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DX Engineering Complete Fiberglass Tubing and Cam Lock Clamp Kits
DX Engineering Complete Fiberglass Tubing and Cam Lock Clamp Kits bring together high quality and innovation for the Amateur Radio antenna experimenter and portable operator. Here are the latest telescopic tubing and clamp kits, offered in four sizes to satisfy the needs of almost any ham for temporary and portable antenna support, with speed and convenience in mind. Now, with shorter fiberglass tubing, transporting is much easier and shipping costs are reasonable once again! These Complete Kits include the all new DX Engineering Telescoping Fiberglass Tubing. They are made from high quality, pultruded fiberglass tubing with a nominal 0.120 in. wall thickness and a smooth finish for long term use. The two shorter sets have 48 in. sections; the four piece set can extend to 15 ft., and the seven piece set can telescope to 25 ft. The two sets that can extend to 46 ft. tall consist of seven 90 in. sections. The standard set starts with a 2 in. OD base and the Heavy Duty 46 ft. model features a massive 3 in. OD bottom section. DX Engineering Cam Lock Clamp Kits provide fast and easy operation of these portable telescopic fiberglass masts. Multiple clamps are included with each kit, and are the type that permanently mount on the lower tube and allow fast telescopic mast extension and collapsing using the integral Cam Lock Lever that secures the smaller inside tube. Each Cam Lock Clamp kit includes a 3mm Allen wrench that fits all three cap screws, two for the lower tube mounting clamp and one on the upper lever adjustment. Once properly adjusted, the closed lever of the Cam Lock Clamp will hold the upper tube in place very securely. A vinyl cap is included to cover the top of the smallest fiberglass tube being clamped. See all of the included clamps and tubing sizes in the chart, at each kit's images and at the "More Detail" link. Rope for the required guying of telescopic fiberglass masts is sold separately. DX Engineering Complete Fiberglass Tubing and Cam Lock Clamp Kits are the all-new 4 ft. and 7.5 ft. sets of sturdy tubing and easy-to-use clamps for your antenna project, and they ship at low cost! Order yours today!
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DX Engineering Premium Radial Wire
DX Engineering Premium Radial Wire will help you to achieve optimal performance with a ground-mounted vertical and install as many radials as possible. These PVC-insulated stranded copper radial wires are UV-resistant and roll out easily, unlike the wire that is commonly available at "big-box" stores. DX Engineering Premium Radial Wire will last much longer when exposed to the elements, as compared to bare wire.
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DX Engineering LMR400UF Ultra-Flex Coaxial Cable Assemblies
DX Engineering LMR400UF UltraFlex Coaxial Cable Assemblies handle twice the power at half the loss with the same bending capabilities of smaller diameter coaxial cables. UltraFlex Cable Assemblies are perfect for interconnecting high and low power HF and VHF equipment. Times Microwave LMR® 400UF UltraFlex cable has a stranded bare copper center, foam polyethylene dielectric and a pliable rubber jacket (black thermoplastic elastomer) designed for bending. DX Engineering LMR400UF UltraFlex DX Series PL-259 Coaxial Cable Assemblies are terminated at each end with our custom-designed, silver-plated brass DX Engineering PL-259 (UHF male) connectors. These next generation PL-259 connectors feature: -Full diameter, full length soldered center pins that snugly fit even worn SO-239s -Spacious center pin inside diameter that accepts large conductors and allows generous solder flow -Deep, double knurled threaded shells for secure finger tightening These high quality PL-259s have all silver-plated brass shells and bodies with center pins securely mounted in PTFE dielectric for exceptional RF characteristics and power handling. Our DX Series cable assembly PL-259 center pins are hand soldered by trained assembly techs to assure a proper connection. These special PL-259 cable assemblies also feature machine crimped shields, with 360 degrees of complete mechanical and electrical contact for maximum reliability. Every assembly is continuity checked and evaluated with extremely high voltage, then heat-shrink weather-sealed for ultimate longevity. You will not find this level of cable assembly quality anywhere else! Terminated with DX Engineering Next Generation PL-259 connectors, these cable assemblies are intended for use to 170 MHz. An exceptionally flexible, low-loss coaxial jumper for high power Amateur or commercial HF or VHF use – order DX Engineering LMR400UF UltraFlex Coaxial Cable Assemblies.
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DX Engineering TB300 Advanced Design Thrust Bearings
DX Engineering TB300 Advanced Design Thrust Bearings offer a major advance in mechanics that solve the issues with competing tower mast bearings that wear out too quickly They are specifically designed for a vertically mounted 1.5 to 2.0 inch OD tower mast installed for the efficient rotation of directional HF, VHF, UHF and SHF antennas. Introduced in early 2021, the upgraded DX Engineering TB300 features high quality stainless steel ball bearings and stainless steel races that keep the bearings very clean. Compared with ANY OTHER thrust bearings, our TB300 thrust bearings are firm and strong with an ultra-low rotation resistance that has to be seen to be believed. These heavy-duty bearing assemblies are cast from high-strength zinc-aluminum alloy, precision machined and assembled to last for the life of the tower installation. DX Engineering Thrust Bearings are 7 in. diameter overall and mate with tower bearing plates and accessory plates for ROHN or Amerite towers. DX Engineering TB300 thrust bearings mount directly to: -DXE-AS455G DX Engineering Accessory Shelf for inside of ROHN 45G and 55G and Amerite 45 & 55 -Pre-drilled "Flat-Top" Tower Section models ROHN 25AG4 ROHN 45AG4 -Top Bearing Plate models ROHN BPL25G on top of a straight 25G tower section ROHN BPL45G on top of a straight 45G tower section ROHN BPL55G on top of a straight 55G tower section -Tower Top Bearing Plate with Accessory Shelf ROHN BAS25G for top of a straight 25G Tower Sections (may be used on the top of combination model). They may also be used on any Amerite Tower and accessory that corresponds to the ROHN part numbers listed above, including tower-top bearing shelves for AME-25, 45 and 55 series towers. NOTE: Accessory Shelf models that fit inside of ROHN or Amerite 25G do not accommodate DX Engineering Thrust Bearings. These bearings are intended only for top mount on flat top 25G tower. The DXE-TB300 Thrust Bearing, for up to 2 in. OD mast, is supplied complete with hardware. The three stainless steel mast capturing and centering hex head bolts are 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 in. long with stainless steel hex nuts. The mounting hardware, four (4) structural mounting bolts are 1/2-13 x 1-1/4 inch long, and the mounting hex nuts and washers are all galvanized. The TB300 accommodates a mast size range of 1.500 to 2.000 in. OD. Designed and built for vastly improved longevity, our thrust bearings reduce the load on your rotator motor more efficiently than the old standard version. Order DX Engineering TB300 Advanced Design Thrust Bearings for your tower project with 2 inch OD mast.
