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SOTAbeams HAM Radio Products
SOTAbeams makes telecommunications products tailored specifically to the Ham Radio community, including the popular WSPRlite Propagation and Antenna Tester. The WSPRlite...
SOTAbeams makes telecommunications products tailored specifically to the Ham Radio community, including the popular WSPRlite Propagation and Antenna Tester. The WSPRlite is a specialized test beacon that uses WSPR technology to transmit to a worldwide network of receiving stations. WSPRlite displays a transmit signal’s geographical range as well as received power on an easy-to-read propagation map. You can get the WSPRlite, filter kits, and many other SOTAbeams accessories at DX Engineering.
SOTAbeams makes telecommunications products tailored specifically to the Ham Radio community, including the popular WSPRlite Propagation and Antenna Tester. The WSPRlite is a specialized test beacon that uses WSPR technology to transmit to a worldwide network of receiving stations. WSPRlite displays a transmit signal’s geographical range as well as received power on an easy-to-read propagation map. You can get the WSPRlite, filter kits, and many other SOTAbeams accessories at DX Engineering.
SOTAbeams Tactical Mini Compact Ultra-Portable Telescopic Mast
SOTAbeams Tactical Mini Compact Ultra-Portable Telescopic Mast is small enough to fit in a backpack. It is tall enough to support an antenna, strong enough to withstand the elements and light enough that you can carry it with you anywhere you go! Portable operators need something lightweight and transportable to support their antennas. The Tactical Mini was designed with those features in mind. Even in the most demanding situations the Tactical Mini will not let you down. A great support for the Band Hopper 2 and Band Hopper 3 it is also the perfect support for a ground-plane antenna for 20M, dipoles and end-fed half wave antennas. SOTAbeams Tactical Mini Features: * Heavy gauge pole sections—the perfect balance of strength, stiffness, and weight for more demanding applications * Super short-packed length for easy transport in a backpack * Fits in aircraft carry-on baggage (always check before flying) * The very best extended length for tactical use in extreme conditions * Telescopic - perfect for rapid deployment * Military colors for low visual signature * Camouflage carry bag with draw string * Built-in base shock absorber * Non-conducting low-loss fiberglass construction * Hollow top-section allows wires to be fed through * Screw-cap base allows field repairs and section swap-outs * Perfect for use with the Band Hopper antenna range Detailed Specifications: -- Extended length: 19.6 ft. (6 meters) - Lengths approximate -- Packed length: 22.1 in. (56 cm) -- Number of sections: 11 -- Wall thickness: 0.04 in. (1 mm) bottom and top -- Weight: 1.5 lbs. (0.7 kg) -- Mast Material: heavy-duty glass-fiber composite (non-conducting for best RF performance) -- Tube diameter: Top 0.16 in. (4 mm); Base 1.53 in. (39 mm) -- Base cap diameter: 1.85 in. (47 mm) -- Tube color: Pantone 19-0622 TPX Military Olive -- Mast sections hollow to the top -- Supplied with camouflage carry bag with drawstring -- High impact foam shock absorber built into base. FAQ: -- The mast is made of Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) = Fiberglass. This is an insulator with excellent RF properties (very low loss). -- The packed length can be reduced to 21.3 in. (54.2 cm) by removing the top and bottom caps—useful in some airline carry-on bags. The maximum dimension for an airline carry-on bag is typically 22 x 14 x 9 in. (56 x 35 x 22 cm). -- Friction lock: pull each section firmly with a twisting motion for best lock. When erecting always start with the smallest section. When taking down always start with the largest section. -- Mast sections may be removed by unscrewing the endcap at the bottom of the mast, pulling out the shock absorber and removing unwanted sections. Always replace the shock absorber before use.
