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HF Vertical Antennas
Hustler 6BTV 6-Band HF Vertical Antenna and DXE® Installation Guide Packages
Hustler 6BTV 6-Band HF Vertical Antenna and DXE® Installation Guide Packages are trapped-vertical antennas that provide an omni-directional pattern. 6BTVs were designed as self-supporting verticals to provide efficient operation in the 10, 15, 20, 30, 40, and 75 or 80 meter bands. These antennas perform well in restricted space areas. For peak performance, a field of radial wires should be used. Hustler 6-BTVs provide for automatic selection of bands through the use of optimum-Q traps which are individually and precisely tuned and internally sealed at the factory. These traps are parallel-tuned circuits, which provide very effective isolation between the vertical sections, permitting precise multi-band operation. Broadband operation, with low SWR over the entire ham band, (limited on 80 and 75 meters), is possible in a proper installation. These antennas were designed to provide optimum performance from both an electrical and mechanical standpoint. Mechanically, these antennas boast a heavy-duty base and heavy-duty aluminum tubing throughout. The mechanical assembly is accomplished with all stainless steel hardware. Performance provided by the Hustler 6BTVs is better than any other antenna of this type. Broad-banding is such that one measurement and setting permits both phone and CW operation. The antenna provides nominal 52-ohm base impedance when installed and tuned according to the instructions. The radiation efficiency is equal to, or greater than, other trap verticals. An optional DX Engineering Tilt Base allows the antennas to be easily brought down during non-operating times or for tuning and maintenance. Want a multi-band vertical antenna with a proven track record? Order Hustler 6BTV 6-Band HF Vertical Antenna and DXE® Installation Guide Packages from DX Engineering!
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$499.98
Hustler 4BTV 4-Band HF Vertical Antenna and DXE® Installation Guide Packages
Hustler 4BTV 4-band HF vertical antenna and DXE® installation guide packages are 4-band, trap vertical antennas that provide an omni-directional pattern. The 4BTVs are designed as self-supporting verticals to give optimum operation in the 10, 15, 20, and 40 meter bands. They can also be upgraded to operate on 75 or 80 meters. These antennas perform well in restricted space areas. For optimal performance, radial wires should be used. The Hustler 4-BTVs provide an electrical selection of bands through the use of optimum Q traps, which are individually and precisely tuned and internally sealed at the factory. The traps are parallel-tuned circuits, which provide efficient isolation between the vertical sections, permitting multi-band operation. Broadband operation, with low SWR over the entire ham band, is possible in a proper installation. The antennas are designed to provide for optimum performance from both an electrical and a mechanical standpoint. Mechanically, these antennas boast a heavy duty base and heavy duty aluminum tubing. The mechanical assembly is accomplished with all stainless steel hardware. The performance provided by the Hustler 4BTVs is better than that of any other antenna of this type. The broadbanding is such that one measurement and setting permit both phone and CW operation. The antennas provide a nominal 52 ohm base impedance when installed and tuned. The radiation efficiency is equivalent to, or greater than, other trap verticals. The optional DX Engineering Tilt Base allows the antennas to be easily brought down during non-operating times or for tuning and maintenance.
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$369.98
Hustler 5BTV 5-Band HF Vertical Antenna and DXE® Installation Guide Packages
Hustler 5BTV 5-Band HF Vertical Antenna and DXE® Installation Guide Packages are trapped-vertical antennas that provide an omni-directional pattern. 5BTVs were designed as self-supporting verticals to provide efficient operation in the 10, 15, 20, 40, and 75 or 80 meter bands. These antennas perform well in restricted space areas. For peak performance, a field of radial wires should be used. Hustler 5-BTVs provide for automatic selection of bands through the use of optimum-Q traps which are individually and precisely tuned and internally sealed at the factory. These traps are parallel-tuned circuits, which provide very effective isolation between the vertical sections, permitting precise multi-band operation. Broadband operation, with low SWR over the entire ham band, (limited on 80 and 75 meters), is possible in a proper installation. These antennas were designed to provide optimum performance from both an electrical and mechanical standpoint. Mechanically, these antennas boast a heavy-duty base and heavy-duty aluminum tubing throughout. The mechanical assembly is accomplished with all stainless steel hardware. Performance provided by the Hustler 5BTVs is better than any other antenna of this type. Broad-banding is such that one measurement and setting permits both phone and CW operation. The antenna provides nominal 52-ohm base impedance when installed and tuned according to the instructions. The radiation efficiency is equal to, or greater than, other trap verticals. An optional DX Engineering Tilt Base allows the antennas to be easily brought down during non-operating times or for tuning and maintenance. Want a vertical antenna with a proven track record? Order Hustler 5BTV 5-Band HF Vertical Antenna and DXE® Installation Guide Packages from DX Engineering!