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DX Engineering Pre-Assembled Radial Wire Kits
DX Engineering Pre-Assembled Radial Wire Kits have 1/4 in. ring terminals that are CRIMPED and SOLDERED onto one end of high quality 14-gauge stranded copper wire with UV black soft PVC insulation. They make the installation of your ground radial system fast and easy. The stranded wire and soft insulation means that the wire will lay flat as you place it on the ground for a simple, no-tangle installation and convenient attachment to your DX Engineering Radial Plate, model DXE-RADP-3. These radial wire kits are designed for users of vertical antenna systems that have the need for a high quality radial system for optimum antenna performance. These kits feature: * 20 radial wires of the same length in each package * 20-packs are offered in three lengths; 20 ft. (-20RT), 32 ft. (-32RT) and 65 ft. (-65RT) * 10-packs of 120 ft. radials for 160 meter verticals also available (-120RT) * 14 AWG, stranded copper wire * UV resistant black soft PVC insulation * 1/4 in. ring terminals are machine crimped and hand soldered onto each radial wire Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information. An effective and efficient system of many radials dramatically improves vertical antenna performance. Give your vertical a boost with DX Engineering Pre-Assembled Radial Wire Kits!
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DX Engineering Coaxial Cable Prep Tools for Crimp Connectors
DX Engineering Coaxial Cable Prep Tools for Crimp Connectors are an easy way to prepare cable ends for RF crimp connectors. These are the tools to use for dual shield cables that require crimp connectors, as well as on single shield cables when you want to use crimp connectors. - Please CLICK or TAP on the title of a listed item for an overview - a complete description, Specifications, Required and Suggested Parts. Links to instruction manuals and charts appear in Documentation.
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DX Engineering MBVE-5A/AE Series SAF-T-TILT™ Vertical Antenna Components
DX Engineering MBVE-5A and MBVE-5AE Vertical Antenna Components are the specialized parts for these SAF-T-TILT™ antenna systems. Top tubing sets include hardware are used on both standard and extended base versions. Standard and extended base tubing and insulators use separate hardware sets included in antenna packages or sold separately. These components are original parts, which are also available here as replacements. These are genuine DX Engineering SAF-T-TILT™ Vertical Antenna Components.
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DX Engineering 400MAX PL-259 Low-Loss 50-ohm Coax Assemblies
Our patented* revolutionary new PL-259 connector and our premium, low-loss 400MAX coaxial cable are designed to make the new DX Engineering 400MAX PL-259 Low-Loss 50-ohm Coaxial Cable Assemblies the best cable assemblies available for simplex HF, VHF and UHF applications. DX Engineering 400MAX coax features a waterproof jacket made with a highly UV-resistant, Type III-A polyethylene which is ideal for all outdoor feedline applications including direct-bury installations. With a large 10 AWG stranded copper center conductor, 400MAX DX Series low-loss assemblies are perfectly suited for long cable runs and low or high power level operations. Our 400MAX coax cable also features modern, gas-injected foam polyethylene dielectric that cannot absorb moisture and has complete shielding with 100 percent coverage bonded aluminum tape covered by minimum 95 percent coverage tinned copper braid. Regarded in the industry as a top quality low-loss feedline, DX Engineering 400MAX Coaxial Cable is custom made to provide the highest performance and excellent longevity. Coaxial cables with foil-braid dual shielding or foam dielectric are optimized for stationary simplex antenna applications across HF, VHF and UHF. DXE-400MAX is not recommended for use in in a VHF/UHF duplex repeater applications or for a beam antenna rotator loop. DX Engineering 400MAX PL-259 DX Series Coaxial Cable Assemblies are terminated at each end with our new, custom-designed, silver-plated brass DX Engineering PL-259 (UHF male) connectors. These next generation PL-259 connectors feature: -Full diameter, full length soldered center pins that snugly fit even worn SO-239s -Spacious center pin inside diameter that accepts large conductors and allows generous solder flow -Deep, double knurled threaded shells for secure finger tightening These new, ultra-high quality PL-259s have all silver-plated brass shells and bodies with center pins securely mounted in PTFE dielectric for exceptional RF characteristics and power handling. Our new 400MAX DX Series cable assembly PL-259 center pins are hand soldered by trained assembly techs to assure a proper connection. These special PL-259 cable assemblies also feature machine crimped shields, with 360 degrees of complete mechanical and electrical contact for maximum reliability. Every assembly is continuity and Hi-Pot tested and then heat-shrink weather-sealed for the ultimate service longevity. You won't find this level of cable assembly quality anywhere else! DX Engineering 400MAX PL-259 Low-Loss 50-ohm Coaxial Cable Assemblies with our new PL-259 connectors are now available, only from DX Engineering! *U.S. Patent D745849
