Hex Beam by K4KIO
Site publication date
12/2007
Building the G3TXQ Broad Band Hex Beam
Building New

Building a new G3TXQ broad band hex beam is not as easy as falling off a log. But it is easier than building the classic version of the hex beam.
Why? Well, the broad band tip space arrangement is simpler and because of the way the wires and spacers are arranged, it is all easier to
adjust. And for this simpler arrangement, you get better performance. The only drawback of the broad band hex beam is that it is about 22 feet in
diameter compared to 19 feet for the classic version.

Nowadays, everything seems to be in seven steps. And so it is with this new G3TXQ broad band hex beam. Here they are:

    Step 1        Base plate and center post
    Step 2        Spreaders
    Step 3        Frame assembly
    Step 4        Wires and tip spacers
    Step 5        Terminal arrangement
    Step 6        Installing the wires
    Step 7        The mast and rotator

Most people who build a hex beam innovate a bit and there is not a problem with that. However, if you depart from these guidelines, for example,  
on how you assemble the spreaders or the material you use, you can't expect all the precise specifications here to fit your customized approach.
That's OK, you probably have a better idea. Just be forewarned.

Study these steps, take inventory of what you need using the Parts page. Then order the stuff on line and head for Home Depot!

You are in for a barrel of fun.