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SOTAbeams Tactical 7000hds Compact Heavy-Duty Telescopic Mast
SOTAbeams Tactical 7000hds Compact Heavy-Duty Telescopic Mast is a unique, high-quality portable mast designed for extreme conditions, which extends to a height of 23 ft. For years, SOTAbeams customers have asked for a heavy-duty telescopic mast of good height that packs small enough for serious portable operation. They wanted something that was up to the task of handling the most extreme conditions nature can muster; a mast that was stiffer than other products. After months of design work with a manufacturer of specialized composites, SOTAbeams is pleased to introduce the Tactical 7000hds (heavy-duty short) mast, available from DX Engineering. Features of the SOTAbeams Tactical 7000hds Compact Heavy-Duty Telescopic Mast: * Heavy gauge pole sections, 14 total—the perfect balance of strength, stiffness and weight for more demanding applications * Super short 23 in. packed length for easy transport * The very best extended length of 23 ft. for tactical use in extreme conditions (23 ft. is 7,000mm, hence its name: "Tactical 7000hsd" * Military colors for low visual signature * Camouflage carry bag with draw string (camouflage pattern may vary from batch to batch) * High impact foam shock absorber built into base * Non-conducting low-loss fiberglass construction * Hollow top-section allows wires to be fed through * Screw-cap base allows field repairs and section swap-outs * Perfect for use with SOTAbeams Band Hopper antennas "Every serious portable operator needs a Tactical 7000hds in their armory" Detailed Specifications*: * Extended length: 7 meters (23 ft.) * Packed length: 59 cm (23 in.) * Wall thickness: 2mm (0.1 in.) bottom, 1.3mm (0.05 in.) top * Weight: 1.65 kg (3.64 lbs.) * Mast Material: heavy-duty glass-fiber composite (non-conducting) * Tube diameter: top 4mm (0.16 in.), base 52mm (2.05 in.) * Base cap diameter: 61mm (2.4 in.) * Tube color: Pantone 19-0622 TPX Military Olive *NOTE: All dimensions approximate. FAQ: * The mast is made of Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) = Fiberglass. This is an insulator with excellent RF properties (very low loss). * Friction Lock: Pull each section firmly with a twisting motion for best lock. When erecting always start with the smallest section. When taking down always start with the largest section. * Top sections may be removed by unscrewing the end cap at the bottom of the mast.
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SOTAbeams Carbon-6 Compact Ultra-Light Telescopic Masts
SOTAbeams Carbon-6 Compact Ultra-Light Telescopic Masts extend to 19 ft. and collapse to a handy 17 inches! Their super-lightweight carbon-fiber composition and nested length is perfect for carrying in your backpack. They're light enough to take on any excursion and are easily telescoping for rapid deployment. Ultra-lightweight portable operators, like mountain-topping backpackers, need a special mast to support their antennas. The new Carbon-6 has been designed for exactly this role. The Carbon-6 has been manufactured specifically for SOTABEAMS. Carbon fiber masts are slightly conductive and so extra care must be taken when using them near power lines. These masts are suitable for supporting lightweight horizontal or inverted-vee antennas. Because of their flexibility, we recommend a maximum antenna height of 16 ft. (5 meters). We do not recommend using these masts for supporting the center of dipoles with heavy feedlines or for use to support a vertical antenna. They are perfect for supporting the center of lightweight end-fed wire antennas. This mast is destined to become a popular choice for the portable operator who just wants to travel light and undertake more "extreme" forms of travel. Each section is set by friction lock, pulling each section firmly with a twisting motion for best lock. When erecting always start with the smallest section. When taking down always start with the largest section. Mast sections may be removed by unscrewing the end cap at the bottom of the mast and removing unwanted sections. Detailed Specifications of the SOTA beams Carbon-6 Compact Ultra-Light Telescopic Mast: - Extended length: 19.6 ft. max. (6 meters), approximate - Packed length: 17 in. (43 cm) - Number of sections: 18 - Wall thickness: 0.04 in. (1 mm) bottom - Weight: 10.6 oz. (300 g) - Mast Material: carbon fiber - Tube Diameter: Base 1.2 in. (31 mm), Top 3/32 in. (2.4 mm), - Base cap diameter: 1.25 in. (32 mm) - Tube color: white (base), black (other sections) - Supplied with black carry bag with tie-string
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SOTAbeams MDCS-100 Drive-on Mast Mount
SOTAbeams MDCS-100 Drive-on Mast Mount makes it easy to set up for portable operations with your fiberglass, aluminum or carbon fiber mast antenna support along side your parked car. Just drive a wheel onto the base plate and insert a mast into the steel sleeve. Perfect for operating from remote locations where other portable antenna mounting options are not available. Keep the drive-on mount in your car for a portable antenna system mount that is ready for any operating opportunity. This is a handy accessory for the well-equipped emergency communicator. Paired with the SOTAbeams Compact Travel Mast (SBM-TRAVELMAST), you have a complete portable solution for mounting a light-weight wire antenna. NOTE: This mount is not suitable for the SOTAbeams Mini Telescopic Pole or the Tactical 7000hds. The recommended maximum telescopic fiberglass or carbon fiber mast height is 33 ft. (10 m). Guying recommended; guying is required in windy conditions or when using antennas that exert a significant "pull". For some slim masts you will need to shim the sleeve to get a proper fit. Made of mild steel with an attractive silver painted finish it will give many years of service. Great with guyed aluminum, carbon fiber and fiberglass poles up to 2.25 in. diameter (58mm) at the base section. It is quick and easy to assemble and take apart for transport as the stand separates into two parts. SOTAbeams Drive-on Mast Mount Specs: -- Sleeve Height: 15.75 in. (400mm) -- Sleeve Inside Diameter (ID): 2.36 in. (60mm) -- Sleeve Outside Diameter (OD): 2.51 in. (63.7mm) -- Weight: 5.28 lbs. (2.4 kg)
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SOTAbeams MINI Telescopic Fiberglass Poles
SOTAbeams MINI Telescopic Fiberglass Poles are a high quality fiberglass pole that extends to 13 ft. 6 in. (4.1m), nominal. Ideal for super-light portable ops - especially cycling! Two back to back MINIs can be used to make a loaded dipole. A plastic carry bag is included. Dimensions (approx.): Closed length 51cm = 20 in. Open length 4.1m = 13 ft. 6 in. Typical Weight 300g = 0.67 lb. (10.6 oz.). Dimensions and weight are approximate and will vary. Manufacture and markings varies depending upon source availability.
