DX Engineering HAM Radio Equipment

DX Engineering RF-PRO-1B® Active Magnetic Loop Antennas

New Name...Same Antenna! DX Engineering RF-PRO-1B® Active Magnetic Loop Antennas are designed for low-noise reception of signals within the frequency range of 100-kHz to 30-MHz. Their integral, extra-high dynamic range, low-noise preamplifier is designed for minimum intermodulation distortion in the presence of very high-level signals that would normally overload most preamplifiers. Read more about the exclusive Clifton Laboratories design of the loop's RF-30 preamplifier by clicking "More Details" below. RF-PRO-1B Active Magnetic Loop Antennas, formerly known as the "Pixel Loop" and recently as InLogis, are now manufactured and serviced by DX Engineering. For Amateur Radio operators, AM DXers and Short-Wave Listeners, these active loop antennas are a great way to extend your listening ability. Add DX Engineering RF-PRO-1B® Active Magnetic Loop Antennas to your radios and start hearing more signals with less noise! Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information.

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$809.99

DX Engineering Maxi-Core® 20 Baluns and Feedline Chokes

The present-day DX Engineering was launched in the year 2000. To celebrate our 20th Anniversary in the year 2020 we have developed a new line of Baluns and Feedline Chokes. Introducing DX Engineering "Maxi-Core® 20" Baluns and Feedline Chokes. They reduce or eliminate currents on the outside of your feedline allowing you to hear and to be heard much better. They keep more RFI/BCI out of your antenna and receiver and transfer more of your transmitted signal to the antenna for higher efficiency, the best antenna pattern and maximum performance. Signaling a new era of RF performance across the 1.8 to 54 MHz frequency range, DX Engineering Maxi-Core® 20 Baluns and Feedline Chokes handle full-legal-power-plus and provide higher common mode impedance (CMI) across a greater frequency range than competing models and even previous DX Engineering and Comtek models. Years of R&D coupled with major advancements in test equipment and techniques combined with custom ferrite materials have allowed our engineering team to design the DX Engineering Maxi-Core® 20 Baluns and Feedline Chokes. Maxi-Core® 20 Baluns and Chokes have high CMI across the AM Broadcast band and the HF/6M spectrum, which is essential to provide sufficient suppression of unwanted transmitted and received RFI/BCI current on the feedline shield exterior. Hear and be heard with DXE Maxi-Core® 20 Baluns and Feedline Chokes. Choose superior performance from these models: * DXE-MC20-1-1 Maxi-Core® 20 - 1:1 Current Choke Balun - For all HF-6m balanced antennas with a 50 ohm feedpoint, including resonant dipoles, loops, Yagis, beams, etc. * DXE-MC20-FC Maxi-Core® 20 - 1:1 Feedline Choke – This high CMI line isolator is perfect for use in line on 50 ohm coaxial feedlines, at the antenna, tower or shack end of the feedline. * DXE-MC20-1-1T Maxi-Core® 20 - 1:1 Current Choke Balun – This 1:1 "T" model is for force feeding antennas with a tuner. Use it at the end of ladder line of any impedance or mounted on a coax fed non-resonant antenna. This model tolerates operation at high SWR on non-resonant multi-band antennas. * DXE-MC20-C4-1 Maxi-Core® 20 - 4:1 Current Choke Balun is for use on antennas with a 200 ohm feedpoint and at the end of any impedance ladder line, especially on antenna systems with higher impedance. This model tolerates operation at high SWR on non-resonant multi-band antennas. * DXE-MC20-V4-1 Maxi-Core® 20 - 4:1 Voltage Balun is a 200 ohm to 50 ohm transformer for use on random long-wire and OCF antenna applications. This true voltage balun is intentionally designed with low CMI for antennas that need a transformer without RF choking for easier antenna tuner operation and it tolerates elevated SWR. Maxi-Core® 20 Baluns and Feedline Chokes are built into a convenient weather resistant NEMA enclosure that is mounted easily with optional brackets. They feature 1/4-20 stainless steel hardware and a high quality silver-plated PTFE dielectric SO-239 (UHF female) input connector. The SO-239 connector limits power handling to 5 kW at low SWR and reduced power at elevated SWR. These baluns and the feedline choke exhibit very low insertion loss and inherently low SWR. Optional mounting brackets are available for use on wire antennas or for verticals, Yagi and beam antennas. See the Suggested Parts tab after clicking "More Detail" on the model of interest. Combination packages that include balun or choke and mounting bracket are also available.

