HamAntCal

HamAntCal

by State Road 41 Apps LLC

56 ratings
60 reviews
#190 in paid Utilities
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$0.99
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 5, 2012
  • June 29, 2020
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This app helps amateur radio operators calculate the starting lengths for various antenna types. It supports both imperial and metric units and offers adjustable calculations for inverted vee antennas based on wire angle. Results require final trimming for precise tuning.

Calculate antenna starting lengths
Supports feet/inches and metric units
Calculates for Dipoles, Inverted Vee, and Verticals
Adjustable Inverted Vee angle calculation
Frequency range 30 KHz to 500 MHz (Inverted Vee up to 60 MHz)
Updated interface and settings
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What's New in HamAntCal

3.5

June 29, 2020

General updates for IOS 13 and interface cleanup.

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Last updated on July 27, 2026.

User reviews

Easy in the field

This app is very easy to use and very quick.

We enjoy using it in the field to make last-minute calculations to modify antennas and to update existing ones

Average

I thought this would show me pictures, give me materials to use. I can do length calculations on my phones calculator.

Much Thanks

This app has been so useful to me for years now. .
It is easy to understand because the developers made the concepts visually clear!

No longer works with IOS 11

This used to be a great app. But it has not been updated in awhile. This version will not work with IOS 11 until updated. This has since been updated, it is once again a great app. Thanks so much

Response from developer

HamAntCal has been updated this weekend for the iPhone X and iOS 11

Great tool for ham radio!

love this app and will continue to use it!

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FAQ

What does HamAntCal do?

HamAntCal is a mobile application designed for amateur radio operators to calculate the starting lengths needed for constructing various types of antennas. It supports common antenna designs like dipoles, inverted vees, and verticals, and can also calculate specific fractional wave lengths.

What types of antennas can I calculate with this app?

The app allows you to calculate starting lengths for 'Dipole' antennas, 'Inverted Vee' antennas, and 'Vertical' antennas. It also features a dedicated page for calculating 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 5/8, and 'Full Wave' lengths.

How does the Inverted Vee calculation work?

The Inverted Vee calculator includes a slider that allows you to adjust the angle of the wires from horizontal, starting at 45 degrees and going down to 20 degrees. As you adjust the angle, the calculator continuously re-calculates the required length, accounting for the change in wire angle.

Does the app provide exact antenna measurements?

No antenna calculator can provide exact results in every situation, as factors like wire type, height above ground, and nearby objects influence performance. The app provides starting lengths, and it is recommended to add extra wire and trim to the desired frequency using an antenna analyzer or SWR meter after installation.

What are the system requirements for HamAntCal?

This update requires iOS 8.2 and above. The app has been updated to 64-bit and is compatible with iPhone X. There is also an in-app purchase available to unlock additional features.