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DX Engineering 1500 Watt Dry Dummy Loads
DX Engineering 1500 Watt Dry Dummy Loads DXE-DL1500U have an attractive, lightweight slotted black aluminum chassis, which provides secure and efficient mounting, RF shielding and air cooling for the large internal resistor. The DL1500U load resistor is nearly three times larger than the resistor in a similar popular dummy load, but this model achieves its performance specifications and will provide years of dependable service. The DL1500U should be used instead of an antenna, as a stable 50-ohm non-inductive load to a transceiver, transmitter, or RF amplifier on HF and 50MHz: • Whenever tuning or testing RF equipment for power output or signal quality • To prevent interference with other stations • To make audio adjustments on a transceiver while listening on a separate receiver • To find initial settings on each band segment for variable components on antenna tuners DXE-DL1500U Dry Dummy Load Specifications: RF Connector: SO-239 (UHF Female); Impedance: 50 ohms, nominal; Frequency Range: 0 to 54MHz; Power Handling (approx..): 100 watts for 10 minutes; 1.5 kW for 10 seconds; SWR: <1.1:1 up to 30MHz (<1.06 typical); <1.25:1 up to 54 MHz (<1.17 typical); Dimensions (WHD): 4 x 3-5/16 x 11-5/8 inches, not including connector
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DX Engineering RG-213U PL-259 Low-Loss 50-ohm Coax Cable Assemblies
Our patented* revolutionary new PL-259 connector and our premium 213U coaxial cable were designed to make the new DX Engineering RG-213U PL-259 Low-Loss 50-ohm Coax Assemblies the best 213/U cable assemblies available for virtually every HF antenna application. DX Engineering 213U is a high-grade standard coaxial cable type, which features a very rugged, highly UV-resistant, non-contaminating Type II-A PVC jacket. These cable assemblies are ideal for all outdoor feedline applications, commonly used for HF and direct-bury installations. With heavy 12.5 AWG stranded copper center conductor, RG-213U PL-259 cable assemblies are perfectly suited for long cable connections to antennas from HF equipment running at very low to high power levels. Our DXE-213U cable features a solid polyethylene dielectric that cannot absorb moisture and it withstands constant movement and flexing on tower mounted rotatable and directional beam antennas. DXE-213U is used at contest station K3LR for installation at the tower top as "rotator loop" coax for HF and VHF. It has excellent shielding with minimum 96 percent coverage copper braid. Regarded in the industry as the right choice for a high quality HF feedline, our 213U Coaxial Cable is custom made for DX Engineering to provide the performance and longevity you expect. DX Engineering RG-213U PL-259 DX Series Low-Loss Coaxial Cable Assemblies are terminated with our new, custom-designed, silver-plated brass-bodied DX Engineering PL-259 (UHF male) connectors. These patented* Next Generation PL-259 connectors feature: -Full diameter, full length soldered center pins that snugly fit even worn SO-239s -Spacious center pin inside diameter that accepts large conductors and allows generous solder flow -Deep, double knurled threaded shells for secure finger tightening These new, ultra-high quality PL-259s have all silver-plated brass shells and bodies with center pins securely mounted in PTFE dielectric for exceptional RF characteristics and power handling. Our 213U DX Series cable assembly PL-259 center pins are hand soldered by trained assembly techs to assure a proper connection. These special PL-259 cable assemblies also feature machine crimped shields, with 360 degrees of complete mechanical and electrical contact for maximum reliability. Every assembly is continuity and Hi-Pot tested and then heat-shrink weather-sealed for the ultimate service longevity. You won't find this level of cable assembly quality anywhere else! DX Engineering RG-213U PL-259 Low-Loss 50-ohm Coaxial Cable Assemblies with our Next Generation PL-259 connectors are available only from DX Engineering! *U.S. Patent D745849
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DX Engineering RPA-2 Modular Receive Preamplifiers
DX Engineering RPA-2 Modular Receive Preamplifiers are newly designed versions of the RPA-1 with internal slots for accessory modules. They accommodate the addition of the one optional plug-in module, such as the 75 to 50 ohm Impedance Transformer Module, or the Receiver Guard 5000HD Plug-In Module, or the DX Engineering Clifton Laboratories Z10020 AM Band Filter Module. DXE-RPA-2 preamps have very low internal noise and are optimized for the 300 kHz to 35 MHz range. They help you hear the weakest signals without artificially raising the noise. Meticulous craftsmanship and durable, robust components allow these preamplifiers to withstand high signal levels while providing superior dynamic range and third-order intercept performance that equals or exceeds most receiver and transceiver front-ends. RPA-2 Receive Preamplifiers have key features added, as requested by our tech-oriented customers and enthusiasts: - Internal slot accommodates the optional 75 to 50 ohm Impedance Transformer