VE6LK

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast layabout. Accredited Examiner Canada/USA | Creates solder smoke | http://YouTube.com/@VE6LK | #HamRadio #AmateurRadio

Public Key

npub16m8c80zfyy0l0ppcj8d8rr8vu9k7v6gvsm5ew788rx3p9jphcu3sr4u3e9

NIP-05 Address

VE6LK_at_mastodon.hams.social@mostr.pub

Profile Code

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relay.mostr.pub

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2024-09-26 17:09:19

Uh-oh. WT1W wrote up the dingus below the video to say I'm a CW Sensei. I'm unsure about that but let's hope my appearance on Coffee & Ham Radios tonight inspires more folks to jump on the CW bandwagon rather than scaring them off 😀
Join us tonight at 2000ET https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3CVP9lI3oA

2024-09-25 22:44:14

Uh-oh! Come along with Coffee and Ham Radios as we talk CW on 2024 09 26 at 2000ET https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3CVP9lI3oA

2024-09-02 14:52:35

QRV 7276

2024-09-02 11:02:46

Today at around ~1500UTC, @mike.kennerknecht and myself will be operating at CA-6216 in a cross-border QRP activation. CW and SSB. Watch for spots!

2024-08-31 19:45:39

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@npub1ecz…6au0 however, our Discord now has a channel #bag-talk to provide that needed outlet

2024-08-31 19:44:42

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@npub1ecz…6au0 Dude, that *section alone* would be 6 hours if I opened it up. I'd just sit back and let George and Thomas do their thing. And there ain't a big enough memory stick to record that convo.

2024-08-31 15:34:10

And all of this stuff goes into it, with a bit of room to spare. Bungee cord holders from https://www.fishingbutler.com/
https://mastodon.hams.social/system/media_attachments/files/113/057/362/032/668/217/original/0ee5f7436f99d8dd.jpeg
https://mastodon.hams.social/system/media_attachments/files/113/057/362/034/610/000/original/aab235a12515b76a.jpeg

2024-08-31 15:32:35

Bag located! Bass Pro Shops Extreme Series Tackle Bag 3600 https://www.cabelas.ca/product/145290/bass-pro-shops-extreme-series-tackle-bag
https://mastodon.hams.social/system/media_attachments/files/113/057/355/363/048/578/original/bf3460b57cff214f.jpeg

2024-08-31 12:53:38

One of these will no doubt fit my gear well, and the plastic bins will make very fine parts bins at home
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2024-08-31 12:52:04

Current location. On my way to pick up a tackle bag to fit my KX3. You will, no doubt, hear about it in an upcoming segment of “bag talk” on Ham Radio Workbench.
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2024-08-29 12:01:43

Learning CW? Looking for a CW Trainer or Morse Tutor?
We've got you covered! Take a peek at the W8BH Morse Tutor kit that you can assemble in ~2 hours or we can assemble for you.
https://ve6lk.com/learning/morse-tutor-kits/

2024-08-28 11:11:42

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@npub1v0r…z4me thanks Shawn

2024-08-27 14:50:33

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I'm down a rabbit hole, no surprise given my need to have everything organized.
But now I've discovered the case type I need for my QRP gear.
Can any of you fishing-peeps tell me if I need a 3600 or 3700-sized tackle bag to hold a KX3, battery and a few wire antennas?

2024-08-27 11:05:42

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@npub1yzh…cr6s Pelican case of course!

2024-08-26 20:55:20

Dang. So very many plastic organizers, all in one place, and not expensive either.
https://mastodon.hams.social/system/media_attachments/files/113/030/313/692/042/812/original/1f7aeefa1aad4b6f.png

2024-08-18 00:53:25

An excellent video showing us how a maker does surface mount soldering. There are some *excellent* close-up video shots in here and it's reasonably entertaining too. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IFcErsWPGCk

2024-08-17 20:34:01

Yes, you *can* remove surface mount components with an axe. via @LB4FH
The kind you cut wood with.
Yes, you read that correctly.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/yEeCAjn5SXg

2024-08-16 22:49:28

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@npub1mv6…pza6 I use 35'; it's important to calculate the length you use to understand the effect of your choices.

2024-08-16 17:22:24

If you like lightweight coax as I do (RG-174 for my QRP activations) then watch this great video from Mark AA3W where he shows you how to determine loss and - more importantly - the power loss calculation to know how much power is getting to the antenna https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HeTFUXZTojU

2024-08-16 12:33:41

I can't believe International Dog Day special event stations go on-air next week, including myself as VE6D. Here's a great interview with Caryn Eve Murray from last night's Ham Nation show https://www.youtube.com/live/b1PnAuUY7gw?si=4IoV72o0dsa19Adw&t=1918
https://ve6lk.com/about/international-dog-day/

2024-08-12 03:53:41

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In the spirit of M*A*S*H 4077, meatball surgery at it’s finest
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2024-08-12 03:52:58

Dangit this is my LilyGo T-Deck
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2024-08-10 11:12:05

The story behind my most recent and frustrating activation https://qrper.com/2024/08/fish-creek-provincial-park-my-most-frustrating-activation-to-date/

2024-04-25 12:02:28

Newest episode in my One CW Question series is up, today with one of the Co-Founders of CWOps, Rob K6RB.
He says to just put down the pencil to improve!
The video is here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMB-FZiKICk
Like'n'Subscribe folks!

2024-04-24 13:08:43

I am pleased to have served
@ractweets
as VE6RAC on World Amateur Radio Day 2024. Come along for some 13WPM code practise from that day in this video, part 1 of 3. https://youtube.com/watch?v=a_O-EWgITag
Watch RAC's website for details on how to download your certificate https://rac.ca/operating/world-amateur-radio-day-april-18-2024/

2024-04-11 12:35:59

Newest episode in my One CW Question series is up, today with CJ WT2P.
He says that learning fast is the way to go!
The video is here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKARTz5pHTg
Like'n'Subscribe folks!

2024-04-07 12:56:42

Newest episode in my One CW Question series is up, today with the President of the IARU, Tim Ellam VE6SH.
His simple tip surprised me and I hope it surprises you.
The video is here youtu.be/jXCWbYkvQ1c
Like'n'Subscribe folks!

2024-04-05 12:34:13

Newest episode in my One CW Question series is up, today with Dale W4AUV.
He says that getting on the air early is key to making CW fun.
The video is here youtu.be/UdPBb7VPpTU
Like'n'Subscribe folks!

2024-04-03 12:02:42

Newest episode in my One CW Question series is up, today with Chris KD2YDN.
He says that having a Ham Radio adjacent hobby or activity is key to making CW fun.
The video is here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_363g5o24cQ
Like'n'Subscribe folks!

2024-03-27 12:38:24

Newest episode in my One CW Question series is up, today with Lidiette KQ3Q. She offers some short tips that apply *especially* to beginners like she. The video is here https://youtube.com/watch?v=_icB_erAYVY…Like'n'Subscribe folks!

2024-02-06 18:46:42

Ham Radio Workbench Episode 200 and 201 dropped today. 201 is an interview with Eric Guth 4Z1UG about his workbench and his plans for QSO Today Academy.
He says some insightful words at around 37:20 in the interview about leaving the world a better place after you depart.
https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/hrwb-201-a-conversation-with-eric-guth-from-the-qso-today-podcast