The previous article HERE refer.
Johan ZS2I came up with a brilliant idea to mount his dual portable satellite antenna. As can be seen from the first photo the stand consist of surveyor tripod, target adapter and a tribach inlay. The setup needed a few trimmings which consist of a 35mm aluminum bar and Fiat Uno clutch. (white round plates - only joking)
With the assistance ZS1I's son the 35mm aluminum bar was milled, cut and drilled to fit snugly into the target adapter. Johan ZS2I then put the whole lot together and "wholla" he now has a very useful portable satellite antenna with azimuth and elevation maneuverability.
Bow and Arrow Antenna mounted on the tripod.
Solid as a rock and working like a charm!
Radio mounted and ready for action!
The "Uno Clutch" handles the elevation of the antenna.
35mm Aluminum round bar after being machined on a metal lathe and milling machine.
Close-up view all set for action!
Tripod,target adapter, tribach, antenna, radio and homebrew "coax switch diplexer"
Photos: Johan van Aarde ZS2I (Click on images for larger view.)
