DIY antenna to boost Wi-Fi signal in just a couple of hours

We have already shared with you several times the ways to amplify the wi-fi signal of the router using available tools: and packaging from under the disks. But if you need something really powerful, the homemade antenna described in this post will help you significantly expand your "home zone" of wireless Internet.

Of course, you can just go to the store and buy everything you need. But a real life hacker doesn't give up so easily! So, a craftsman from Italy Danilo Larizza recently shared in his story how he managed to save money on buying a wi-fi signal amplifier and make a 2.4 GHz antenna himself, which raises the data transmission channel between two points over a considerable distance.

Materials (edit)

You will need: copper wire (or iron wire), aluminum foil, a plastic container for storing food, and a soldering iron.

Assembly

You need to make 2 squares with sides of 31 mm from the wire, as shown in the figure below.

DIY antenna to boost Wi-Fi signal in just a couple of hours

Installation

We connect the copper core of the coaxial cable to one corner of the resulting structure, and the metal braid to the other.

The device must be protected from the elements. To do this, we place it in a light sealed plastic container with a lid.

According to the author, the service life of such an antenna is at least 6 months. To further enhance signal strength and directivity, you can add a reflective shield. This can be a regular aluminum foil.

According to the author, such a homemade antenna steadily transmits data over a distance of about 400 meters at a speed of up to 250 Kbps. At shorter distances, the speed is significantly higher, up to 5.5 Mbps.

Next time, before buying an antenna in a store to amplify a wi-fi signal, try making such a device yourself. The result will pleasantly surprise you!

Perhaps you have an interesting experience of your own or an idea of how you can amplify a wi-fi signal? Tell us about it in the comments!

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