Module to accomplish typical receive antenna feedline to equipment transitions without losses -Also allows direct connection to 50 ohm receive antenna feedline BNC connectors with no transformer required - Internal slot for DXE-RG5000HD-PM Receiver Guard 5000HD Plug-In Module – Front-end protection for the RPA-2 - Secure BNC female connectors and receive-system friendly F female connectors remain; both prevent accidental connection to transmitting devices with UHF connectors - A green LED indicates when DC power is present and the preamplifier circuit is engaged. - An ingenious positive-capture threaded-sleeve 2.1 mm power connector that ensures the DC power cannot be accidentally disconnected from the RPA-2. - Alternatively, a simple internal jumper change allows the RPA-2 to be powered by DC on the feedline While many other common preamplifiers suffer from harmonic distortion, RPA-2 Modular Receive Preamplifiers include our exclusive, advanced push-pull design that eliminates harmonic distortion. Their high quiescent current increases their ability to handle strong signals without distortion or overload. These high performance devices must be powered with a well filtered and regulated DC power supply and will offer maximum performance at 12 to 18 Vdc input. Please do not use a cheap wall transformer or noisy switching wall-wart to power these top-of-the-line preamplifiers. Indoor installation at the back of the radio is recommended for RPA-2. For those who want to place them in an enclosure at a receive antenna system, a handy internal jumper allows these new units to be powered on the coaxial cable. RPA-2 Receive Preamplifier Specifications: -Input and Output Connectors, female: BNC and F -Frequency Range: 300 kHz to 35 MHz -Gain: 16 dB, +/- 1.5 dB (over entire frequency range) -Output Third Order Intercept: 43 dBm -Noise Figure: 3.5 dB -One dB Compression Point: +26 dBm (400 mW output) -Dynamic Range, IM3: 110 dB or greater (500 Hz bandwidth) -Power Requirement: 12-18 Vdc, 140 mA max. Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information. DX Engineering RPA-2 Modular Receive Preamplifiers offer superior receiving results on crowded medium wave and shortwave bands as well as on the ham bands. SWLs and Radio Amateurs around the world have come to rely on the advanced operational performance of DX Engineering Receive Preamplifiers. You will be able to pull in the weakest signals and snag that rare one, under the most difficult conditions, when you need it the most. Order your DX Engineering RPA-2 today!
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DX Engineering RG-6U 75-ohm Flooded Quad Shield Coaxial Cable
DX Engineering RG-6U 75-ohm Flooded Quad Shield Coaxial Cable is our top-of-the-line, direct-bury RG-6. It has low RF signal loss and provides greater protection against electromagnetic interference. Available cut-to-length by-the-foot or in 1,000 ft. spools, this is the best ultra-high quality RG-6/U self-healing quad-shield cable solution. This cable may be terminated in the field with black EX6XL Type-F Universal Compression Connectors, also available from DX Engineering. DXE-RG-6UFQ cable is ideal for many receiving applications including active or passive HF Amateur Radio and SWL receive antenna arrays and systems, LW and MW magnetic loop antennas, Beverage antennas, over-the-air TV, AM and FM broadcast reception, CATV systems and video distribution and satellite radio installations such as Sirius/XM. In fact, the low-loss characteristic of our RG-6 cable is excellent for digital audio up through microwave frequencies of satellite radio systems! Our RG-6 flooded quad shield cable has gas-injected polyethylene foam dielectric for the lowest loss and maximum moisture resistance. With an 18 AWG copper-clad steel center conductor it is extremely strong and durable. Two foil shields plus two high-density aluminum braids provide ultimate four-layer RF shielding. The waterproof UV protected black jacket is made with a tough and flexible polyethylene (PE). This cable is infused with a flooding compound that provides a permanent barrier to moisture and is self-healing to minor cuts. The nominal impedance of DXE-RG-6UFQ cable is 75 ohms with a nominal Velocity Factor of 82% (VF = 0.82). The minimum bend radius is 2.500 in. Beware of cheaply made cable with unknown impedance and loss characteristics. If some other cable is substantially less expensive, that should tell you something, right? DX Engineering RG-6U 75-ohm Flooded Quad-Shield Coaxial Cable is absolutely the best RG-6 quad-shield cable available and it is RoHS compliant! Check these super low attenuation figures! 5 MHz: 0.6 dB/100 ft. 30 MHz: 1.1 dB/100 ft. 55 MHz: 1.6 dB/100 ft. Losses at 1.8 MHz are virtually insignificant over several hundreds of feet of this coaxial cable. It can be used for low band receive antennas and arrays without the complications of using a preamp at the antenna. Are you installing or upgrading a Low Band receiving antenna or a CATV or satellite video distribution system that uses RG-6/U Quad cable? If so, then order the new benchmark in RG-6 cable: DX Engineering RG-6U 75-ohm Flooded Quad Shield Coax. Your efforts will be rewarded with the results that you expect, using the best cable from DX Engineering.