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$141.99

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$169.99

DX Engineering RG-8X 50-ohm Bulk Coaxial Cable

DX Engineering RG-8X 50-ohm Bulk Coaxial Cable is a very flexible low-loss, gas injected foam dielectric feedline, with a braided shield and non-contaminating Type II-A PVC jacket, suitable for short run direct bury applications. Our RG-8X is intended for moderate-power HF stations or mobile applications where short runs and flexibility are key factors. Slightly larger than RG-58 cable, DX Engineering RG-8X offers better handling characteristics, very good shielding, and lower loss. DXE-8X uses standard PL-259 or Type-N connectors with UG-176S reducing adapters (connectors and reducers sold separately). Note: For additional product information, please look at the files under the "Documentation" tab.

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$599.99

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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$122.98

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$281.98

DX Engineering Telescoping Fiberglass Tubing Sets

DX Engineering Telescoping Fiberglass Tubing Sets are available in four different sets, made from high quality, pultruded fiberglass tubing with a nominal 0.120 in. wall thickness, that is smooth finished for long term use. The two shorter sets have 48 in.. sections, one has four pieces with a 2 in. bottom section that can extend to 15 ft., and the 7 piece set that extends to 25 ft. has a 2.50 in. base. The two sets that extend to 46 ft. tall consist of seven 90 in. sections. The standard set starts with a 2 in. base and the Heavy Duty 46 ft. model features a massive 3 in. bottom section. See the included sizes in the chart at each kit's images and at the "More Detail" link. These "TF" Telescoping Fiberglass Tubing Sets are the only available fiberglass tubing which does not include clamps. These tubing sets plus the DX Engineering "CLC" Cam Lock Clamp Kits are the components of the "TFK" Complete Fiberglass Tubing and Cam Lock Clamp Kits, sold as combinations. DX Engineering Telescoping Fiberglass Tubing Sets are ready to ship at low cost, these all new 4 ft. and 7.5 ft. sets of sturdy tubing are available for any project. Order yours today!

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$78.99

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$210.99

DX Engineering RG-213/U 50-ohm Bulk Coaxial Cable

DX Engineering RG-213/U is a low-loss, 50-ohm, standard-spec Coaxial Cable with a non-contaminating Type II PVC jacket. This is unterminated bulk cable that is sold by the foot. See Coaxial Cable Assemblies for coax with connectors. Specially manufactured for DX Engineering, RG-213/U feedline is perfect for outdoor use due to its excellent UV resistance and durability in direct-bury applications. Specially suited for high-power amateur stations, RG-213/U provides a lower loss solution for long cable runs at any power level. Featuring a solid polyethylene dielectric, this is the coax that withstands constant movement and flexing on tower mounted rotatable and directional beam antennas. DXE-213U is recommended by contest station owner K3LR for installation at tower top as "rotator loop" coax for HF and VHF. DX Engineering RG-213/U is easily terminated with standard solder or crimp style PL-259 and N connectors designed for RG-8 sized, 0.405 in. cables. DX Engineering Next Generation hybrid PL259s with crimp shield, solder center attachment are also a great choice for DXE-213U coax cable. Note: For additional product information, please look at the files under the "Documentation" tab.

