M2 Antenna Systems 40M4LLDD User manual

M2 Antenna Systems, Inc. 4402 N. Selland Ave. Fresno, CA 93722
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©2011 M2 Antenna Systems Incoporated 8/17/11
Rev.00
Model ........................................40M4LLDD
Frequency Range.......................7.0-7.3 MHz
Gain............................................7.5 dBi
Front to back..............................22 dB
Beamwidth ...............................E=60°
Feed type...................................Dual Driven
Feed Impedance........................50 Ohms Unbalanced
Maximum VSWR........................2.0:1 Max
Input Connector..........................SO-239, Other avl.
Power Handling..........................3 kW, Higher avl.
Boom Length / Dia......................42’ / 3.0 x .125 Wall
Element Length / Dia..................51 Ft
Turning Radius:..........................33 Ft
Stacking Distance.......................Call
Mast Size....................................2” to 3 ” Nom.
Wind area / Survival...................13.0 Sq. Ft. / 100 MPH
Weight / Ship Wt.........................142 Lbs. / 160 Lbs.
M2 Antenna Systems, Inc.
Model No: 40M4LLDD
SPECIFICATIONS:
*Subtract 2.14 from dBi for dBd
FEATURES:
The recently upgraded, computer optimized, linear loaded, dual driven 40M4LLDD gets the bandwidth and maintains per-
formance across the band like no other 40 meter Yagi. This was a huge challenge requiring the latest techniques in com-
puter optimization. Gain, Front to Back and VSWR are maintained nearly flat across the whole band! In addition, it is now
better mechanically and easier to assemble. Only the tips of each element are different as all the linear loading settings
are the same for each element. The shorting bars are now 2 piece, clamp type making solid long lasting connections. For
foreign amateurs, two tuning options are available; FULL BAND and LOW END ACCENTUATED, but still broadband.
The resulting design is head and shoulders above the competition in strength, durability and performance. This antenna
has been designed to meet your crossband SSB contesting needs and give you years of enjoyment on the 40 meter band
regardless of future band plan changes.
Mechanically, the elements are butt sleeved to withstand continuous winds of 100 mph or the constant battering of high
winds . This antenna WILL frustrate Mother Nature! The Driven elements are split in the center and insulated with a solid
1-1/4” fiberglass rod. The parasitic element also have solid 1-1/4” center aluminum center section. The 3 kW continuous,
5 kW peak, 1:1 balun completes the package. All hardware is stainless or galvanized except the U-bolts. Options include
parts to add 4 elements for 17 or 20 meters. Call for details.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN: Look over the DIMENSION SHEET, HARDWARE AND ELEMENT ASSEMBLY
DRAWINGS to get familiar with the various parts of the antenna. Tools handy for assembly process:
screwdriver, 11/32, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16 and 5/8” nut drivers, end wrenches and/or sockets, diagonal cutters,
and measuring tape. Small containers of zinc paste (Penetrox, Noalox, or equiv.) has been
provided to enhance and maintain the quality of all electrical junctions on this antenna. Apply a
thin coat wherever two pieces of aluminum come in contact or any other electrical connections
are made.
1. ELEMENT CLAMP BLOCK ASSEMBLY.
SEE “ELEMENT HARDWARE” drawing to aid in the assembly of this step. Start by assembling the
four pairs of ELEMENT CLAMP PLATES together with 1/4-20 x 2-1/2" bolts to the four outer holes.
NOTE THAT ONE SET OF CLAMP PLATES WILL ALSO GET A 1” X 1” X 6” ANGLE BRACKET FOR
MOUNTING THE BALUN. Add the 1/4-20 locknuts finger tight.
A. FRONT & REAR DRIVEN ELEMENTS
On two of the element clamp plates assembled in the previous step, slip in the 1-1/4 X 24" fiberglass
rods and rotate until the element mounting holes are vertical. Center the rod and tighten the
hardware EVENLY, so the plates are parallel and the same amount of threads are showing
through all the locknuts. Slide the POLYETHYLENE DISC INSULATORS onto both ends of the
fiberglass rods and push them up against the clamp plates. The disc insulators can sometimes be a
very tight fit on the rods. If you can’t get them to fit place them in hot water a few minutes.
B. REFLECTOR AND DIRECTOR ELEMENTS
Slide the 1-1/4” x 24” CENTER COUPLING ROD into a CLAMP PLATE ASSEMBLY. Center the
assembly and align the bolt holes to vertical. Tighten all four outer element clamp plate bolts EVENLY,
starting with the two center bolts. Make sure plates remain parallel, top to bottom.