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$459.98
Butternut 160 Meter Add-On Kits
Butternut 160 Meter Add-On Kit BUT-TBR-160X is designed specifically for the Butternut HF9V, HF6V and HF2V HF Vertical models. It is a parallel tuned circuit that consists of a coil and four high voltage RF capacitors with custom mounting plates, brackets and clamps. This assembly is installed at the base of the BUTTERNUT® HF Vertical antennas to achieve operation on 160 meters. This new design by DX Engineering incorporates four larger capacitors mounted between two aluminum plates. These new capacitor plates act as heat sinks, to reduce frequency drift when the components heat up under RF power and environmental conditions. Recommended maximum 160M power is 1,000W PEP SSB, 500W CW, 150W Digital (FT8, FT4, RTTY, etc). IMPORTANT NOTES • Your Butternut vertical antenna must be properly tuned on all bands PRIOR to adding this 160 meter kit. A very good radial system is a requirement for reasonable performance on all bands, but especially on the 160 meter band. Due to the effect of the installed 160 meter kit, the other bands will need to be retuned and the original shunt coil will require significant adjustment. • SWR bandwidth on 160 meters is very narrow. When tuning the antenna with an analyzer connected to the antenna matching section coax, choose the EXACT frequency you desire. DO NOT use any antenna tuner to operate on an off-resonance frequency above 2:1 SWR. Use of an antenna tuner is not possible because this is a very high-Q antenna inductor and capacitor combination that will not tolerate overheating. • Prolonged tune-up at maximum power levels must be avoided. Exceeding these levels may cause damage to the antenna, amplifier or transceiver. The TBR-160X functions as an inductive reactance in series with the antenna feedpoint, loading the antenna structure to resonate in the 160 meter band. On the higher bands the TBR-160X produces decreasing values of capacitive reactance, raising the resonant frequency (by 300-400 kHz) on 80 & 40 meters. Above 7 MHz this detuning is negligible and the antenna can be adjusted on all bands to compensate, as needed. In general, the only compromise that one must accept for the sake of 160 meter operation is reduced SWR bandwidth on 80 meters and to a lesser extent, on 40 meters with the HF2V/6V/9V. The TBR-160X SWR bandwidth of 2:1 or less on 160 meters will depend to a large extent on the efficiency of the ground system used with the antenna; 10 kHz is a typical figure with a fair-to-good ground system and a relatively short antenna such as the HF6V/9V. With the longer HF2V, especially if top loading "umbrella" wires are used, SWR bandwidths of 15 to 35 kHz between 2:1 points are possible. Even if greater bandwidths are possible with poorer, higher loss ground systems, performance would suffer. The best possible ground systems should always be used with electrically short loaded antennas. Since the Butternut verticals are very short antennas for 160 meters, full-size antenna performance should not be expected. A critical component of this type of antenna system is a very good radial system; 30 to 60 or more radials of 45 to 65 feet each is a requirement. Even at best the bandwidth will be very narrow so when tuning for 160 meters, you will have to determine which frequency in the band you want to use.