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$1.60

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$1,299.99

DX Engineering 400MAX Low-Loss 50-ohm Bulk Coaxial Cable

DX Engineering 400MAX is premium, low-loss, 50-ohm bulk cable with a special Type III-A, UV-resistant polyethylene jacket that is waterproof; ideal for outdoor applications, particularly direct-bury. With its larger 10 AWG stranded copper center conductor, 400MAX is specially suited for high-power amateur stations, providing a lower loss solution for long cable runs at any legal power level. The high-quality construction continues with a gas-injected foam polyethylene dielectric, followed by the highest level of shielding with bonded aluminum tape covered by a tinned copper shield braid. 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 Low-Loss 50-ohm Bulk Coaxial Cable accepts standard PL-259 or N connectors. Note: For additional product information, please look at the files under the "Documentation" tab.

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$1.54

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$1,539.99

DX Engineering RG-8X PL-259 Low-Loss 50-ohm Coax Cable Assemblies

Our patented* revolutionary new PL-259 connector and our premium flexible DXE-8X coaxial cable were designed to make the new DX Engineering RG-8X PL-259 Low-Loss 50-ohm Coaxial Cable Assemblies the best RG-8X cable assemblies available for HF applications. DX Engineering RG-8X PL-259 Low-Loss 50-ohm Coaxial Cable Assemblies are made from our new-process low-loss, gas injected foam dielectric cable. Featuring stranded copper center, braided copper shield and a non-contaminating Type IIa PVC jacket, good for direct bury, our 8X DX Series cable assemblies are intended for moderate-power HF stations or mobile applications where short runs and flexibility are key factors. Slightly larger than RG-58 cable, DX Engineering RG-8X offers better handling characteristics and very good shielding. Plus, this is the new type of foam that cannot gather moisture and has lower loss than old RG-8X foam cables. DX Engineering RG-8X PL-259 Low-Loss Coaxial Cable Assemblies are terminated with our new, custom-designed, silver-plated 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 * All DX Engineering Cable Assemblies are Hi-Pot tested and heat-shrink weather-sealed for the ultimate in service longevity These new, ultra-high quality PL-259s have all silver-plated shells and bodies with center pins securely mounted in PTFE dielectric for exceptional RF characteristics and power handling. Order some extras in various lengths to have on hand for the next time you add to, change, or rearrange your equipment. DX Engineering RG-8X PL-259 Low-Loss 50-ohm Coaxial Cable Assemblies are perfect for every station! *U.S. Patent D745849

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$36.99

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$125.99

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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$40.99

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$334.99

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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$1.18

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$792.99

DX Engineering Window Feed Through Panels

DX Engineering Window Feed Through Panels are designed for easy windowsill mounting and provide a weather-proof solution for feeding up to five coax cables with PL-259 connectors. Additionally, they allow you to connect a ground cable or copper strap outside without drilling or cutting through walls. Aluminum plates on both sides of the feed through panel bond all five coax shields together, and the stainless steel ground post brings your outdoor ground connection inside. Built using high-quality 0.688" thick Cedar wood, they have excellent insulating properties. The cut to length Cedar panel is naturally resistant to rot, decay and insects, providing a maintenance-free weather barrier. These cedar panels are also pitch and resin free to accept a wide range of beautiful finishes or leave it in its naturally beautiful raw finish.

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$179.99

DX Engineering Stainless Steel Telescopic Whips

DX Engineering Stainless Steel Telescopic Whips combine rugged durability, corrosion-resistant stainless-steel construction, and a compact collapsible design. Engineered for portable HF operation, these versatile whips are ideal for POTA, SOTA, DXpeditions, EMCOMM, and other field deployments, delivering reliable performance wherever your operating adventures take you.

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$59.99

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DX Engineering Next Generation Crimp/Solder 8U PL-259 Connectors