2. VERTICAL SUPPORT POST INSTALLATION. Use the ELEMENT HARDWARE drawing.
The element clamps require a 3/4” square x 11” WELDED VERTICAL SUPPORT POST to raise and
support the linear loading lines. Orient the WELDED PLATE over the element clamp plates. Insert two
1/4-20 x 3-1/4” bolts through the holes in the SUPPORT POST . Then mount the posts to the middle
two holes of each clamp plate and secure with 1/4-20 locknuts.
Prepare the 1/4-20 x 6” turnbuckles by removing the RIGHT HAND THREAD END OF EACH
TURNBUCKLE and thread on a 1/4-20 “JAM NUT” as shown on the drawings, Thread the 1/4-20 nut
all the way up at this time. The nuts will be used to “LOCK UP” the turnbuckles once all the
adjustments are done. Install a TURNBUCKLE in each hole of the welded TOP PLATE as shown in the
drawing. NOTE: The hook is inserted from UNDER the plate through the hole. Finally, install a CABLE
EYE OR THIMBLE in the EYE of each turnbuckle.
3. HALF ELEMENT ASSEMBLIES
There are 8 half element assemblies. One pair each for the Reflector, Rear Driven, Front Driven, and
Director Elements. See the ELEMENT ASSEMBLY drawing to aid in the assembly of each half
element. Also refer to the DIMENSION SHEET and ELEMENT HARDWARE DETAIL drawings. Only
the 1/2” element tip sections are different lengths. The correct hardware to join the various sizes are as
follows:
For 1-1/2" to 1-1/4" tubing use 8-32 x 1-3/4" screws.
For 1-1/4" to 1" tubing use 8-32 x 1-1/2" screws.
For 1" to 1“ and 1” to 3/4" tubing use 8-32 x 1-1/4" screws.
For 3/4" to 1/2" tips use 5/8” compression clamps.
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Locknuts have been provided for all the element assembly screws. Tighten the nuts until the joint
doesn't move when wiggled or shook. The element butt section closest to the boom always has one
hole located at the butt for a 1/4-20 bolt.
A. See the INSERT figure at the right of the ELEMENT ASSEMBLY drawing. Prepare the LINEAR
LOADING ARMS (1” center hole) with one 8-32 x 1/4” Allen head SET SCREW. (5/64 Allen
wrench supplied), one 8-32 x 1-1/2” screw and locknut. Slide a LINEAR LOADING ARM on each
1" section and position it next to the end screw.
B. Now slide the I” tube sections over the 7/8 x 9” fiberglass rod insulators. Connect the two sections
with 8-32 x 1-1/4" screws and locknuts. Orient the arms as shown and tighten the 8-32 x 1-1/2 screws
and locknuts. Be sure the arms are up against the screws closest to the fiberglass rod. THIS IS
IMPORTANT SINCE THE ARMS ARE USED FOR DIMENSIONING THE LINEAR LOADING
SHORTING BAR POSITION LATER IN THE ASSEMBLY
C. Locate the 8 black plastic, 1” x 6” linear loading stabilizer bars. Attach them to the short 3/8” x 1-
1/4” x 3” support arm with the 1 inch hole. Use 8-32 x 1” screws and locknuts. Slide these on the
SHORT, one inch element sections and position about 3” in from the butt. Now attach the 1-1/4” x 60”
element sections. Add the 8-32 x 1-1/2” screws and locknuts but do not tighten until the STABALIZER
BAR AND ARM ASSEMBLY ARE IN THE FINAL POSITION. Orient the black stabalizer bar insulators
perpendicular to the element coupling holes and the support arms. Secure with 8-32 x 1-1/2” screws
and locknuts. Repeat for the other element halves.
E. Insert the 3/4 x 48” sections into the swaged 1” sections and secure with 8-32 x 1-1/4 screws and
locknuts.
F. Following the DIMENSION SHEET and COMPRESSION CLAMP & TIP ASSEMBLY DETAIL
SHEET add the 1/2” tip sections in pairs, noting that each element has different tip lengths. Secure
with compression clamps.
G. As the outer element sections are being assembled, label each assembly as “REFLECTOR” ,
“REAR DRIVEN”, “FRONT DRIVEN”, or “DIRECTOR” (according to the 1/2” tips) to avoid mix ups.
4. REFLECTOR AND DIRECTOR ELEMENT ASSEMBLIES
See ELEMENT HARDWARE drawing.
