Build a Dipole Antenna Center Insulator - Ham Radio Q&A

The dipole is a common antenna for the amateur radio operator; and with good reason- dipoles are easy to build and are proven performers. Recently I wanted to build a dipole but didn't have a center insulator. Instead of paying $25-45 and waiting days for delivery‚ I decided to build my own for about $12 using common parts (with the exception of the SO-239) and tools available at your local home improvement store.

Parts List:
1 - ¾ x ¾ x 1 inch PVC Tee connector
2 - ¾ inch PVC plugs
1 - 1 inch PVC plug
3 - 3/16 x 1 ½ inch eye bolts
3 - Number 10 washers
3 - 10 x 24 nylon lock nuts
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Rosin core solder and flux
14ga stranded insulated wire

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