DX Engineering proudly announces our new, ultra-high quality, PL-259 connector that is so different from previous designs that we have a Patent**! DX Engineering Next Generation Crimp/Solder 8U UHF Male Connectors are now available to build your custom coaxial cable assemblies. Engineering studies have confirmed that the absolute best RF connections for double-shielded cables like LMR-400 and DXE-400MAX are made by crimping the shield, not soldering. However, most PL-259 crimped center pins aren't large enough and don't have enough contact area, which affects reliability. DX Engineering has solved those issues with these custom-designed connectors that we introduced on DX Engineering DX Series Coaxial Cable Assemblies. These PL-259s have soldered center pins that are full length and full diameter, so they connect properly, even with worn SO-239s. DX Engineering Next Generation PL-259CS8U series connectors achieve exceptional RF performance and power handling with these features: * All silver-plated brass shell and body * Silver-plated center pin securely mounted in PTFE dielectric * Center pin accepts large conductors and scalloped-tip allows generous solder flow * Crimped shield connection provides maximum reliability for all cables * Deep, double-knurled threaded shells for secure finger tightening * Fits all RG-8U size cables with center conductors up to 10 AWG including DXE-400MAX and LMR-400 as well as RG-213U, RG-11U and many others, including Belden 7810A, 8214, 8267 and 8237, 9913 and 9913F7. * Available in packages of 6, 12 or 24 connectors NOTE: DX Engineering offers reasonably priced, professional grade cable prep and connector crimping tools for an entire range of cables and connectors. Click "More Details" and the "Suggested Parts" tab to see available related products. Now you don't have to use the same old PL-259s. These advanced-technology PL-259 connectors let you build the highest quality coaxial cable assemblies. We designed them to be strong and lightweight and they represent a landmark improvement over decades-old, unchanged connector designs. This time, new IS better! Order DX Engineering Next Generation Crimp/Solder 8U UHF Male Connectors today and take advantage of DX Engineering innovations in RF connectivity! **U.S. Patent D745849

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DX Engineering Radial Plates

DX Engineering Radial Plates are made of 304 Stainless Steel, 1/8 inch thick and 11.625 in. x 11.625 in. outside dimensions. They are made with the finest Stainless Steel that will last! Not cheap aluminum that will dissolve in your soil! ".....it is so beautiful, I want to frame it and put it up on the wall - not in the dirt under my vertical. Sebastian - NS0W" Unique enough to be covered by two US Patents, (Pat. No. 6,927,740 and D533,167), the DX Engineering Radial Plate is meant for those of you that have or are building a quarter wave vertical antenna and who want an easy, neat and effective way to connect those essential radial wires and the coax to your vertical antenna for the lowest takeoff angle and strongest signals. Stainless steel construction assures that your signal won't disappear like a disintegrating aluminum radial plate. One OPTIONAL SADDLE CLAMP (SOLD SEPARATELY) IS REQUIRED to mount the DX Engineering Radial Plate to a ground mounted antenna support pipe, also sold separately. For STEEL pipe from 1 to 2 in. O.D. the all-Stainless Steel DXE-SSVC-2P is the REQUIRED clamp, sold separately. For STEEL pipe from 2 to 3 in. O.D. the all-Stainless Steel DXE-SSVC-3P is the REQUIRED clamp, sold separately. For pipe or rod whose O.D. is between 0.50 in. and 1.75 in. the DXE-CAVS-11P V-saddle clamp is the REQUIRED clamp, sold separately. For aluminum tubing from 1 in.to 2 in. O.D., the DXE-CAVS-2P V-saddle clamp is the REQUIRED clamp, sold separately. This plate will work perfectly with most commercially available vertical antennas such as the Hustler BTV series (4BTV thru the 6BTV), the SteppIR (BiggIR or SmallIR) or an antenna of your own construction. When used with the Hy-Gain AV-18HT Hy-Tower antenna, the radial plate will sit on the concrete under the base plate and will fit within the three concrete-mounted base/insulator pipes. The DX Engineering Radial Plate has a number of advantages over the other plates on the market: First, the DX Engineering Radial Plate will attach easily and rigidly to a 4x4 or 6x6 wooden post using simple wood screws, or to a steel or aluminum pipe (up to 3.0 in. outside diameter) using an OPTIONAL SADDLE CLAMP, SOLD SEPARATELY, to attach to whatever you have supporting your vertical. Size and clamp selection is detailed above. Second, this plate actually has a place where you can attach your coax! What a concept! The plate assembly has been drilled for optional SO-239 Chassis Mount and Bulkhead Fittings. This is a MUST item for proper handling of RF ground current! Regardless of how you do it, it is imperative that your coax be grounded to the radials to complete the circuit for your radial current. Third, the DX Engineering Radial Plate is laser cut from tough stainless steel so that it has smooth edges, won't corrode and will always look good. You will be proud of how good your installation looks. Fourth, it is square. Why? Because a square has more lineal distance around it than the round plates that you usually see. This allowed us to put 60 holes in it, use larger bolts for more clamping power and still not crowd them together. Remember: The more current that flows in through your radials and through this plate, the stronger your signal is going to be and the more DX stations that you are going to hear. So, put on as many radials as you can. Fifth, we supply the correct Stainless Steel bolts, nuts, star washers, flat washers and lock washers to attach the radials. Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information. For the absolutely finest made radial plate available, order DX Engineering Radial Plates. Suggested as a station upgrade product - make more contacts to worldwide DX stations and DXpeditions

