Cheap helical antennas

[landmannnn]

I notice ebay and amazon seem to have hundreds of low price helical antennas. Problem is that they seem to be 8+turns, this makes them too directional compared to 3 to 4 turns.
May be a stupid question, but can they be cut ďown to 4 turns? (and still work?)
Saying that I will probably go to fpvlr anyway.

 

[saylor]

no one ever responded?

I would say yes, as long as you cut it at an even spot - quarter turn, half turn, full turn, like that. don't just cut it wherever.

it should work

 

[mphsjeep]

You want IBCrazy brand antennas. The guy pretty much put us where we are today with RC FPV.....
http://www.getfpv.com/5-8ghz-7-5dbic-helical-goggle-mount.html
Here is the one I use for my Fatshark goggles on my FPV Quad. Surf the site until you find the right GHz. You can also IM him for support through the forum.