard Inteface, mask, guy wire ; so you go figure... add maybe another 1000 and what about the computer!

 Hey it's still cheaper than a Bass Boat or RV !

The cost of assemblying a station is expensive. This is not a HP Station! I feel like my station is very modest but works well. I am able to work the World and a lots of MS! Cutting expenses should always be considered but study closely your needs vs. good operating practices and expectations!

I could have installed cheaper feedline for six meters... I could have eliminated 10 or 20 feet of tower height with some compromise in results... The Hazer system is expense but this is for those who don't feel safe hanging off the side of the tower...

This whole exercise was just for <Grins>.... & Note I upgraded to a Kenwood TS2000 after this was prepared.

GL

Tip

WA5UFH