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SOTAbeams Winders
SOTAbeams Winders are manual hand tools that are ready to help with wire and rope. They are big and handy at 10 in. long x 4.5 in. wide. Tidy up your quick-deploy portable wire antennas! They are sold individually, in four colors; blue, green, orange and yellow. You can color code your wire and rope with these four different colored winders. Wrap it up and put it away. Later, get it out and rolled out without creating a tangled mess! Order SOTAbeams Winders from DX Engineering today!
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SOTAbeams Fuser 6 DC Distribution Boxes
SOTAbeams Fuser 6 DC Distribution Boxes are the lightest PowerPole® distribution boxes… by far! SOTABEAMS PowerPole® Fuser-6 boxes make light work of connecting five accessories to your power source (they have one input and 5 outputs). All of the connectors are individually fused. In a typical shack you might have a 100 Watt HF radio, a 50 watt 2m FM radio, an antenna tuner and a QRP rig all connected to your Fuser-6 - and still have a spare connector! Fuser-6 boxes are supplied with three 25 Amp and three 5 Amp fuses. Standard automotive blade fuses make replacement easy - these are widely available with values from 1 to 30 Amps. Fuser-6 units incorporate a polarity warning system; lights GREEN for CORRECT and RED for REVERSE. It's handy when you have a battery connected to the system to help avoid damage to your equipment if you accidentally get the battery connections reversed. Fuser-6 internal circuitry is rated at 25 Amps (30 Amp surge); no mean feat for a PCB design. To achieve SOTAbeams had to use a special PCB with double weight copper. They also use a clever design to further improve the current handling: ultra-wide copper tracks are used on both sides of the board. The boards are then roller tinned (on both sides) to reduce the resistance and handle heat even better. They use plated through holes, carefully located to ensure an even current distribution between each face of the board. Of course, Fuser-6 boards use genuine Anderson PCB contacts for lower contact resistance and improved reliability. NOTE: For best kit results use a soldering iron of at least 50 Watts. Additional flux is also helpful to ensure a good result. Additional details: * 25 Amps continuous, 30 Amps surge (adjacent connectors) * 1 input, 5 outputs * Power Bus resistance typically less than 1.80 milliohms end to end * Weight 135 g (less than 5 oz.) * W 68 x L 130 x H 40 mm (excluding connectors) 2.75 x 5 x 1.6 in. Whether you use one for your go kit, QRP setup or for use in the shack, these SOTAbeams Fuser 6 DC Distribution Boxes from DX Engineering are a handy DC power solution.