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$99.99

DX Engineering RT4500HD Heavy-Duty Rotators

DX Engineering RT4500HD Heavy-Duty Rotator – The ultimate azimuth positioning rotator, purpose-built to work flawlessly for many years in a majority of tower mounted directional antenna systems. Every aspect of this rotator was designed for high-strength, ease of installation, serviceability and longevity. This rotator is extremely capable and worry-free for tower mast mounted directional antennas. The RT4500HD Heavy-Duty Rotator has capabilities that rival most rotators available on the Amateur Radio market. With an impressive list of features and benefits, it is noteworthy that this rotator does not have mechanical limit switches. Soft rotation limits are set in the optional controller to match the limits of the installed antenna cables. If the antenna or the mast ever slips, simply reset the controller to the new center of rotation and recalibrate the rotational range. Climbing or antenna mast repositioning is not immediately required. The part number DXE-RT4500HD is the stand-alone rotator unit only, which does not include a Top Mast Clamp. This allows for the selection of one of two different size Rotator Top HD Mast Clamps available, both also sold separately, that matches popular mast outside diameters (OD); DXE-RTMC-2 for 2-inch OD mast and DXE-RTMC-3 for 3-inch OD mast. Similar part numbers with added suffixes represent combinations that include the DX Engineering RT4500HD Heavy-Duty Rotator with either the 2-inch or the 3-inch Rotator Top HD Mast Clamp. Other part numbers include either the DXE-RT-21DXE Digital Rotator Controller or the microHAM ARCO Advanced Rotator Controller. Rotator control cables and cable assemblies are sold separately. Features and benefits of the extremely durable RT4500HD Heavy-Duty Rotator: • Superior Rotational Torque > 4,400 in. lbs. with high ratio worm gear drive powered by an extra heavy-duty 24VDC motor • Exceptional Braking Torque >18,500 in. lbs. by high ratio gear reduction that prevents rotation of the mast mounted antenna system due to wind • Very high Vertical Load Capacity — internal needle thrust bearing handles up to 2,000 lbs. • High-compression Heavy-Duty Top Mount Mast Clamps are available for 2-inch OD or 3-inch OD masts • Precision Movement — accuracy within +/-0.1 degrees with high resolution pulse counter • Easy Maintenance — access panel allows service of pulse counter switch without removing the rotator from the tower • Built for Longer Life — hardened steel gears welded onto shafts prevent slippage and shearing of key pins; larger main gear provides increased strength • Weather-Protected — sloped body sheds water; seals at the output shaft, the intermediate plate and the access panel keep moisture out; weep holes make sure it stays dry • Worry-Free Installation — standard four-bolt mount (same as Hy-Gain T2X/HAM); this triangular-shaped rotator fits inside ROHN 25G and Amerite 25 towers and on Accessory Shelves (rotor plates), including the DXE-AS25G and DXE-AS-455G. However, the RT4500HD easily handles antenna systems larger than the 25G will safely handle. Rohn 45G, 55G and up, Amerite 45 and 55, and many other high strength towers are recommended • Works with High-Quality Accessories — Optional DX Engineering DXE-RT-21DXE Digital Rotator Controller, or the microHAM ARCO Advanced Rotator Controller or other 24VDC Pulse Counting Programmable Controller. Install the rotator that provides the most accurate and dependable operations – the DX Engineering RT4500HD Heavy-Duty Rotator.