Slide a 1-3/8” x 24" sleeve onto the 1-1/4” CENTER COUPLING ROD on one of the two ELEMENT
CLAMP ASSEMBLIES, and align the 1/4” holes. Temporarily pin the sleeve as necessary. Carefully
slide a 1-1/2” x 60” element section onto this assembly and align all holes. Insert a 1/4-20 x 2“ bolt
and tighten securely with 1/4-20 locknut. Repeat for the other element half. Now add the reflector or
director element outer half element assembly completed in the previous step to the 1-1/2" sections
using 8-32 x 1-3/4" screws and locknuts. Repeat for the other element halves.
5. PHASING LINE CLAMP BLOCK ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
See DRIVEN ELEMENT HARDWARE drawing.
First locate the phasing line clamp plates and clamp blocks. Apply a little zinc paste to each of the
channels. Loosely assemble the plates to blocks, channel to channel, with 1/4-20 x 1” flathead screws
and locknuts. Install a 8-32 x 2-1/4” screw and locknut in each clamp. Locate the remaining four 1-
1/2” x 60” tube sections. Apply a little zinc oxide paste to the last inch of each butt end. Install a
phasing line clamp assembly about 1/2” from the edge of the butt with small clamp plate oriented
towards the element butt. Do not tighten the hardware at this time.
6. REAR & FRONT DRIVEN ELEMENT ASSEMBLIES
See ELEMENT HARDWARE drawing.
Slide a 1-3/8” x 24" sleeve onto each end of the two 1-1/4” fiberglass rods of the remaining element
clamp assemblies and align the 1/4” holes. Carefully slide a 1-1/2” x 60” element section onto the two
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assemblies and align all holes. For both, insert a 1/4-20 x 2“ bolt and secure with 1/4-20 locknuts.
BESURE TO INSTALL THE FRONT DRIVEN ELEMENT TIPS ON THE ELEMENT CLAMP PLATE
ASSEMBLY WITH THE BALUN ANGLE BRACKET.
7. LINEAR LOADING ROD INSTALLATION (FOR BOTH ELEMENT HALVES)
Place each element assembly on a level surface with the support post up. FROM THE ELEMENT
BUTT SIDE, feed a 3/16” x 120” LINEAR LOADING ROD through the flat support insulator and on to
each LL ARM. The rod should protrude just 1/2” from each arm. Tighten the 8-32 x 1/4" set screws.
Install a SHAFT RETAINER, onto this rod tip and snug up to linear loading arm. Repeat for all of the
other element halves.
NOTE: to start the RETAINER, hold the 3/8 x 3" PUSH TUBE in your hand with one end between your
thumb and forefinger. Now center the retainer on this end, “dish” into tube, and hold in place with the
same thumb and forefinger. Grasp the linear loading rod near the end with your other hand and firmly
push the retainer onto the rod.
8. SHORTING BAR PREPARATION
Locate the 16 shorting bar halves. Assemble the shorting bars with 8-32 x 1” screws and locknuts.
Finger tighten the locknuts for now. Next, begin to assemble the phyllistrand tension lines as shown
on the ELEMENT HARDWARE drawing. On each shorting bar, insert one end of each length of
PHILLISTRAN HPTG-1200 CORD into the CENTER hole of the shorting bar. Loop the cord AROUND
THE STRAIN RELIEF and back through the other hole and allow about 2” to protrude. Place a cable
clip here as a “backup” to the final clamping action of the shorting bar halves. Don’t tighten the
hardware at this time.
(OPTIONAL)> On each phyllistrand tension line insert two more 1/8” cable clips and allow them to
slide all the way to the shorting bar for now.
9. SHORTING BAR INSTALLATION
Next, feed each shorting bar onto the pair of linear rod ends and position about them at the
measurement as shown on the DIMENSION SHEET. NOTE the dimension is measured from the
OUTSIDE edge of the LL arm to the OUTSIDE edge of the shorting bar. (USING A BLACK
MPERMANENT MARKING PEN OR EQUIVALENT, MARK THE SPOT ON THE ROD WHERE THE
SHORTING BAR SHOULD BE) Be sure the linear loading lines are centered about the main element.
Once the shorting bars have been correctly set, tighten all of the 8-32 hardware. Cut off the excess
material so that about 1” of rod extends beyond the shorting bar. Start a SHAFT RETAINER onto each
rod tip. Push the retainers up against the shorting bar. Repeat for all of the other element halves.
10. SUSPENSION OF PHYLLISTRAND TENSION LINES
At this point you might want to perform the remaining steps with a friend.
