Two-Meter Tape Measure Beam Parts List

This parts list is used with the construction article https://wparc.org/pdf/tape_measure_df_antenna.pdf

Parts list:

All PVC pipe and connectors are 1/2-inch Schedule 40
(3/4-inch will also work)
	2 Cross pieces
	1 T shape
	1 8-inch length, trimmed based on fitting lengths
	1 12-1/2 inch length, trimmed based on fitting lengths

1-inch wide tape measure cut into these lengths (Total: 112 inches or 9' 4"):
	1 41-3/8 inch
	2 17-3/4 inch (total 35-1/2 inch, driven/sensing elements)
	1 35-1/8 inch

6 1-1/2 inch stainless steel hose clamps, or as necessary to fit around outer diameter of PVC fitting sockets

About 2-foot length of coax with connector to fit your radio.

5-inch length of wire for hairpin match. 14 gauge house wire works well, as
does a length of 22 gauge hookup wire. It does not seem to matter if it is
stranded or solid.

Updated: 6/21/2026, Jey Yelland; Update header text; Create preamble and reference construction article; Remove non-existent foxhunt link; Correct driven/sensing element lengths