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$2,469.99

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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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$449.99

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$1,211.99

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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$179.99

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$334.99

DX Engineering NCC-2 Receive Antenna Phasing Systems

Imagine adjusting the controls to knock out strong interfering stations or noise—and then being able to copy and log that weak DX station. By successfully combining the right antennas with the advanced phasing capabilities of the NCC-2, this is the operating thrill that every radio enthusiast can enjoy, again and again! DX Engineering NCC-2 Receive Antenna Phasing Systems are variable phasing controllers that combine the 300 kHz- 30MHz received signals from one transmit antenna and one receive antenna, or from two dedicated receive antennas. Combining signals from two stationary antennas physically spaced 1/10 to 1/2 wavelength apart creates an array pattern with signal peaks and dips called nulls. Adjusting the NCC-2 Phase and Balance controls have the effect of electronically rotating or steering that pattern. Steering the null direction to significantly weaken a local or distant interfering signal or noise is known as "Noise Cancelling." This "Noise Cancelling Controller" (NCC-2) can dramatically enhance the reception of weak signals from non-null directions. This "reverse-beam" capability on radio frequencies AM Broadcast through HF can provide amazing benefits for many types of AM DX and SWL receiving and ham radio operating. Work new DX, hear the weak station in casual regional conversations, snag the rare multiplier in contests and hear beyond the noise and interference in dire circumstances. DX Engineering NCC-2 Phasing Systems now feature the built-in RTR Receive-Transmit Interface relay system that expands the exciting benefits of antenna phasing for interference reduction in two ways: * First, the NCC-2 can combine signals from the HF transmit antenna and a separate receive antenna to effectively notch-out strong stations or noise. Almost any Amateur can now enjoy the benefits of antenna phasing and noise-nulling, even those with space limitations for separating the receiving and transmitting antennas. * Second, the user of any standard HF transceiver that lacks a separate receive antenna input can have enhanced reception of noise and signal nulling with the DXE-NCC-2 and two antennas. Rear panel SO-239, F and BNC connectors make the NCC-2 extremely versatile and easy to connect to almost any receiver or HF transceiver up to 200 watts. Redesigned with plug-in modular circuit board sockets, the NCC-2 includes one switched and powered internal slot and two passive internal slots per channel to accommodate these new options: * DXE-RPA-2-PM Receive Preamplifier Plug-In Modules (powered): one per channel for low-signal passive antennas with poor ground conditions * DXE-RG5000HD-PM Receiver Guard 5000HD Plug-In Module (passive): Front-end protection for the NCC-2 and the receiver * DXE-IT-PM 75 to 50 ohm Impedance Transformer Plug-In Module (passive): to match 75 ohm RX ANT feedlines to NCC-2 50 ohm internal impedance * NCC-2 Receive Filter Sets (passive, non-switchable): High Pass, Band Pass and Low Pass Filters for 160, 80, 40 meters typically in stock, with other band filters available individually by special order. DX Engineering NCC-2 Receive Antenna Phasing Systems offer these new additional benefits: * Multi-Color Status Indicating LEDs for Power, RTR Mode and Preamp Power CH A and CH B * New Radio Key Line Input with RX Enable Output-RTR Failsafe to prevent RF damage to NCC-2 and RX equipment * New ACC Key Line Output RCA female 'ground on transmit' pass-through for Amplifier or Accessory * New screw-on 2.1mm DC connector to prevent accidental power cable pull-out * Operates on +13.8VDC @ 2A input to power the NCC-2 and internally jumper set Bias Tee on each RX ANT ports for coax fed Active Verticals and other accessories. Offering new and experienced radio enthusiasts the next level of reception enhancements, DX Engineering model NCC-2 Receive Antenna Phasing Systems in use around the world!