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DX Engineering UT-KIT4 Complete Coax Cable Tool Kits
DX Engineering DXE-UT-KIT4 Complete Coax Cable Tool Kits are cost-saving tool kits contained in a handsome, convenient carrying case. DXE-UT-KIT4 tool kits are designed to enable fast, easy installation of soldered PL-259 and Type N connectors on only single shield cables including RG-8U, RG-213 and RG-11U. These kits are furnished with our high-quality DX Engineering coaxial cable prep tools and accessories. Their lockable enclosure is fitted with a precut foam insert with a slot for each tool. Not only are these DX Engineering Complete Coax Cable Tool Kits perfect for helping you keep track of your DX Engineering tools, but they also make it easy for you to carry them from job to job. DXE-UT-KIT4 includes: - DXE-UT-8213* - Stripping tool for RG-213 or RG-8 size cable - DXE-UT-808X - Stripping tool for RG-8/X size cable - DXE-CGH-8U - Hinged Coaxial Cable Gripping Tool for RG-213 or RG-8 - DXE-CGH-8X - Hinged Coaxial Cable Gripping Tool for 8X sized cable - DXE-UT-80P - PL-259 assembly tool, (US Pat. 8,701,278) - DXE-UT-80N - Two-piece Type N connector assembly tool, (US Pat. 8,701,278 B2) - CNL-911 - Coaxial cable shears - DXE-170M - Precision braid trimmers - DXE-UT-RB-HD - Heavy duty stripping tool replacement blades - 7/64" Allen Wrench - Used for replacing the tool blades - DXE-UT-CASE - Custom made carry case with foam insert fitted with a precut foam insert with a specific position for each tool Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information. Whether you are a communications professional who prepares coaxial cables frequently or a Radio Amateur who likes the occasional job done right and easily, these DX Engineering Complete Coax Cable Tool Kits will make single shield coaxial cable preparation a snap. *IMPORTANT: The UT-8213 Prep Tool is NOT intended for use on dual shield coaxial cables including DXE-400MAX and LMR-400 series. Those cables require crimped shield connectors with different stripping dimension. For dual shield cables use the DXE-UT-405C-P1 Cable Prep Tool for DXE-PL259CS8U-6 Next Generation PL-259, or the DXE-UT-405C-N1 Cable Prep Tool for Type N model 172102H243. See the DXE-UT-KIT-CC1.
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DX Engineering Vertical Ground Mount Tubing
DX Engineering Vertical Ground Mount Tubing is very high-strength 4130 Chromoly steel intended to be placed into a concrete foundation for the installation and support of large vertical antennas, tilt pivot bases and other antenna and mast tilt mounts. We have made these mounting masts the appropriate length for the intended installation and for common ground shipment at a reasonable cost; no more searching for a special pipe or paying high freight charges! Cut from our original 4130 Chromoly Masts that are nominally 22 ft., this high-strength galvanized steel tubing is available only in two tubing sizes at nominal lengths for the intended ground mount use. DXE-VGMT-2CG: 2.0 in. OD is about 5 ft.4 in. length, + or - 2 in. DXE-VGMT-3CG: 3.0 in. OD is about 7 ft. 3 in. length, + or - 3 in. Each tube features a 0.250 in. wall thickness and meets ASTM A-513 Type 5 ratings. They are cold-drawn, electric-weld, high-strength carbon-steel tubing with a yield stress rating of over 100,000 psi! Tensile strength minimum is above 110,000 psi. Minimum Rockwell B hardness is 96. They are temperature stress-relieved to ensure consistent mechanical strength. Galvanizing on these masts meets ASTM A123/A123M specifications. The surface finish has a nearly polished appearance. Cut ends have been sprayed with cold galvanizing to inhibit rust. Click on the More Detail link below to see specific DX Engineering pivot base, tilt base and vertical antenna model applications. Are you raising a BIG vertical or antenna mast? If you are going to crank up a large vertical antenna or antenna support mast that will put a LOT of torque on the pivot base or tilt base mount, then order DX Engineering Vertical Ground Mount Tubing for your antenna project and get it without paying truck freight!
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DX Engineering 450 Ohm Ladder Line
DX Engineering 450 Ohm Ladder Line is a transmitting grade low-loss parallel-wire RF feedline featuring a strong, waterproof, UV black polyethylene insulation. To maintain the wire spacing between the conductors while reducing losses, the integral flat plastic material alternates with rectangular openings, which explains the "Window Line" nickname. Capable of handling over 3 kW of RF power, DXE-LL450 is a very low-loss transmission line across HF. It is ideal for exceptionally long feedline runs and for low band wire antennas operated on multiple bands on which the feedpoint impedance can vary significantly, causing mismatch and elevated SWR. Unlike coaxial cables, DX Engineering DXE-LL450 Ladder Line maintains low RF losses at frequencies where antenna feedpoint impedance mismatches cause high SWR. It can provide significantly higher efficiency than coaxial cable when feeding non-resonant antenna systems that are matched with a wide impedance range antenna tuner. DXE-LL450 450 Ohm Ladder Line is a high-quality flat RF feedline, about 0.938 in. wide (15/16") with two 16-gauge copper-clad steel wire conductors (29 AWG x 19 strands) that provide the strength to hold up for long spans between supports without twisting. It exhibits a nominal impedance of around 400 Ohms and a nominal Velocity Factor of 91 percent. For proper performance, LL450 Ladder Line must be installed suspended through the air supported by insulators every 25 ft. or less, kept at right angles and several inches away from other wires, and at least one foot away when run parallel to the earth or large metal surfaces. Installing with an axial twist of one turn per 10 ft. can reduce wind, rain and ice loading, RF coupling and RF noise. DXE-LL450 can be mounted with insulators and suspended on metal or wood posts or run along a wood fence line, only if the fence has no wires or metal mesh that couples RF noise or unbalances the feedline. Often used for non-resonant wire doublet antennas, DXE-LL450 can be more easily terminated outdoors to a DXE-MC20-C4-1 4:1 Balun or a DXE-MC20-1-1T 1:1 Balun. Then, with no inline switches or relays, directly connect the antenna system to a typical indoor wide range antenna tuner using a solid dielectric coax, not foam dielectric, to handle high voltage at high SWR. DXE-213U or DXE-214 Coaxial Cable Assemblies 12 or 18 ft. with PL-259s are perfect for this method, which eliminates the need for a special balanced tuner, and avoids the losses and detuning effects caused by unbalancing when ladder line is routed indoors near wires and ducts. DXE-LL450 is sold by the foot, previously sold as DXE-LL450-CTL, this is the same ladder line with a new part number. It is also available in spools of 500 ft. DXE-LL450-5C and 1,000 ft. DXE-LL450-1K, which are specified for DX Engineering Reversible Beverage System Antennas. NOTE: This type of feedline is intended for MF and HF use and is not suitable for use above 54 MHz. Also consider DX Engineering 300 Ohm Ladder Line, DXE-LL300, an excellent alternative low-loss HF feed line that reduces impedance extremes on non-resonant HF multiband antenna systems.