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$320.99
COMTEK 40VA 40 Meter Vertical Antennas
COMTEK 40VA Vertical Antennas are rugged, yet economical quarter wave antennas designed primarily to be used in sets with phased vertical array systems. For instance, DX Engineering DVA Dual Vertical Array systems and four square arrays from COMTEK and DX Engineering or any other four-square array controllers. Designed by the people who know all about phasing, these antennas provide precise control of all parameters. Constructed from 6063-T832 (drawn, not extruded) aircraft-spec aluminum tubing, COMTEK 40VA antennas taper from a huge 2 in. O.D. base section to 1-3/8 in. O.D. at the top. While they're built to withstand the most rugged environmental conditions, light guying is always recommended for phased systems to keep the spacing precise and minimize swaying. Hardware used is of the highest quality. High-strength, UV-resistant EXTREN insulators that won't crack, peel, splinter, or fail will ensure you of years of long-lasting, reliable performance under adverse conditions. Mounting brackets are laser-cut by the latest state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment. Stainless steel hardware is used throughout and the antennas come complete with V-saddle clamps for installation to your ground-mounted pipe. A 2 in. O.D. is recommended but the clamps will accept any O.D. from 1 in. to 2 in. Whether you want a quality ground mounted 40 meter vertical as a TX antenna, or are building your dream phased array, These COMTEK 40VA Vertical Antennas from DX Engineering are a great solution!
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$325.99
Diamond Antenna CP5H Five-Band Trap Vertical Antennas
Diamond Antenna CP5H antennas are 5-band (40, 20, 15, 10, and 6 meter) trap vertical antennas with trap radials. Their light weight (6.6 lbs.) makes them very manageable during the installation process and allows for a simple mast solution. Diamond CP5H antennas are 11.8 ft. tall with 71 in. long radials that can be mounted 360 degrees around the antenna or concentrated on one side if you need to mount one close to a structure. Due to their light weight and ability to concentrate radials on one side, the CP5H antennas could be used in an antenna-restricted situation where the mast was lowered on its side during daylight hours and raised while operating during the evening.
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$444.99
Diex Antennas DXV Series Tri-band Trap Shortened Vertical Antennas
Diex Antennas DXV Series Tri-band Trap Shortened Vertical Antennas are shortened vertical antennas for the 20, 15, and 10-meter bands. Diex aluminum tubing antennas provide excellent performance and are crafted with precision in Brazil using quality materials. They are designed to withstand tough environments for long-lasting service. The antennas feature physical adjustments to set the lowest SWR to a specific frequency. The DXSV1 supports power handling of 1,500W+ PEP.
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$379.99
COMTEK 30VA 30 Meter Vertical Antennas
COMTEK 30VA Vertical Antennas are rugged, yet economical quarter wave antennas designed primarily to be used in sets with phased vertical array systems. For instance, four square arrays from COMTEK and DX Engineering or any other four-square array controllers. Designed by the people who know all about phasing, these antennas provide precise control of all parameters. Constructed from 6063-T832 (drawn, not extruded) aircraft-spec aluminum tubing, COMTEK 30VA antennas taper from a huge 2 in. O.D. base section to 1 1/2 in. OD. at the top. While they're built to withstand the most rugged environmental conditions, light guying is always recommended for phased systems to keep the spacing precise and minimize swaying. High-strength, UV-resistant EXTREN insulators that won't crack, peel, splinter, or fail ensure you of years of long-lasting, reliable performance under adverse conditions. Mounting brackets are laser-cut by the latest state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment. Stainless steel hardware is used throughout and the antennas come complete with V-saddle clamps for installation to your ground-mounted pipe. A 2 in. O.D. is recommended but the clamps will accept any O.D. from 1 in. to 2 in. For 30 meter performance you can count on, order COMTEK 30VA Vertical Antennas from DX Engineering!
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$299.99
Diamond Antenna CP610 Dual-Band Vertical Antennas
If you've ever had the hankering for a dual-band vertical antenna on 6 and 10-meters, these Diamond Antenna CP610 Dual-Band Antennas will make you extremely happy! Providing gain on both bands, these durable and well-built antennas will give many years of radio pleasure. When the bands are open, the fairly high radiation angle will lend itself to some mighty good DXing! Rated at 500 watts, these antennas perform at less than 2:1 nominal SWR across their bands. Tuning the antennas to either end of their bands, thereby optimizing for SSB or repeater use, may be accomplished with their tuning stub. When you want two good DX bands for one price, it's hard to beat these Diamond Antenna CP610 Dual-Band Antennas!