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$955.99

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 Utility Enclosure Kits

DX Engineering Utility Enclosure Kits are ideal for the outdoor mounting of many types of lightning protectors or other equipment. This enclosure and grounding plate kit accommodates coaxial protectors with a flange mount or bracket so connectors are parallel with the grounding plate. (Bulkhead protectors that mount the connector through a grounding panel cannot be used.) DX Engineering DXE-UE-2P Utility Enclosure kits are manufactured from weather-resistant, high-impact thermoplastic material that protects the inside components against rain and directed water spray. The housing and wire entrance grommet materials used in the enclosure are fire-retardant and UV-stabilized and resist degradation from weathering, environmental contaminants, chemical fertilizers, and insecticide sprays. The exterior of the housing may be painted with latex or oil base paints if needed to help blend into the location. Because these kits have many potential applications, no holes have been drilled in the enclosure. However, mounting holes have been pre-drilled in the aluminum mounting plate. Four of the six sheet metal screws are included to secure the mounting plate to the enclosure; the other two sheet metal screws are for mounting the copper strap clamp to the mounting plate. Watertight feedthrough couplers mount to the top of the enclosure; drilling or cutting with a hole saw is required. Eleven port openings exist in the bottom--two are large for conduit coaxial entry/exit, and nine are smaller for coaxial cable, rotor cable, Telco lines, and more. All openings are sealed by a weathertight foam insert. NOTE: The DXE-UE-2P accommodates coaxial protectors that have a Flange Mount bracket, or those that work with an accessory bracket, to mount the connectors parallel with the grounding plate. Bulkhead Mount protectors that place a connector through the grounding plate cannot be used. These kits include: * 13 in. W x 14 in. H x 4 in. D enclosure (11-1/2 in. W x 11 in. H x 3-1/8 in. D) * 6 stainless steel hex washer head slotted sheet metal #8 x 1/2 in. screws * 8 in. W x 11.0 in. H x 1/8 in. D pre-drilled 6061-T6 aluminum mounting plate * Four weathertight coaxial cable feedthrough couplers, ideal for most RG8U or RG-213 sized coaxial cable * One 2 in. x 1/2 in. x 1/8 in. thick copper strap clamp with two drilled holes Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information. Provide proper protection for your weather-sensitive connections. Use DX Engineering Utility Enclosure Kits to supply the environmental safeguard you need!

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$92.99

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 Ferrite

DX Engineering Ferrites are partially magnetic metal and ceramic mixes available in a variety of forms, including toroid core, bead type and plastic-covered split-bead ferrite called snap-beads. They are used in a myriad of RF suppression applications to mitigate RFI (radio frequency interference) as well as to reduce pulse and other types of RF noise interference. Special ferrites are used for experimentation and electronic circuit building and for making transformers, RF chokes and antenna baluns. The variations of magnetic and non-magnetic metals and non-metal ceramics used to make ferrites are called "Mixes" and each has different radio frequency properties or ranges. Therefore, different mix number ferrites are typically used for different applications within those ranges, determined by decades of experiments by engineers and applications by hams. Each Mix has been assigned a color code to help identify the ferrite, so numerical labeling is not used on the metal. Color coded ferrite can be identified long after the numbered package is discarded or has disintegrated with time. How do they work? Simply use snap-on beads on a cable or wire. An even more effective choke takes a few to several turns of a wire or cable through and around a ferrite snap-on bead or toroid core. This mitigates RFI to, or from, the connected RF noise producing or noise affected electronic device. The results can be very surprising. Solving noise and RFI can be frustrating. Due to the nature of RF and noise interference suppression; the techniques of appropriate use of ferrites can take a bit of trial and error, but are often the best solution for a difficult problem. Use DX Engineering Ferrite for an incredible range of electronic circuits, noise abatement and RF suppression projects. The details of DX Engineering Ferrite mixes and types appear in each product description. Sizes and applications are discussed in "More Details" and in the literature available at the "Documentation" tab of each of these products.

