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SlinkTenna - 80m-6m Compact Quick Deploy Helical HF QRP Ham Radio Antenna
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The SlinkTenna is a compact, quick deploy, portable, helical ham radio antenna. It covers the 80 meter through 6 meter Amateur Radio bands and can handle up to 100 watts SSB, 50 watts CW, & 25 watts digital. It utilizes an internal 9:1 UnUn and a BNC female antenna connector. An antenna tuner is required for this antenna to properly function.
When collapsed, SlinkTenna measures a little over 6 inches long and is roughly 12 feet in length when fully deployed. Weight is about 12 ounces. Total antenna electrical wire length is roughly 54 feet. With proper deployment of 10+ feet above ground, at least 10 feet of 50 ohm coax and proper grounding, an SWR of 1.5 to 1.0 can be easily achieved on all supported bands with most auto tuners as well as most compact manual tuners.
The SlinkTenna is ideal for portable QRP operation such as SOTA, POTA, Field Day, as well as camping/backpacking trips. It is also very effective for houses and apartments with HOA antenna restrictions. It’s small enough to be deployed in crawl spaces, attics, garage rafters, balconies, & even some large closets.
Quick and easy to use with portable rigs that utilize automatic antenna tuners (10:1 or better recommended). Such as the Elecraft KX2/KX3, Xiegu X-5105/G90, & Yaesu FT-817/818 with LDG Z-817 auto tuner.
Included Accessories: SO-239/BNC Adapter & Specially cut light duty tension relief / Sway control paracord kit with light duty carabiners and plastic clips that attach to midway point of antenna elements. (do not use for climbing) (Paracord & carabiner color will vary) Center carabiner attaches to top metal eye loop on main body of SlinkTenna. End carabiners connect to metal eye loops on each end of SlinkTenna. Plastic clips connect to antenna element after SlinkTenna has been fully extended.
The included Tension Relief/ Sway Control Paracord Kit MUST be used with SlinkTenna to prevent damage to antenna elements.
Operating recommendations, limitations & additional info:
• Requires automatic or manual antenna tuner with a wide matching range capable of 10:1 match or more.
• 100 Watts max power output on SSB, 50 watts CW, & 25 Watts on digital modes.
• Do not extend either antenna element beyond 6 feet. (To protect antenna elements from damage)
• Minimum recommended height: 5-8 feet.
• Optimum recommended operating height: 20-40 feet.
• Do not touch antenna elements while transmitting.
• For improved performance, use at least 10 feet of 50 ohm coax between antenna and radio.
• Properly ground radio for optimum performance.
• Antenna can be used in a flat horizontal, inverted V, vertical, or Vertical L shape configuration.
• Eye hooks at ends of both antenna elements are electrically part of the antenna. This gives the user the option to experiment with adding additional lengths of wire to the ends of the antenna with a simple alligator clip connector (not required).
• Top eye hook on main body has no electrical connection to antenna system.
Handmade in USA 🇺🇸🗽
Photos courtesy of Angela Hannibal at ShootAnyAngle.com photography.
Slinktenna Compilation video & Hands on Review from Josh - KI6NAZ at HRCC (HamRadioCrashCourse):
• Compilation:
youtu.be/xbgIFFvjzXw
• Review:
https://youtu.be/6GG-Hz_uGdU
SlinkTenna hands on review video by Ryan - KC9OZA from the Clay County Radio club: https://youtu.be/DZDNNJa7ST8
Video showing SWR tests as well as signal report maps: https://youtu.be/v8brmNv9pcI
Not designed for permanent outdoor installation.
Radios in photos not included.
Tension Relief/ Sway Control Paracord Kit MUST be used with SlinkTenna to prevent damage to antenna elements.
Please remember that like most compact portable antennas, the SlinkTenna has compromises.
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James Hannibal
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143 reviews
5 out of 5 starsJames was super responsive and I received my antenna in 4 weeks. I hung it on my 3rd floor balcony and it is working perfectly! I needed a stealth dipole and this is the perfect solution for me. Thanks again, James! 73's de Stan WB5UDI
Stan Weber Apr 4, 2020
Tested this out during the North East QSO party. Worked all up the east coast on 50 watts SSB. Well built and tunes up well. Loving it so far! 73 de WA4BRX
Andrew Byzet May 2, 2020
The SlinkTenna performs well. I used it to make a 500 mile QSO (20m) with 5w mounted on a hitch-mounted 30' telescoping flagpole (support arms are 1/2" PVC tubing). It will be used for Field Day, Virginia QSO Party, and various expeditions. Excellent craftsmanship!
Harry Kidder Jul 26, 2020
My SlinkTenna is arrived today to me in Italy. All ok! Thank you so much. Luigi Iervolino
Luigi Iervolino Nov 10, 2021
Arrived quickly and is working great. Using on an IC705 with and LDG705 tuner and it is working great in my situation( front deck of my houseboat about 10 feet up). Was using a QRP loop beforehand and it was a pain to constantly retune everytime I moved. This is a good compromise antenna and I am sure it will be a great conversation piece. KM6ZQV
Tom Mar 23, 2021
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