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SOTAbeams ContestConsole Switching Unit for ICOM
SOTAbeams ContestConsole is a control switch unit for Icom transceivers, provides full access to compatible ICOM rig contest memory functions, and more. Easily connected between your radio and microphone, it is simple to use and feature packed. SOTAbeams ContestConsole features (dependent on Icom transceiver model): * Instant access to voice, CW and PSK memories (they do not need to be displayed on the transceiver screen) * TX PTT button * TX low power tune function – sends a 10W carrier (optional Tune Lead interface cable required) * Pushbutton frequency control (up and down) * External PTT socket for footswitch * Auxiliary microphone socket (3.5 mm) * Specifically designed to work with the IC-7300 but supports a wide range of other Icom transceivers--see "More Details" tab In general, if the radio is compatible with one of ICOM's standard 8-pin microphones (such as HM-36, SM-50, HM-219), then the ContestConsole PTT, frequency up, frequency down buttons, and the 3.5mm microphone socket should work for an electret element. If the radio manual mentions "external keypad" in relation to voice/CW/RTTY memories, then the ContestConsole memory buttons should work. Transceivers that are compatible with the AH-4 tuner should work with the ContestConsole tune button (optional Tune Lead interface cable required). An adapter cable (OPC-589) is required if the radio has a modular microphone connector instead of an 8-pin circular microphone connector. Operational Tips: 1. Some transceiver settings may need to be changed for the memory buttons to work. Search for "external keypad" in your transceiver manual for details. 2. Never connect two microphones at the same time to the ContestConsole. When connecting a microphone use either the 3.5 mm socket or the 8-pin socket, not both. 3. On some Icom transceivers, an external storage memory card or USB drive may be required for voice memory functionality.
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SOTAbeams Speech Compressors
SOTAbeams Speech Compressors are available in two versions; ready-built or as an easy-to build kit with a build time of approximately 40 minutes. Unleash your DX potential! The FT-817 and FT-818 are great little radios, but their SSB speech power does lack punch. Here is a fantastic external AF dynamic compressor that will aid readability and maximize the performance of your radio, which is essential when using QRP. Speech Compressors work by raising the average level of your audio signal, giving greater "talk power" with an apparent improvement of up to 6 dB! SOTAbeams Speech Compressors are Plug- and-Play! They have a modular 8-pin jack for your Yaesu microphone and a modular cable is included to connect the unit to the radio microphone input. The compressor function can be switched on or off, and the module draws its DC power directly from the transceiver (approximately 10mA). The compression level is adjustable and modifications to your microphone or transceiver are not required! An additional, very useful feature of this compressor unit is a tuning tone. Press the Down button on the microphone while the PTT is depressed to activate the tone, which is useful for adjusting tuners and antennas. The SOTAbeams Speech Compressors are also suitable for use with all versions of Yaesu FT-900, FT-857, FT-897 and FT-450 transceivers. IMPORTANT: Speech compression cannot be used on FM mode.
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SOTAbeams HF Antenna Trap Kits
SOTABEAM HF Antenna Trap Kits are a clever design with flexible mounting arrangements to make them easy to build and use. They are available in two power levels, 100 watt traps are listed here as SBM-HFAT-101 and 20 watt traps are SBM-HFAT-102. Each kit includes parts to build two (2) traps. Make your portable single band antenna into a multi-bander with our lightweight antenna traps. You decide on the frequency when you build them; recommended range 7 - 25 MHz. Alignment of each trap is accomplished easily with an antenna analyzer. For QRP super lightweight traps, see SOTAbeams PICO TRAPS for 10 Watts (DX Engineering part SBM-PITK-100). Included in each SOTABEAMS HF Antenna Trap kit: -2 x high quality trap PCBs with plated through holes -4 x 100pF 1kv capacitors (used in series or parallel to give 50pF, 100pF and 200pF options) -2 x mounting hardware for toroids -2 x toroids (T94-6 for 100W and a lighter T68-6 toroid for 20W) -Enameled copper wire to suit the power level Traps can be used in one of two ways. These SOTAbeams traps can be used either way, it's your choice: 1) By using a trap resonant on the higher frequency that you want your antenna to work on, traps work as an effective isolator. In this application, the trap needs to be resonated in the band. This configuration makes the antenna easy to adjust as the sections do not interact much. In this configuration, our traps show a loss of typically < 0.7 dB. 2) By using a trap resonant between the two bands that you want to use (typically 1 to 2 % percent below the band edge of the higher band), losses are reduced but adjusting the antenna is much more difficult as the two sections interact. In this configuration our traps show a loss of typically < 0.3dB. We recommend that you resonate your traps at the lowest edge of the band that the trap is to work at. So for a 20m-40m dipole, resonant your trap at 14.0 MHz. This tends to be a reasonable compromise between trap loss and ease of antenna adjustment. Instructions are linked in the Documents tab on the "More Detail" page. SOTAbeams HF Antenna Trap Kits Specifications: PCB Dimensions: 2.599 x 1.181 in. (66 x 30 mm) Insertion Loss: 0.3 – 0.75 dB depending upon resonant frequency Impedance at resonance: 20,000 Ohms, typical Weights: 20 W traps 0.4 oz. (10.6 g), 100 W traps 0.6 oz. (16 g)
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SOTAbeams LASERBEAM-817 Digital Audio Filter Modules
Building on the success of their range of LASERBEAM Filter Modules, the LASERBEAM-817 Digital Audio Filter Modules are the perfect addition to your FT-817, FT-817ND or FT-818. Unlike analog filters, digital filters provide near-perfect characteristics. Because of the way that the filters are implemented, they are better than analog filters in almost every way. LASERBEAM-817 modules have been designed to specifically complement the FT-817 or FT-818. It has a new filter line-up, optimized gain for this application; revised switching and a filter select LED. These modules greatly improve the performance of the stock ceramic SSB filter. They also have a far superior shape factor when compared to the aftermarket Collins mechanical filters. These filter modules are applicable whether you have extra filters installed or not. LASERBEAM-817 Modules have two superb digital filters: a 300-2700Hz SSB filter and a 450-950Hz (500Hz) CW filter. These filters have been specifically optimized for the FT-817 or FT-818. The filter switching is fully automatic - no external switches are required. Each LASERBEAM-817 module is supplied with a special integration kit which includes the main parts that you will need to complete your installation. Installing your LASERBEAM-817 module LASERBEAM-817 modules are easy to add - no harder than installing an after-market noise reduction unit. Your FT-817 or FT-817 is a great little radio. Why not make it a bit better with LASERBEAM-818 Digital Audio Filter Modules from DX Engineering!