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DX Engineering Cam Lock Clamp Kits

DX Engineering Cam Lock Clamp Kits provide fast and easy operation of portable telescopic non-metallic masts. Four kits of multiple clamps are offered which cover ten sizes of Cam Lock Clamps for a comprehensive selection. These mast clamps 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 clamp has a number stamped on it, which helps to identify the Cam Lock Clamp. To find the kit that serves your needs, see the clamp kit selection and size chart in the images. in "Documentation" and the "More Detail" link. 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 Cam Lock Lever 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. NOTE: Tightening adjustment of the Cam Lock Clamp cap screws is typically required for normal operation. When Cam Lock cap screws are correctly tightened, clamped upper sections stay in extended position. These top-grade clamps sets are designed to be used on DX Engineering Telescopic Fiberglass Tubing Kits or may be used on other fiberglass tubing sets of the appropriate sizes. Upgrade your portable fiberglass mast kit with DX Engineering Cam Lock Clamp Kits.

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DX Engineering Receiver Guard Electronic RF Limiters

DX Engineering Receiver Guard RG5000HD Electronic RF Limiters are the best choice of inline devices to protect your receiver antenna inputs. The Receiver Guard is a receive antenna input limiter specifically designed to protect a sensitive receiver front-end against high levels of RF and potential damage. At the heart of each Receiver Guard is a highly effective electronic RF limiter covering 500 kHz to 150 MHz with an insertion loss under 0.15 dB up to 50 MHz and under 0.30 dB up to 150 MHz. The multi-stage design includes a gas discharge tube for maximum pulse energy protection. The DXE-RG5000HD rejects 10 watts of catastrophic receive antenna feedline RF while passing a maximum signal of about 87 dB over S-9, which is only 25 mw, a signal level that is well below the point of front end damage. Receiver Guards are a must for multiple radio contesting stations and they provide low-cost front-end "insurance." Use them in these common high-RF situations: - Receive antennas in very close proximity to transmit antennas - Field-day operations with many transmitters in close range - Multi-transmitter contesting sites - Neighboring Amateur and CB operators - Frequent high-power mobile encounters Extensively tested and proven in real-world stations, the Receiver Guard works for all radios and offers the ultimate performance required by the upper tier of transceivers tested to have the best narrow-spaced third-order dynamic range or published RMDR (Reciprocal Mixing Dynamic Range). These are passive electronic limiters, so competitive contesting stations use separate band filters in addition to the Receiver Guard. When there are high levels of RF on your receive antennas, the DX Engineering Receiver Guard generates far less harmonic noise than other limiters on the market, which allows your station to continue to operate safely and competitively. At normal HF signal levels the RG5000HD operates continuously with no effect on the performance of your station while providing the best possible protection for your radio. Here are key Receiver Guard features: * Keeps stray high levels of RF from damaging your receiver input * Ideal for separate 160 and/or 80 meter receive systems with large pulse and RF energy capture area * Uses state of the art components for maximum protection of receivers * Under 6 ns response time * Multi-Stage protection * Very low insertion loss * Uses BNC type connectors to avoid accidental connection to a transmit feedline * Has been developed and tested in world-recognized multi-multi contest station K3LR Specifications - DX Engineering Receiver Guard model DXE-RG-5000HD - Frequency Range: 0.5 through 150 MHz - Insertion Loss: < 0.15 dB up to 50 MHz, < 0.3 dB 50 MHz up to 150 MHz - VSWR: < 1.2:1 - Maximum Output Level at 10 W input: +14 dBm (0.025 W) - Maximum Power Handling: 10 W CCS (Continuous Commercial Service) - Device Impedance: 50 to 75 ohms, unbalanced - Connectors, Input and Output: BNC female Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information. What happens if the receive antenna is extremely close to the transmit antenna, or there is an antenna support or other system failure that causes a high RF level to enter the receive antenna input? A DX Engineering Receiver Guard can save the day! Order yours now.

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$119.99