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$284.99
Moonraker Storm Master 1200 Base Station Antennas
Moonraker Storm Master 1200 Base Station Antennas are high-quality, high performance 1/2 wave antennas that feature a tunable stainless steel whip on the top section that is adjustable to your desired frequency from 25 to 30 MHz, making this antenna ideal for the 10m band. This antenna can handle up to 1,000 watts PEP and features three fiberglass sections, a whip, and a mounting bracket. Additional features and specifications of the MKR-11598: * Frequency: 25 to 30 MHz * Power handling: 1,000 watts * Height: 18 ft. (5.48 m) * Gain: 4.5 dBi * Impedance: 50 Ohms * Construction: GRP fiberglass
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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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Alpha Antenna Low Profile Lite HF Base Vertical Antennas
Alpha Antenna Low Profile Lite HF Base Vertical Antennas cover the 10 to 80 meters amateur bands and are considered the 'lite' version of the ProMaster Heavy Duty HF Base Vertical Antenna. This antenna system features an easy-to-deploy telescopic stainless-steel whip, which can be retracted when winds of more than 50MPH are expected. The total length of the 17.75ft. vertical whip and the 25.25ft. horizontally sloped element equals the magic number of 43ft., a length used by many excellent systems for multi-band HF antenna operation from 80 to 10 meters. The last element is an 8ft. grounded counterpoise wire, which completes the circuit by creating a static drain for noise, making it easier to hear other stations.
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$299.99
DX Commander Venture HF Multi-Band Vertical Antennas
DX Commander Venture HF Multi-Band Vertical Antennas are designed for portable operation. The design is built on the proven success of other DX Commander antennas but optimized for portable operation. Efficiently resonant on 40, 20 and 15 meters, the DX Commander Venture is designed for some of the most popular bands for portable operation. Using the same principals as a fan dipole, with several vertical wire elements of various resonant lengths attached to a common feedpoint. The Wire elements and any supporting ropes are arranged on spacer plates with "speed slots" around the non-conductive fiberglass mast. When a proper radial system is attached to the radial plate, the Venture will achieve quarter-wave vertical performance with natural resonance and low SWR on the bands it's configured for with no antenna tuner required. Band hopping DXing and simultaneous multi-band multiplex operations are supported. The Venture is rated at 1500W SSB/CW, 400W FT8 and other digital modes. The Venture antenna is only 23 feet (7 m) so setup is a cinch in the field. SWR bandwidth is typically 300 kHz on the bands the antenna is cut for. The Venture, while being designed for 40, 20 and 15 meters, can be used on 10 and 6 meters with an antenna tuner. DX Commander Venture Features and Specifications: Ground Post: Supplied with a Fiberglass Ground post. Alloy Plates: Aircraft quality 5251 alloy, laser cut in England before deburring to give that "hammered" look, which eliminates sharp edges and provides a nice finish. Spreader Plates: Marine-grade high-density polyethylene sheet material from USA, charcoal-gray, UV and environmentally stabilized to withstand the harshest of marine and high RF conditions. Spreader Plates are machine cut in England to DX Commander specifications. Shock Cord: Marine Grade shock-cord, with a UV and RF stable Dyneema woven exterior. Hardware: Kit includes Stainless Steel bolts, wing nuts, and spade connectors. Coaxial Connector: UHF Female SO-239 coaxial connector, nickel plated brass with PTFE dielectric. Fiberglass Poles: Made to DX Commander specifications in a spiral wound fiber, high-quality epoxy and paint finish. DX10 Wire: Made in England for DX Commander, DX10 wire has an outstanding reputation for both strength and in particular, extreme flexibility. The insulation is "arctic grade" and still flexible down to -40° F. Originally designed for military use, this insulation is particularly strong but highly flexible and the stranded annealed copper wire is approximately 19 AWG and is made from 24 strands of 0.008 in. (0.2mm) wire. All DX Commander Venture Antenna Kits come with everything you need (except the patio): • Rapide2 Mast – 23 ft. (7m) Extended Height • Supplied with a 1.50 in. (38mm) Fiberglass Ground Post • The DX Commander Ground Plate – 0.128 in. (3mm) thick laser cut 5251 alloy, with the hole for the included SO-239 assembly and 6 pre-drilled holes for the ground radials. Use up to 4 wires per connector and you can double up on connectors to achieve 48 radials total. • The Driven Plate – 0.128 in. (3mm) thick with pre-drilled holes for the three bands that the antenna is cut for. • The Venture kit comes with 3 spreader plates with speed slots to help facilitate setup in the field. One of the spreader plates has three holes to attach guy ropes to. • 328 ft. (100m) of DX10 Antenna Wire – cut all the elements first, then cut radials with the remaining wire. • SO-239 Coaxial Connector Assembly • Selection of Spade Connectors • Marine Dyneema Shock-Cord • Glue Lined Shrink-Wrap • Stainless Steel Hardware.