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DX Engineering Bulk Radial Wire Kits
DX Engineering Bulk Radial Wire Kits will help you achieve optimal performance with a ground-mounted vertical and allow you to install as many radials as possible. These PVC-insulated stranded-copper radial wires are UV-resistant and roll out easily, unlike the wire that's commonly available at "big box" stores. Any type of ground-mounted vertical antenna—an Inverted L for instance—can usually benefit from the addition of a radial system. The increase in field currents provided by radials improves efficiency and antenna Q. Compared to bare wire, DX Engineering Bulk Radial Wire Kits will last much longer when exposed to the elements. These kits include either steel or biodegradable resin radial wire staples for holding down the radials until grass grows over them. The kits work extremely well with DX Engineering Radial Plates (DXE-RADP-3) to create a complete radial system. Biodegradable staples allow easy installation of radial wires and will degrade and disappear in about a year when they are no longer needed, making them environmentally friendly! Biodegradable staples are intended for softer ground, where they may be pushed or lightly tapped into the ground with a tool head. Since they are a resin material, the staples are subject to breaking in rocky or hard soil. They're not intended to be hammered in; if hammering is required for installation, you should use the steel wire staples. Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information. For easy installation of antenna radials, DX Engineering Bulk Radial Wire Kits provide the wire, ring terminals and lawn staples. Suggested as a station upgrade product; make more contacts to worldwide DX stations and DXpeditions.
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DX Engineering RF PRO Loop Replacement Components
Since DX Engineering manufactures the RF-PRO-1B® Active Magnetic Loop Receive Antenna, we can offer these RF PRO Loop Replacement Components. Available for refurbishing Pixel, InLogis or DX Engineering Active Magnetic Loops, choose one or more of these individual "Original Equipment" components, component set or handy accessory pack that fills your needs. 1. DXE-RFPRO1B-PA Receive Preamplifier has this new part number for the preamp unit only. This is the weatherproof, metal-encased replacement RF PRO 1B Receive Preamplifier that mounts directly onto the loop bracket. Mounting hardware is not included with this replacement low-noise preamp, but it is available in the… 2. DXE-RFPRO1B-OAP Outdoor Accessory Pack. This package contains the insulated shoulder washers, flat washers and nuts to properly mount the preamp. Also included in this outdoor package for the loop installation are the mast mounting V-Bolts and Saddles and the short RG-6 F connector jumper to connect the loop to the preamp, and weather sealer. User supplied RG-6 coaxial cable is used for the long feedline that is run inside to the… 3. DXE-RFPRO1B-PI Power Inserter. This is the indoor unit that puts a well filtered and regulated 20 Vdc power onto the feedline for the preamp. It carries the loop RF to the receiver via the F connector. This unit also disables the power to the preamp when it is keyed by the transceiver amplifier keying line. The Power Inserter is run on 24 Vac from the… 4. DXE-PSW-24A-6AU AC Adapter. This clean power supply is a linear transformer that converts 120 Vac to the 24 Vac at 600 mA required by the Power Inserter. It is has the attached 2.1mm power connector. 5. DXE-RFPRO1B-IAP Indoor Accessory Pack contains the cables and adapter to connect the transceiver RF and keying lines to the Power Inserter. The F connector coaxial cable connects RF from the Inserter to the radio. A supplied F female to PL-259 adapter facilitates that connection, should you radio need it. An RCA phono patch cable is supplied for keying the Power Inserter and a RCA phono y-adapter provides the additional keying line connection for a power amplifier. 6. DXE-RF-30B Complete Component Package is for a system replacement where only an existing RF PRO 1B Loop is available. All of the above individual components, cables and hardware items listed above, items 1 through 5, but not the loop, are included in this DXE-RF-30B package. 7. DXE-PRO-LOOP is the Replacement RF PRO 1B Loop that is ordered by customers who have all other components of their system working. When your damaged or defective loop needs to be replaced, this is the loop only part to order. RF-PRO-1B® Loops may occasionally need a replacement component or hardware package. DX Engineering RF PRO Loop Replacement Components are available right here, at DX Engineering!