On a flat surface, support the ends of each element tip up so that it is at the same height as the center
section. Next insert the phyllistrand tension lines through their respective turnbuckles, around each
thimble eye, and then finally back through the two cable clips. See the ELEMENT HARDWARE
drawing for an illustration. Now pull on the free end of the phyllistrand until the entire element appears
to be level. (IT MAY BE HELPFUL TO RAISE THE OUTER END OF THE ELEMENT HALF WITH A
4” BLOCK OF WOOD OR BRICK. At this point, secure the tension line by tightening the two 1/8” cable
clips. Repeat this procedure for all the other element halves. The final tensioning of the linear loading
rods is done with the TURNBUCKLES. This can be performed after the elements have been secured
to the boom.
11. BOOM ASSEMBLY
Use the BOOM HARDWARE drawing as a guide to assemble the boom. At this point it will be helpful
to perform the remaining assembly steps with the antenna elevated off the ground (about 3 feet). This
can be accomplished by using sawhorses or something similar. Wipe off the swaged ends of each
boom section and apply a small amount of Penetrox. Insert the swaged ends of the two similar boom
sections into either end of the straight piece. Align all of the holes, install the 1/4-20 x 3-1/2" bolts and
locknuts, and tighten.
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A. Install the 3/8” EYEBOLTS to the outer ends of the boom, securing with stainless 3/8-16 nuts and
lock washers. Align the eyes parallel with the boom and tighten.
12. Orient the boom with the eyebolts "up”. Note the location of the REAR end of the antenna and
parasitic elements as shown on the DIMENSION SHEET. Using a tape measure and a marking pen
or masking tape, place a mark 1/2” in from the rear of the boom. This will be where you position the
back edge of the clamp plate for the reflector element. Repeat the same procedure for the other three
elements.
13. For ease of element installation, support the boom about 3’ above ground, eyebolts "up." Place
the reflector element on the boom. Loosely attach two BOTTOM CRADLES to the bottom of the
clamp plates ON THE REFLECTOR AND DIRECTOR using the 1/4-20 x 2-3/4" bolts. (BE SURE TO
USE ZINC PASTE ON THESE THREADS) Slide the back edge of the rear plate to your first mark.
Level the reflector element and tighten all four bolts EVENLY and firmly. Repeat for the DIRECTOR
on the other end of the boom.
14. Mount the TWO DRIVEN ELEMENTS assemblies in their respective positions, then attach the
two bottom cradles and 1/4-20 hardware to each. After aligning these two elements with the reflector
element, tighten the 1/4-20 bolts evenly and firmly.
15. Now take a step back for a moment to observe any misalignment (if any) and the “droop” in each
element. Simply look down either the front or back of the boom to do this. If you have not already
done so, adjust each turnbuckle until each element droops 6 to 10 inches at the tip. NOTE: The
elements are the most stable in wind with a small amount of tip droop. ADJUST FOR LEVEL INNER
SECTIONS. After the adjustments have been made, proceed with tightening the 1/4-20 JAMNUT on
all the turnbuckles.
16. INSTALLING PHASING LINES - SEE ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS AND DIMENSION SHEET
Take the remaining Select two of the 3/16 x 132” PHASING LINE RODS and slide 5 Delrin PHASING
LINE INSULATORS at least 1ft. onto the rods (they cannot be installed after rods are bent). Bend
the rods as shown on the 40M4LLD PHASING LINE SHEET. Note that each phasing line crosses
boom to feed an opposite element half.
17. Apply a little Penetrox to the phasing line tips and INSERT the lines into the grooved channels of
clamp block assemblies on Rear Driven element. Push the lines through until at least 1/4" extends
beyond clamp and then tighten the flathead clamp screws. Push the clamp block assemblies up next
to disc insulators and tighten 8-32 x 2" clamp screws. Spread out the Delrin Standoff / spacers equally
across the long central section of the rods, the two outside spacers next to the bends. SECURE THE
STANDOFFS on the boom with the large nylon ties. Reshape bends if needed, so rods exit the
standoffs and connect to clamps without stress or tension. Now repeat for Front Driven Element, but
do not tighten clamp screw nuts until the balun is installed in the next step. Secure standoffs to boom
with nylon ties.
18. 1:1 HF BALUN INSTALLATION
Mount the BALUN to the 1” x 1” x 6” angle bracket using a 2-1/2" U-bolt. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN OR
BALUN HOUSING COULD BE DAMAGED. Position assembly just forward of Front Driven element,
connector pointing to rear and the leads easily reaching phasing line clamp block screw studs.
Remove nuts from flathead screws, apply zinc paste to lead lugs, place on screw studs, and retighten
nuts. Position leads to clear all metal objects by at least 1/4". Cut off any excess phasing rods that
extend more than 1/4”.
