Overview

SOTAbeams Tactical 7000hds Compact Heavy-Duty Telescopic Mast

SOTAbeams Tactical 7000hds Compact Heavy-Duty Telescopic Mast is a unique, high-quality portable mast designed for extreme conditions, which extends to a height of 23 ft.

For years, SOTAbeams customers have asked for a heavy-duty telescopic mast of good height that packs small enough for serious portable operation. They wanted something that was up to the task of handling the most extreme conditions nature can muster; a mast that was stiffer than other products. After months of design work with a manufacturer of specialized composites, SOTAbeams is pleased to introduce the Tactical 7000hds (heavy-duty short) mast, available from DX Engineering.

Features of the SOTAbeams Tactical 7000hds Compact Heavy-Duty Telescopic Mast:

* Heavy gauge pole sections, 14 total—the perfect balance of strength, stiffness and weight for more demanding applications
* Super short 23 in. packed length for easy transport
* The very best extended length of 23 ft. for tactical use in extreme conditions (23 ft. is 7,000mm, hence its name: "Tactical 7000hsd"
* Military colors for low visual signature
* Camouflage carry bag with draw string (camouflage pattern may vary from batch to batch)
* High impact foam shock absorber built into base
* Non-conducting low-loss fiberglass construction
* Hollow top-section allows wires to be fed through
* Screw-cap base allows field repairs and section swap-outs
* Perfect for use with SOTAbeams Band Hopper antennas

"Every serious portable operator needs a Tactical 7000hds in their armory"

Detailed Specifications*:

* Extended length: 7 meters (23 ft.)
* Packed length: 59 cm (23 in.)
* Wall thickness: 2mm (0.1 in.) bottom, 1.3mm (0.05 in.) top
* Weight: 1.65 kg (3.64 lbs.)
* Mast Material: heavy-duty glass-fiber composite (non-conducting)
* Tube diameter: top 4mm (0.16 in.), base 52mm (2.05 in.)
* Base cap diameter: 61mm (2.4 in.)
* Tube color: Pantone 19-0622 TPX Military Olive

*NOTE: All dimensions approximate.

FAQ:

* The mast is made of Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) = Fiberglass. This is an insulator with excellent RF properties (very low loss).
* Friction Lock: Pull each section firmly with a twisting motion for best lock. When erecting always start with the smallest section. When taking down always start with the largest section.
* Top sections may be removed by unscrewing the end cap at the bottom of the mast.

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