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SOTAbeams LASERBEAM DSP Filter Modules
SOTAbeams LASERBEAM DSP Filter Modules work much better at reducing QRM than mechanical or analog filters. SOTAbeams applies special algorithm-based software to create well-defined passbands with steep contours. SOTAbeams offers their General Purpose, CW and SSB filter modules with switchable passbands. For example, the CW module (SBM-LB-MODULE-CW) may be used with either a 550 to 850 Hz passband, or a wider 300 to 1300 Hz passband. You choose the passband based on your own band conditions. Their SSB module (SBM-LB-MODULESSB) features passbands of either 300 to 2700 Hz or 300 to 2400 Hz. SOTAbeams designers have determined that these passbands work very well for SSB voice filtering. They offer their General Purpose filter module (SBM-LB-MODULE-GP) to accommodate both CW and SSB. These modules have selectable passbands of 550 to 850 Hz and also 300 to 2700 Hz. In this way you may limit CW or SSB QRM that is outside the selected audio passband. Be advised that these modules are NOT of the plug-in style. To use them takes some knowledge and soldering skill. You will also have to add an enclosure, if desired, as well as external parts not supplied with the PCBs. As designed, these modules will drive typical "low power" earbuds all by themselves. They will also drive audio amplifiers or amplified speakers. Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information. Are you tired of battling the QRM? Order SOTAbeams LASERBEAM DSP Filter Modules from DX Engineering to hold those signals at bay!
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SOTAbeams WOLF-100 WOLFWAVE Advanced Audio Processor
SOTAbeams WOLF-100 WOLFWAVE Advanced Audio Processor is a powerful tool for demanding communications applications. Adaptive DSP noise reduction, audio band pass filtering, Morse decoding and automated hearing loss correction are only four of the tasks this incredible device can accomplish. A rotary-encoder, with push-to-set control, accesses adjustments and simple menu system selections on the attractive OLED screen, which also provides a spectral display of the real-time audio passband. WOLFWAVE uses a high performance 32-bit ARM Cortex M7, the highest performance processor of the energy-efficient ARM M-series. This fantastic DSP processing power is paired up with a 20-bit CODEC (analog to digital - digital to analog conversion) and a 1.6 watt amplifier for superb audio performance. So easy to use and so amazing to hear, this in-line audio unit simply connects to the headphone jack of any radio. Connect your headphones or an external speaker to WOLFWAVE and transform your radio listening experience. Here are some of the very useful, menu-selectable functions and features of WOLFWAVE: -Fully adjustable audio band pass filtering from 50 Hz to 5 kHz - instantly adjustable for voice, data and CW -Bright, clear, real-time audio spectrum display to see what's happening in your radio passband -State-of-the-art adaptive DSP noise reduction with 100 levels plus advanced control functions -Morse Decoder – CW Reader added in firmware update – click "More Details" for the WOLFWAVE Firmware page link -Adaptive DSP tone eliminator gets rid of annoying carriers, but leaves the CW -Age-related hearing loss correction using ISO 7029:2017 median hearing-loss curves for males or females – menu selectable -One-touch bypass function to instantly hear the comparison improvement by WOLFWAVE -Memories to easily store and recall your favorite settings -Audio test generator including two-tone test mode, sine, square and triangular wave -Experimental CW regenerator to enjoy noise-free CW QSOs -On-screen help and menu system that is so easy to use -Tuning/Overload dual color LED indicator for easy tuning and input level adjustments -User updatable firmware by USB to keep up with the latest WOLFWAVE developments -Separate speaker and headphone outputs are excellent for exhibition stations -Speaker output: 1.1 Watts @ 10% THD [speaker output must not be grounded -Headphones operation supported with 5Vdc USB power from laptop or USB power pack -Full output power for speaker operation achieved from 7 to 18 Vdc external input -2.1 mm jack for DC power input (13.8 Vdc power supply sold separately) -Low quiescent current drain of only 60 mA; battery-friendly! -Small size (WHD) 4.13 x 3.15 x 1.06 in. (105 x 80 x 27 mm) -Lightweight: 3.5 oz. (140 g) -WOLFWAVE is supplied with one USB A to USB micro-B data power cable and one Audio patch cable with 3.5mm plugs Click "More Detail" for additional information on all of the features of this groundbreaking device. Order your WOLFWAVE Advanced Audio Processor from DX Engineering – the exclusive SOTAbeams North America dealer.