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19. Attach the BOOM TO MAST PLATE at the balance point, using the two large 3” U-bolts, 3/8-16
stainless lockwashers, and nuts. Align plate to vertical and tighten nuts. For they should be attached
in a way to allow the boom to be balanced on your tower / mast.
20. OVERHEAD BOOM SUPPORT SYSTEM.
A. Attach one end of the 5/16" Dacron cord to the rear eyebolt using two turns around the eyebolt and
a series of three half hitches or equivalent knots. Finish with about 6 inches of cord after the knots.
Without cutting the cord, do the same at the front eyebolt. Pull on the knots HARD to SET them.
Seal ends with heat or flame to prevent fraying. Tape the excess 6 inches of cord back to main cord
tightly with black vinyl electricians tape.
B. TEMPORARILY insert a 2 inch U-bolt through the turnbuckle plate and add two nuts so about 1/2
inch of the threads stick out. Insert this assembly through the top set of 2” U-bolt holes in the boom to
mast plate from the boom side and add two more nuts. Open the two turnbuckles up until just a
thread or two from each end shows inside the body of the turnbuckle. Hook the turnbuckles into the
holes at the edge of the turnbuckle plate. Equalize the Dacron cord over the plate and cut it. Take
two wraps of the cord through the eye of the rear turnbuckle, PULL the cord as tight as possible and
make the knots as before. Repeat for the front cord section and turnbuckle. Cut off any excess over
one foot long and again seal and tape back to the main cord.
C. Now DISASSEMBLE the U-bolt from the boom to mast plate. Before installation, if possible, install
a short temporary mast, attach turnbuckle, and let the overhead guy system support the boom
overnight. The Dacron cord DOES NOT STRETCH UNDER THIS LOAD but it's weave will take a SET
and the boom may droop just a bit. If your boom droops again following final adjustments, check your
knots. They may be may be slipping.
D. After final installation of the antenna, the turnbuckle plate, installed loosely with a 2” U-bolt, is raised
up the mast. When the boom is straight the U-bolt is tightened. This should place the turnbuckle plate
4 to 6 feet above the boom. Do the final boom straightening with the turnbuckles and safety wire to
preserve adjustments.
21. Check ALL hardware for tightness. Check ALL element sections, especially tip sections, for
correct placement. Make any final adjustments to linear loading tension.
22. Attach the feedline section to the balun. Route towards the boom to mast plate. Secure at regular
intervals with tape or nylon ties.
23. When mounting this antenna on a tower or mast with other antennas there may be interaction. In
general VHF and/ or UHF antennas mounted for HORIZONTAL POLARITY should be at least 40
inches above or below the antenna. Use good quality 50 Ohm coaxial cable to feed the antenna and
be sure your tower and rotator system can handle the wind loading and vertical weight of this antenna.
THIS COMPLETES ANTENNA ASSEMBLY
M2ANTENNA SYSTEMS, INC.
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FRESNO, CA 93722
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40M4LLDD ASSEMBLY MANUAL

DIRECTOR ELEMENT
FRONT DRIVEN ELEMENT
REAR DRIVEN ELEMENT
ON ALL EIGHT
HALF ELEMENT
SECTIONS
REFLECTOR ELEMENT
108.5 "
3/16" x 111" ROD
3/16" x 114" ROD
108.5 "
3/16" x 111" ROD
3/16" x 114" ROD
1-1/4" X 60"
108.5 "
3/16" x 111" ROD
3/16" x 114" ROD
1-1/4" X 60"
108.5 "
3/16" x 111" ROD
3/16" x 114" ROD
OUTSIDE EDGES
2" U-BOLT,
SADDLE,
5/16-18 NUTS (2)
& LOCKWASHERS (2)
3" x .125" x 156" STR
503.5"
301.5"
3" x .125" x 180" SOE
1-1/2" X 60" SOE
3/8" EYEBOLT
3/8" LOCKWASHER
3/8-16 NUT
470"
506"
202"
1-1/2" X 60" SOE
1" X 1" X 6"
BALUN MTG.
ANGLE BKT.
