Tuesday, February 22, 2022

DIY Helical Antenna 5.8GHz (10 Turn): Mossel Bay Mesh Network

Here is my version of the 10 turn 5.8Ghz Helical Antenna described by Andrew McNeil

Link: https://www.instructables.com/Helical-Antenna-58GHz-10-Turn/











This antenna is currently installed on the ZS1I-5 Mesh Node and pointing towards the ZS2I-1 Mesh Node.  This antenna is very directional but work extremely well.  Up to now this antenna has proven itself and till today no connectivity losses occurred even in rainy weather. Approx cost of this antenna = R100 bucks as I had many of the required parts in my junkbox.  Thanks must go to
Andrew MCneil for his guidence and well explained tutorial for this antenna.

Rulhof ZS4RM - AllStar Portable / Mobile Node Project

Awhile ago Rulhof ZS4RM informed me that he is busy building an AllStar Portable / Mobile Node which he will be using whenever the need aris...