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SOTAbeams Multi-Function Guying Kit for Tactical 7000hds
SOTAbeams MFGK-7000 is the Multi-Function Guying Kit for Tactical 7000hds. Included in this all-in-one pack you will find everything required to cover most guying requirements for SOTAbeams most popular Tactical 7000hds portable mast. Included in the kit is: * (1) Tactical Guying Ring (35 mm) * (1) Tactical Guying Ring (22 mm) * (2) Tactical Top Insulators * (1) Wire Winder (Green) * (1) 50 m (160 ft.) reel stealth cord * (1) Antenna bag (Green) * (4) Aluminum anchor pegs This kit offers savings over buying the items individually and allows users greater flexibility in guying options when used with the Tactical 7000hds compact heavy-duty 7 m (23 ft.) mast.
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SOTAbeams Pico Trap Kits
SOTAbeams Pico Trap Kits are a pair of miniature antenna traps that you can build to create a super lightweight portable multiband HF wire antenna. Designed for QRP portable operations at 10 watts or less, Pico Traps allow the hobbyist to make their own two or three band dipole or end-fed halfwave. Pico Traps are: - The smallest, lightest traps on the market - Easy to adjust in series or parallel modes - Super for multi-band stealth antennas - Streamlined shape to reduce snagging on vegetation - Attachment points for antenna wire. Work great with Stealth Wire - Easily waterproofed with Liquid Electrical Tape for extended use - Can be mounted inside of 1 inch PVC conduit - Weigh less than 0.2 oz. Perfect for use with IC-705, FT-817, FT-818, KX3, KX1, HB1B and other similar radios. Instructions are linked in the Documents tab on the "More Detail" page. What do you get with a Pico Trap kit? 2 x High quality Pico Trap PCBs 2 x T50-6 toroids 2 x nylon mounting kits for toroids 2 x SMD 100pF AVX RF Capacitors, 0805 High Q, Ultra-Low ESR 22 AWG (0.6mm) wire for toroids Pico Trap Kit Specifications: Size: 1.4 x 0.6 in. (36 x 15 mm) Weight: less than 0.18 oz. (5 g) Low loss: typically less than 0.35 dB. Less than 0.75 dB worst-case. Inductor Q: > 240 @ 14 MHz [Source - MicroMetals] Capacitor Q: >> 1000 @ 14 MHz Rp: > 24,000 Ohms @ 12 MHz Suggested resonant frequency range: 10 - 25 MHz Power rating: 10 Watts Higher power SOTAbeams Trap Kits are available from DX Engineering: 100W: SBM-HFAT-101 20W: SBM-HFAT-102
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SOTAbeams Guying Hardware Packs
SOTAbeams Guying Hardware Packs include guy rings and top insulators made from acrylic to serve the needs of the portable operator. Different size rings are provided for top and middle guy rope attachment levels. Each has multiple holes for complete versatility in guy rope attachments.
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SOTAbeams 4-Way DC Distribution Boxes
SOTAbeams 4-Way DC Distribution Boxes provide an easy way to power three devices using convenient Anderson PowerPoles®. The kit version is easy to build in only about a half hour. For the kit version, order SBM-4-WAY-KIT These distribution boxes are also available built and tested! For the assembled version order part number SBM-4-WAY-BLT. Simply attach your DC input cable to one set of connectors to power the other three sets. They have a 25 amp continuous rating (total) and a 30 amp momentary surge rating. A fused input cable is recommended. Lightweight, convenient and extremely portable, get your SOTAbeams 4-Way DC Distribution Box Kits from DX Engineering!