BOOM TO MAST PLATE
NEAR BALANCE POINT
331"
124"
BOOM TO MAST PLATE
NEAR BALANCE POINT
ELEMENT SPACINGS
177.5"
1.5"
CENTER
TO
CENTER
3" x .125" x 180" SOE
1-1/2" X 60" SOE
175"
176"
1/4-20 x 3-1/2"
& LOCKNUTS
4 PLACES
1-1/4" X 60"
1-1/2" X 60" SOE
3/8" EYEBOLT
3/8" LOCKWASHER
3/8-16 NUT
36"
0
1-1/4" X 60"
TURNBUCKLE PLATE
1" X 60"
3/8" TURNBUCKLES (2)
1" X 24" 5/8"
COMPRESSION
CLAMP 1/2" x CHART
EXPOSED
3/4" X 48"
TURNBUCKLE HARDWARE DETAIL
1" X 60"
2" MAST
ON ALL EIGHT
HALF ELEMENT
SECITONS
1" X 24"
1/2" x CHART
EXPOSED
3/4" X 48"
5/8"
COMPRESSION
CLAMP
REFLECTOR 57" 59"
REAR DRIVEN 44.25" 49.75"
FRONT DRIVEN 34.75" 37.5"
DIRECTOR 29.5" 29.25"
LINEAR LOADING (40m) ELEMENT
1/2" TIP DIMENSIONS
1" X 60"
1" X 24" 5/8"
COMPRESSION
CLAMP
1/2" x CHART
EXPOSED
3/4" X 48"
FULL BAND CW / LO FONE
1" X 60"
1" X 24"
1/2" x CHART
EXPOSED
3/4" X 48"
5/8"
COMPRESSION
CLAMP
40M4LLDD DIMENSION SHEET

DRIVEN ELEMENT HARDWARE
FIBERGLASS ROD
1-1/4" X 24"
1-1/4" X 24"
FIBERGLASS ROD
1-3/8 X 24" SLEEVE
NYLON TIE
1-1/2 X 60" SOE
1/4-20 X 2-3/4" BOLT
& LOCKWASHER
3/4" X 11" SQ. RISER
& WELDED TOP PLATE
HPTG 1200
PLILLISTRAN
(1) CABLE EYE
(3) CABLE CLIPS
8-32 X 1"
SCREW &
LOCKNUT
5 PER SIDE
PHASING LINE
STANDOFF
1/4" TURNBUCKLE
AND JAM NUT
PHASING LINE
CLAMP BLOCK
ELEMENT CLAMP BLOCK
8-32 X 2" SCREW &
1/2" X 3" X 6" (SIZE #6)
1/4-20 X 2-1/2"
BOLT AND LOCKNUT
1/4-20 X 3-1/4"
BOLT & LOCKNUT
1/2" X 1" X 4"
LOCKNUT
INSULATOR
POLY DISC
BOOM, 3"O.D.
X .125 WALL
CRADLE
1/4-20 X 2"
BOLT & LOCKNUT
SHORTING BAR PAIRS
1/4-20 X 1" FLAT HEAD
BOLT & LOCKNUT
POST
PHASING LINE
CLAMP CAP
3/16" LINEAR
VERTICAL SUPPORT
3/4" X 3/4"
LOADING ROD
1/2 x 1 x 4" CRADLE (2)
1/4" STAINLESS
TURNBUCKLE (2)
1-1/2 X 60" SOE
1-1/4" X 24"
ALUM. ROD
1-3/8 X 24" SLEEVE
3/16" LINEAR
LOADING ROD (2)
1/4-20 X 2-3/4"
BOLT (4)
8-32 x 1"
SCREW &
LOCKNUT (5)
CABLE EYE
WIRE NUTS (2)
BOOM, 3"O.D.
X .125 WALL
1/4-20 X 3-1/4"
BOLT & LOCKNUT
.
ELEMENT CLAMP BLOCK
1/2" X 3" X 6" (SIZE #6)
BOLT AND LOCKNUT
1/4-20 X 2-1/2"
ELEMENT
HARDWARE
3/4" X 3/4" X .125" WALL
VERTICAL SUPPORT
POST
1/4-20 SS
JAM NUTS
1/4-20 X 2"
BOLT & LOCKNUT
SHORTING BAR
AND STRAIN
40M4LLDD ASSEMBLY DETAIL

LINEAR LOADING
SHORTING BAR HALVES
(2) PER ELEMENT HALF
8-32 X 1-1/2"
SCREW &
LOCKNUT
BOOM HARDWARE ARRANGEMENT
BECAUSE OF THE BEND RADIUS
AND THE REQUIRED SMALL HOLES
IN THE PHASING LINE SUPPORT
INSULATORS, THE USER IS REQUIRED
TO BEND THE TWO PHASING LINES
AT THE TIME OF ASSEMBLY.