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DX Engineering TB400 Advanced Design Thrust Bearings
DX Engineering TB-400 Advanced Design Thrust Bearings offer a major advance in mechanics that solve the issues with competing tower mast bearings that wear out too quickly. They are specifically designed for a vertically mounted 2.5 to 3.0 inch OD tower mast installed for the efficient rotation of directional HF, VHF, UHF and SHF antennas. Introduced in early 2022, the upgraded DX Engineering TB400 features high quality stainless steel ball bearings and stainless steel races that keep the bearings very clean. Compared with ANY OTHER thrust bearings, our TB400 thrust bearings are firm and strong with an ultra-low rotation resistance that has to be seen to be believed. These heavy-duty bearing assemblies are cast from high-strength zinc-aluminum alloy, precision machined and assembled to last for the life of the tower installation. DX Engineering Thrust Bearings are 7 in. diameter overall and mate with tower bearing plates for ROHN or Amerite towers. DX Engineering thrust bearings mount directly to the pre-drilled "Flat-Top" Tower Section models 25AG4 45AG4, as well as on Bearing Plate models BPL25G, BPL45G, or BPL55G which may be added to straight 25G, 45G or 55G Tower Sections, respectively. They may be used on the combination model BAS25G Bearing Accessory Shelf for straight 25G Tower Sections. They may also be used on any Amerite Tower and accessory that corresponds to the ROHN part numbers listed above, including tower-top bearing shelves for AME-25, 45 and 55 series towers. NOTE: Accessory Shelf models that fit inside of ROHN or Amerite 25G do not accommodate DX Engineering Thrust Bearings. These bearings are intended only for top mount on flat top 25G tower. The DXE-TB400 3 inch Thrust Bearing includes mounting hardware Patch Bolts (4) are 1/2-13 x 1-1/4 inch long. Patch Bolts have a yellow thread lock compound (one time use) on the threads to help ensure the bolts stay tight once installed. If removed, another thread lock compound will be needed prior to re-installation. The three stainless steel mast capturing and centering hex head bolts are 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 in. long with stainless steel hex nuts. The TB400 accommodates a mast size range of 2.500 to 3.000 in. OD. Designed and built for greatly improved longevity, our thrust bearings reduce the load on your rotator motor more efficiently than the old standard version. Order DX Engineering Advanced Design Thrust Bearings… today!
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DX Engineering Receive Short Element Active Vertical Antennas
DX Engineering Receive Short Element Active Vertical Antennas (the RSEAV Antennas) offer excellent low noise radio frequency reception from 40 kHz to 30 MHz. Better receiving performance than full-size transmit antennas and other active makes the DXE-RSEAV-1 the best choice on the market for VLF through HF reception, including long-distance AM broadcast, Medium Wave and Shortwave (SWL), and new low-frequency Amateur bands, DXing, contesting, and everyday HF operations. Click on a listed product title and Scroll Down to see additional important information. A complete product description appears below the Specifications Overview. Instruction manual links appear in the Documentation section. The sleek and stealthy DXE-RSEAV-1 includes a high-quality three-section 8.5 ft. (2.6m) aluminum tubing whip, insulated mounting plate and the completely new DXE-AVA-3 Active Matching Unit. Its state-of-the-art broadband operational amplifier design works as a high-impedance buffer between the short antenna element and RG6U 75-ohm coax. When installed in the appropriate location, RSEAV antennas provide significantly better weak signal reception than other active receive antennas and full-size transmit-capable antennas, with substantially reduced noise and lower spurious signal interference. Receive Short Element Active Vertical Antennas are intended to be mounted on a ground rod at ground level in a clear area away from all metal, towers and other antennas. They are sold individually (DXE-RSEAV-1), or with a bias tee (DXE-RSEAV-1FVI) and DXE-RSEAV-1 Receive Short Element Active Verticals set a new standard for "Active Receive Vertical Antennas" replacing legacy DXE-ARAV-3, ARAV-2, ARAV-1 and AL-24 versions. Use multiple DXE-RSEAV-1 for all 4 and 8 element DX Engineering Receive Arrays – all 3, 4 and 8 element Hi-Z Antennas Arrays – and 2 element receive arrays with DXE-NCC-2 and NCC-1 Variable Phasing Controllers. The DXE-RSEAV-1 is designed to be a very low-gain, low-noise antenna for greatly improved signal-to-noise performance over a very wide range of frequencies. In a proper single or multi-element array installation, this Receive Vertical antenna will attenuate high-angle skywave signals, which is the goal for a low band DXing receive antenna. Low-angle, long-range DX signals are easier to copy with a good radio and DX Engineering Receive Short Element Active Vertical Antennas. Please Note: To achieve the expected reception pattern, multi-element phased arrays depend upon identical gain and phase response from each element. Every individual element amplifier, its grounding, and even its feedline characteristics and length, must be identical to the others in the array. Therefore, when unrepairable failures occur, it is essential to replace or upgrade all the elements in the array with identical, fully compatible DXE-RSEAV-1 antennas or DXE-AVA-3 units.
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DX Engineering XB-5 Hexx Beam 5-Band Wire Element Kit
DX Engineering XB-5 Hexx Beam 5-Band Wire Element Kit is a component of parts and assemblies that are used to construct the directional XB-5 HF Antenna. It features innovation and convenience for the assembler of this high performance antenna. Here are the items included in this kit: - Wire Elements made from high quality AWG 14 stranded copper with a relaxed black PVC insulation for longevity - Band specific Driven Elements and Reflectors are pre-cut and pre-assembled with color coded and printed shrink tubing near one end for easy identification - Floating Element Wire Guides – studded element and P-clamps with nylon guide tubes that secure the elements to the Hexx Beam fiberglass spreaders while allowing independent movement to reduce strain - Innovative Element Spacers, five pairs of band specific lengths made of Acetal rods that are cut and drilled for specific band spacing. Closely spaced holes secure driven and reflector wire element ends with a simple serpentine routing. This allows easy adjustments of element lengths if tuning is necessary. Refer to the DX Engineering XB-5 Hexx Beam HF Antenna manual for more information.