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SOTAbeams Filter Boards and Band Component Kits
SOTAbeams Filter Boards and Band Kits are used for the WSPRlite Classic, WSPRlite Flexi, or for your own QRP transmitter, SDR front-end filter projects or on any receiver. Choose the Low Pass Filter Board and Band Kit components for the specific bands on which you want to use your WSPRlite. Build these high performance seven-element Chebyshev low pass filters to eliminate harmonics and spurs. They function bi-directionally and may be used for QRP transceivers or for receive. Each board features a manual band change jumper header and comes with a SMA male cable to connect to the WSPR lite and a board mount SMA female connector for your antenna feedline adapter or adapter cable. SOTAbeams Filter Boards and Band Kits are available in four versions. These three have a revised board layout: - SBM-LOWPASSKIT Low Pass Filter Kit for 160, 80 and 40 meters, version 1.2 Board - SBM-LOWPASSKITHB Low Pass Kit for 20, 15 and 10 meters, version 1.2 Board These two include the filter components, connector and one cable. - SBM-PCB3BLPF Low Pass Printed Circuit Board only, version 1.2 Board. This kit includes only the board, SMA connector and one cable. Add to your cart the specific component Band Kits for the bands you want to use. All 11 bands are available from 160-6 meters. After you finish building one of these three boards, it fits into the updated accessory enclosure model DXE-LPFV1-2-CASE. NOTE: These three version 1.2 Boards DO NOT fit into the DXE-SB-LPF-CASE -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - SBM-LPFKITDXEPCB Low Pass Filter Kit for 160, 80 and 40 meters, version 1.1 Board. This kit includes band filter components, connector and one cable with the old PCB. When this v1.1 kit completed, it is the only board that fits into the original DXE-SB-LPF-CASE. (NOTE: This v1.1 board does not fit into the updated DXE-LPFV1-2-CASE which fits only v1.2 boards). --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Buy and build more than one SOTAbeams Filter Boards and Band Component Kits to use your WSPRlite Classic or WSPRlite Flexi on more than three bands. Don't forget to add the adapters shown in suggested parts. These low pass filters also work on QRP transmitters and all receivers. DX Engineering is your source for SOTAbeams and WSPRlite products and accessories.
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SOTAbeams Multi-Function Guying Kit for Tactical Mini Mast
SOTAbeams Multi-Function Guying Kit for the Tactical Mini Mast is SOTAbeams MFGK-102 and is DX Engineering SBM-MFGK-MINI. Included in this package is everything needed for guying SOTAbeams small mast, the Tactical Mini. Included in this kit is: * (1) Lightweight Guying Ring (29.6 mm I.D.) * (1) Lightweight Guying Ring (9.6 mm I.D.) * (2) Top Insulators * (1) Wire Winder (color may vary) * (1) 50m (160 ft.) Reel Hi-Viz Cord * (1) Antenna Bag (color may vary) * (4) Aluminum Anchor Pegs The MFGK-MINI offers a useful saving over buying the various items individually and allows users great flexibility in guying options.
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SOTAbeams Antenna Lifting Kite
The SOTAkite is specifically selected to be used as an integral piece of a kite-borne antenna system. They are easy to fly and stable making them the perfect aerial-platform. Large enough to lift antennas with ease but small enough to remain easy to control, even in high winds. Available from DX Engineering, the Antenna Lifting Kite with Plus Pack includes SOTAkite, drogue tail, 200 ft. 55 kg. braided Dacron line on reel, instructions, kite bag, 5 meter Shock Cord, two versatile top insulators and two 470K-ohm static bleed resistors. Operating wind speeds of the SOTAkite are 5 to 18 mph, which is a good wide range for maximum utility. The nylon flying surface of the kite is 168 x 100 cm (55 x 34 in.) and is considered by the manufacturer to be suitable for users ages 14 and up. Safety First: In many localities there are restrictions on kite flying. Check your local and national regulations first. Kite antennas must never be used if there is any risk of lightning. They should never be flown within the proximity of the antenna wire length to electrical power lines, any structures, or public roadways. Click "More Detail" for a link to the manufacturer's kite antenna flying guide.
