At present, portable receivers generally use ferrite rod antennas for LF and MF (below 2 MHz), and whip antennas for HF (up to 30 MHz). Each type has proved effective in its particular application.

[David] wasn’t completely unprepared, as he did have the loading coil for his portable 20 m antenna, but was missing the telescoping whip. He calculated the whip length should be around 20 cm ...

Blending portability with performance, these antennas emerge as a benchmark in radio-enhancing solutions for diverse applications. Fairview's newly launched rubber duck and whip-style antennas are ...