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DX Engineering Yaesu Rotator Cable Assemblies
DX Engineering Yaesu Rotator Cable Assemblies are plug and play ready with Yaesu connectors installed, eliminating the trouble and time of soldering wires onto tiny connector pins. These rugged, yet flexible cables are built to last with heavy duty stranded copper 18 AWG 6-conductor covered with our industry leading exclusive direct-bury polyethylene (PE) black jacket that is impervious to water and highly resistant to sunlight UV. The high quality metal exterior connectors installed mate to the Yaesu rotator units listed. That Yaesu 7-pin plug with screw-on shell (1.030 in. OD) is installed on one end and the 6-pin rectangular keyed connector (0.765 in. max. diagonal) is installed on the other end, each with weather-sealed heat-shrink. Cable assemblies are available in a 10 ft. length for bench testing and for regular runs in 50 ft., 75 ft., 100 ft., 150 ft., 200 ft., 250 ft., and 300 ft. lengths. All cables have six conductors at 18-gauge for complete, full-length compatibility, even though some Yaesu rotators use only 4 or 5 conductors. DX Engineering Yaesu Rotator Cables are compatible with these Yaesu models: G-450A G-450ADC G-800DXA G-1000DXA G-2800DXA G-5500A* G-5500DC* *Azimuth Elevation Rotators require two cables. User will cut off 6-pin connectors and strip leads for the screw terminals on the back of the Azimuth-Elevation controller. NOTE: Cable may be split, prepped and connected to surge protection (DXE-CLTB-M or DXE-IS-RCT) at the installation point of the protector, typically at the grounded tower base. Optional dielectric grease, sealing tape and electrical tape are recommended parts. These types of weather sealing tapes are easily installed and removed on the rotator connector. Save yourself the hassle of soldering rotator connectors onto cables. Order a spare to have on hand as a replacement for an existing system! DX Engineering Yaesu Rotator Cable Assemblies are ready for your Yaesu rotator system installation.
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DX Engineering CC-8A Deluxe Control Consoles
DX Engineering CC-8A Deluxe Control Consoles are flexible, 8-position controllers used to control the DX Engineering RR8 series Antenna Switches, 8 Circle Arrays, or any product that uses a 13.8V DC, 1-of-8 or BCD control format. They feature an attractive metal housing that is powder-coated and features an ON/OFF switch, ergonomic selector knob, and eight front-panel LEDs, with adjustable brightness, to indicate the switch position. Their rear-panel external plug allows the control cable to be easily unplugged during weather events or if the shack needs to be rearranged. We also suggest unplugging the control console leads when severe weather is expected. The use of a lightning protector on the control lines (DXE-IS-RCT) is prudent as well. Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information. DX Engineering CC-8A Deluxe Control Consoles are RoHS-compliant and the components, including the solder used, are all lead-free. Only use lead-free solder and lead-free soldering tools if internal servicing is required.
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DX Engineering Telescoping Aluminum Antenna Tubing Kits
DX Engineering ATK65A Telescoping Aluminum Antenna Tubing Kits employ twelve aluminum tubes that may be used as rope-guyed vertical radiators. Intended for portable or temporary operations, these kits may also be used in a well-guyed permanent vertical antenna installation. They're a good DIY vertical antenna element for Field Day, DXpeditions, RVs, SOTA, camping, and more. Guying is required (three or four levels of rope guys are needed when these kits are extended beyond a 30 ft. height), so guy rings are included. ATK65A kits consist of 11- 6-ft. sections and one 3-ft. section of DX Engineering's rugged 6063-T832 drawn aluminum tubing. The kit also includes all required stainless steel element clamps. The bottom section is the 2.0-in. outside-diameter heavy-wall (0.120 in. thick) that mates up to 2-1/8 in. diameter tubing with an 8 in. overlap, and then back to 2-in. diameter tubing with a 5 in. overlap. Each sections continues the element taper down to 7/8-in. diameter at the top. The overall length of the assembled sections can reach up to 780 inches, or 65 feet. These kits are well suited as vertical radiators for your custom-designed single vertical antenna or in multiples in a two or four element array. They may be set to resonate on any HF band at any length up to 65 feet by simply removing or telescoping the sections and clamping them at the desired length. NOTE: This vertical antenna tubing kit is NOT intended to be used as a support for other antennas. Also keep in mind that vertical elements typically require counterpoise or radial wires emanating from the feedpoint for proper function. Erection of this thin-wall aluminum tubing element is a multi-helper, simultaneous push-up and pull-on guy lines process. See the instructions for details. For additional product information, please look at the files under the "Documentation" tab. Whether you use them as a stack of aluminum for your experimentation or as quarter-wave resonant vertical element, DX Engineering ATK65A Telescoping Aluminum Antenna Tubing Kits provide the most economical path to building your own designs!
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DX Engineering Premier Telescoping Carbon Fiber Masts
DX Engineering Premier Telescoping Carbon Fiber Masts are the superior choice for portable and temporary antenna supports. These very high-strength and lightweight carbon fiber masts are available in four extended length versions; 24 foot, 33 foot, Heavy-Duty 33 foot and 49 foot. Their short section lengths allow easy transport and low cost shipping. The longest 49 foot model has a closed length of 81 inches; the other three models slide down to an amazing 69 inches! Surpassing the competition and fiberglass, these black UV resistant carbon fiber tubing masts are super lightweight and ultra-portable. Included lever-action cam-lock clamps secure the next smaller tube in place. Clamps are removable for placement of optional guy rings, and their lever grip is adjustable, both with the included 3mm Allen wrench. Each different size clamp mounts securely on a lower tube and its integral cam lock lever allows fast and easy telescopic mast raising and lowering. DX Engineering Premier Carbon Fiber Masts are lighter than aluminum and fiberglass and stiffer than steel of the same thickness. Their resistance to corrosion and breakdown is the best of these four temporary mast materials. Each section features a red color at the bottom to indicate minimum overlap when extending. Click on each model for specific dimensions and number of sections and clamps. These are the ultimate quality carbon fiber masts for portable and temporary antenna supports. Wherever you go and however you get there, DX Engineering Premier Telescoping Carbon Fiber Masts are the absolute best choice for your next portable antenna adventure.
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