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SOTAbeams BOXA-DUAL Amplifier Kits
SOTAbeams BOXA-DUAL Amplifier Kits are ideal for incorporating into your own designs. However, for additional flexibility these amplifier and enclosure kits have been designed to allow your LASERBEAM-DUAL filter module (not included) to be used with all your favorite radios. They have a professional look that will compliment your shack. BOXA-DUAL enclosures have laser-cut gold panels which screw into a rugged extruded aluminum case. BOXA-DUAL kits consist of a PCB that the filter module (not included) plugs into; together with an audio amplifier. The front panel features the CW Tuning LED (Sig) and Overload LED (Lvl) as well as a bandwidth switch (W/N) and volume control (Vol). The rear panel has 3.5 mm stereo jacks for audio in and out as well as a power jack for a DC supply (5-15 Volts). Power input is via a standard 2.1 mm power plug (supplied). The board will drive headphones or a small speaker. By changing two resistors, audio output can be increased up to 1.5 Watts which will drive a larger speaker. Because the filter module is a plug-in unit you can swap between different LASERBEAM-DUAL modules depending on your application. These kits use all through-hole components and are an easy build for a beginner. Build time is about 30 minutes. IMPORTANT NOTES: These kits: * Include amplifier and enclosure * Do not include a LASERBEAM-DUAL filter module * Are not suitable for LASERBEAM-VARI or LASERBEAM-817 filter modules Are you thinking about a LASERBEAM-DUAL filter module? If so, have a look at these SOTAbeams BOXA-DUAL Amplifier Kits from DX Engineering!
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$35.99
SOTAbeams Bandpass Filter for 2 Meters
SOTAbeams Bandpass Filter for 2 Meters is made by SOTAbeams for the top of a handheld transceiver that is being used in areas with high RF levels with multiple transmitters. In these places, the HT (Hand-Talkie) can suffer from front end overload and signal blocking. This bidirectional bandpass filter can prevent that out-of-band signal overload. It is completely assembled into a very lightweight nylon case and is ready for use. It has SMA female connectors at each end and can be adapted to any low power 144-148 MHz radio or antenna. Here are the detailed specifications for the SOTAbeams Bandpass Filter for 2 Meters: Power Rating: -FM/DATA, 5 watts max., 2 watts continuous, (30% duty cycle recommended, max. continuous TX approx. 90 seconds) -SSB, 5 watts PEP max continuous Filter Bandwidth: 144 - 148 MHz Filter Attenuation: -In-band typically < 3dB -433 MHz > 70dB -155 MHz approx. 25dB -FM broadcast band >70dB -Air band > 50 dB Temperature Range: 32-122 degrees F (0 – 50 degrees C) Weight: 0.88 oz. (25 g) Dimensions: 1.77 x 0.79 x 0.71 in. (45 x 20 x 18 mm)
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$77.99
SOTAbeams Coaxial Adapters
SOTAbeams Coaxial Adapters are handy devices for attaching antennas to handie-talkies or to the SOTAbeams WSPRlite Antenna Performance Analysis System. They're also perfect for connecting certain SDR receivers with SMA female connectors to your antenna system! Many antenna systems use UHF connectors. Those that do not have PL-259 connectors usually have BNC or SMA connectors instead. Whether you want to go from SMA to BNC female or SMA to SO-239, DX Engineering has your SOTAbeams adapter!
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SOTAbeams Click2Tune Easy Tuning Dongle for Yaesu FT-817, FT-818, FT-857 and FT-897
SOTAbeams Click2Tune Easy Tuning Dongle for Yaesu FT-817, FT-818, FT-857 and FT-897 makes keying the radio and using a tuner a snap! If you use one of these Yaesu transceivers with an antenna tuner, you've noticed the lack of simple way to quickly send a carrier for tuning. To do so requires a change of mode. Given the slightly clunky user interface on these radios, sending a tone at the desired power level can require several key presses. It's annoying in the shack and can be very frustrating in the field. This is especially troubling if you are using a narrow-banded magnetic loop that needs frequent retuning as you traverse the band. The Click2Tune Easy Tuning Dongle makes the tuning process so much easier! This tiny dongle contains a sophisticated microprocessor that plugs into the back of your radio. Once set up, tuning just requires a double click of the microphone PTT switch to send a carrier; that's all. Brilliant! With the FT-857 and FT-897 you can tune at low power, as the Click2Tune allows you to select the tuning mode. You are able to tune at 25 watts--especially important for protecting auto-tuners. By the way, it is the same Click2Tune Dongle that can be used on all of these radios; you don't need different types. The SOTAbeams Click2Tune Easy Tuning Dongle for Yaesu FT-817, FT-818, FT-857 and FT-897 is a very useful accessory that is sure to make your mobile and portable operating easier!
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$39.99