BOLTS & LOCKNUTS
4 PLCS PER ELEMENT
1/4-20 X 2-1/2"
USE 1/4-20 X 3-1/2"
BOLTS & LOCKNUTS
LINEAR LOADING SUPPORT POST
WITH WELDED TOP PLATE
3/4 X 3/4 X 11"
3" X .125 X 180" SOE
3/8 X 4"
FORGED
EYEBOLT (2)
2 PLCS. PER ELEMENT
BOLTS & LOCKNUTS
1/4-20 X 3-1/4"
3" X .125 X 156"
TOP VIEW - LINEAR LOADING/ELEMENT CLAMP HDWE
KEEPERS, OR
SHAFT RETAINERS
1 ON EACH END
1/8" CABLE CLIPS
3 PER EACH
ELEMENT HALF
1:1 BALUN
1-3/8" x 24"
1-1/2"x 60"
ALUMINUM=DRIVEN EL.
FIBERGLASS=REF& DIR
1-1/4" x 24" ROD:
1/4-20 X 2" BOLT
AND LOCKNUT (8)
1-1/4" x 60
8-32 X 1-3/4"
SCREW &
LOCKNUT
ATTACH BALUN LEADS TO
PHASE LINE CLAMP CAPS
1/4-20 X 1" FLAT HEAD
BOLT AND LOCKNUT (8)
BALUN MOUNTING
'L' PLATE, 6" (1)
PHASING LINES
3/16" ALUM. ROD (2)
PHASING LINE
INSULATORS (5)
& LARGE NYLON TIE
2-1/2" U-BOLT & SADDLE (1)
5/16-18" NUTS (2)
5/16 LOCKWASHERS (2)
1:1 BALUN AREA TOP VIEW
5.0
4.0"
(2)3/16" SHAFT
RETAINERS
7/8" X 9"
FIBERGLASS
ROD
3" X .125 X 180" SOE
5/16" DACRON CABLE,
USE 1/4-20 X 3-1/2"
BOLTS & LOCKNUTS
3/8" TURNBUCKLES (2)
8 X 8 X 1/4 BOOM TO MAST PLATE
8-32 X 1" SCREWS &
LOCKNUTS (5)
LINEAR LOADING HARDWARE DETAIL
8-32 X 1-1/2"
SCREW AND LOCKNUT
1 X 6"
BLACK ABS
STABILIZER BAR
(BUTT AGAINST
1-1/4" TUBE)
STRAIN RELIEF
8-32 X 1/4"
SET SCREW
8-32 X 1-1/4"
SCREW &
LOCKNUT
LINEAR LOADING
ARM
8-32 X 1"
SCREW AND LOCKNUT
SUPPORT ARM FOR
STABILIZER BAR
1/2 X CHART
5/8"
COMPRESSION
CLAMP
ELEMENT ASSEMBLY
7/8"x 9" FIBRGLASS ROD
1"x24"
1"x 60"
8-32 X 1"
SCREW &
LOCKNUT
8-32 X 1-1/4"
SCREW &
LOCKNUT
3/4"x48"
1/4-20 X 2-3/4"
BOLTS
MATERIAL: ( 2) 3/16" X 132"
6061-T6 ROD
MAKE TWO IDENTICAL PARTS
40M4LLDD PHASING LINE
3.75
3.75
THIS 10" STRAIGHT SECTION
ALLOWS CLEARANCE FOR
BALUN MOUNTING.
5.0
10.0"
40M4LLDD ASSEMBLY DETAIL

GENERIC COMPRESSION CLAMP DETAIL
NOTE:
Generic layout to show
how compression clamps work.
Your antenna may have one or the other
or may even have both compression
clamp sizes.

UNBAGED ITEMS
DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................... QTY
Assembly manual........................................................................................ 1
Insulator, 1-1/4” x 24" fiberglass rod........................................................... 2
Coupling, center 1-1/4” x 24” alum. Rod.....................................................2
Boom to mast plate, 1/4” x 8” x 8" alum...................................................... 1
Balun, 1:1, 3-30 MHz..................................................................................1
Support rope, 5/16” x 40ft. Dacron, .......................................................... 1
Tension Line, Phyllistrand 1200 HTPG, 44”............................................... 8
Vertical support post, 3/4 sq x 11”, welded................................................. 4
Zinc Paste ( Penetrox, Noalox or equivalent) container............................ 2
ALUMINUM TUBING
DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................... QTY
Boom section, 3” x .125” x 180" SOE.........................................................2
Boom section, 3” x .125” x 156" STR ......................................................... 1
Sleeve, 1-3/8” x .058” x 24" ....................................................................... 8
Element butt section, 1-1/2” x .058” x 60" SOE ......................................... 8
Element section, 1-1/4” x .058” x 60” SOE ............................................... 8
Element section, 1.0” x .058” x 60” SOE .................................................... 8
Element section, 1.0” x .058 x 24”..............................................................8
Element section, 3/4” x .049” x 48" SOE.................................................... 8
Element tip section, 1/2” x .049” x SEE DIM SHEET” ...............................8
ALUMINUM ROD
DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................... QTY
Phasing line rod, 3/16” x 132" alum. ..........................................................2
Linear loading rod 3/16” x 111" alum. ........................................................8
Linear loading rod, 3/16 x 114" alum. .......................................................8
BAG #1
Linear loading arm, 3/8” x 1-1/4 ” x 3-3/4”, alum. 1” hole ........................... 16
BAG #2
Insulator, stabilizer bar, 1/4” x 1” x 6” ABS.................................................8
Support arm, for stabilizer bar 3/8” x 1-1/4” x 2-7/8”, alum. 1” hole............8
BAG #3
Disc insulator, 3/8” x 2" polyethylene, 1-1/4" hole .....................................4
Clamp Cap, Phase Line, 1/4” x 3/4” x 1-1/4” alum .....................................4
Clamp Block, Phase Line, 3/8” x 1-3/4” x 2-5/8” alum., 1-1/2” hole............ 4
Phasing line insulator, 5/8” x 2-1/2”, black Delrin....................................... 5
Nylon ties, large 14-1/2" black....................................................................7
BAG #4
Shorting bar, 1/4” x 3/4” x 6".......................................................................16
Strain relief, 1/2 x 1/2 blk delrin .................................................................. 8
BAG #5, #6, #7 and #8
Saddle Clamp, 1/2” x 1.0” x 4" alum........................................................... 8
Element Clamp plate, 1/2” x 3” x 6", 5/8” radius, alum #6..........................8
BAG #9
Turnbuckle plate, 3/16” x 2” x 5”, alum.......................................................1
Balun mounting angle bracket, 1” x 1” x 6” alum........................................ 1
Eyebolt, 3/8-16 x 6” ....................................................................................2
Turnbuckle, 3/8, hook and eye ...................................................................2
Turnbuckle, 1/4-20 x 6”, hook and eye.......................................................8
40M4LLDD PARTS & HARDWARE

BAG #10
Fiberglass rod, 7/8” x 9” with 4 holes..........................................................8
BAG #11
U-bolt, 3".....................................................................................................2
U-bolt, 2-1/2"...............................................................................................1
BAG #12
U-bolt, 2", HD..............................................................................................4
U-bolt, 2” .....................................................................................................1
BAG #13
Nut, 3/8-16 stainless...................................................................................16
Lock washer, 3/8" split ring stainless..........................................................14
Nut, 5/16-18, stainless................................................................................4
Lock washer, 5/16" split ring, stainless.......................................................4
Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3-1/2" stainless.....................................................................4
Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3-1/4" stainless.....................................................................8
Bolt, 1/4-20 x 2-3/4" stainless.....................................................................16
Bolt, 1/4-20 x 2-1/2" stainless.....................................................................16
Bolt, 1/4-20 x 2.0" stainless ........................................................................8
Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1” Flathead, stainless ...........................................................4
Nut, 1/4-20”, stainless.................................................................................8
Nut, 1/4-20 locking, stainless......................................................................40
BAG #14
Screw, 8-32 x 2” panhead, stainless...........................................................4
Screw, 8-32 x 1-3/4” panhead, stainless ....................................................16
Screw, 8-32 x 1-1/2" panhead, stainless .................................................... 40
Screw, 8-32 x 1-1/4" panhead, stainless .................................................... 48
Screw, 8-32 x 1.0" panhead, stainless........................................................64
Screw, 8-32 x 1/2" panhead, stainless........................................................8
Nut, 8-32 locking, stainless.........................................................................172
Nut, 8-32, stainless.....................................................................................8
Cable Clips, 1/8” .........................................................................................24
Small Cable Eyes, 1/8” ...............................................................................8
Compression clamp 5/8”.............................................................................8
BAG #15
Set screw, 8-32 x 1/4” stainless .................................................................16
Shaft retainer, 3/16” stainless.....................................................................32
Push tube 3/8” x 3" alum.............................................................................1
Allen wrench 5/64”......................................................................................2
Carefully designed and manufactured in the USA by:
M2ANTENNA SYSTEMS, INC.
4402 N. SELLAND AVE.
FRESNO, CA 93722
[phone] FAX [phone]
www.m2inc.com Email: [email protected]
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