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Diamond Antenna CP6AR Vertical Antennas
Diamond Antenna CP6AR Vertical Antennas cover five popular HF bands and 6-Meters, including 75-Meter, 40-Meter, 20-Meter, 15-Meter, and 10-Meter amateur bands. Standing a little over 15-feet tall, only about an eight-foot radius is required for mounting the integrated radials. Their compact size allows for many mounting options! Made from heavy duty aluminum, these CP6AR antennas assemble easily, yet produce excellent performance from such a compact base station antenna. When your space is limited and you want to cover the 'classic' HF bands PLUS 6-Meters, these Diamond Antenna CP6AR Vertical Antennas have you covered!
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COMTEK 20VA 20-10 Meter Vertical Antennas
COMTEK 20VA Vertical Antennas are rugged, yet economical quarter wave antennas designed primarily to be used in sets with phased vertical array systems. They are well suited for Four Square arrays from COMTEK and DX Engineering or any other four-square array systems. These monoband 20VA antennas may be used on any single band from 20 meters through 17, 15, 12, 11 or 10 meters by adjusting the length accordingly. Designed by the people who know all about phasing, these antennas provide precise control of all parameters. These verticals are constructed from 6063-T832 (drawn, not extruded) aircraft-specification aluminum tubing. COMTEK 20VA antennas taper from a large 1.0-in. OD base section to a 3/4-in. OD top section. While they're built to withstand the most rugged environmental conditions, light guying is always recommended for phased systems to keep the spacing precise and minimize swaying. High-strength, UV-resistant EXTREN insulators that won't crack, peel, splinter, or fail will ensure you of years of long-lasting, reliable performance under adverse conditions. Mounting brackets are laser-cut by the latest state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment. Stainless steel hardware is used throughout and the antennas come complete with V-saddle clamps for installation to your ground mounted pipe. Pipe of 2.0-in. OD is recommended but the clamps will accept any OD from 1 in. to 2 in. Plumbing galvanized water pipe called 1-1/2 in. size is actually 1.9 in. OD and works well. For a single 20 meter vertical or a set of elements for a phased array, consider COMTEK 20VA Vertical Antennas from DX Engineering!
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$379.98
Diamond Antenna BB7V Multi-Band Vertical Antennas
Diamond Antenna BB7V broadband vertical antennas provide coverage from 2 MHz to 30 MHz without radials. Typically a tuner is required for most frequencies. In their nested configuration, they are only 60 in. long and weigh in at 4.5 lbs. Diamond BB7 antennas have 6 telescoping sections that extend to a length of 22 ft. when fully deployed. The telescoping sections are self-locking (no hardware to lose) and can be raised or lowered in less than a minute. For permanent use, the sections can be locked in place with a single screw per section. The extreme ease of raising and lowering these antennas makes them a favorite of those who have antenna restrictions or travelers who want a quick and easy wideband antenna solution. Diamond BB7V antennas are very slim, low-profile antennas that blend easily into their surroundings.
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DX Commander CLASSIC 2 HF Multi-Band Vertical Antennas
DX Commander CLASSIC 2 HF Multi-Band Vertical Antennas are an excellent choice for DX performance and general operations. Efficiently resonant on every HF band of operation, featuring wide SWR bandwidth and low take-off angle, the CLASSIC 2 covers the Amateur bands 40 to 2 meters*. DX Commander vertical antennas are based on the same principles as a fan dipole, with several vertical wire elements of various resonant lengths connected to a common feedpoint. The wire elements and support ropes are arranged with spacer plates around the non-conductive fiberglass mast. When installed with an appropriate radial system, the CLASSIC 2 achieves efficient quarter-wave vertical performance with natural resonance and low SWR on every band, without the need for traps, coils or antenna tuners. Band-hopping DXing and simultaneous multi-band multiplexed operations are supported. The CLASSIC 2 antenna is rated at 1500W SSB/CW, 400W FT8 and other digital modes.
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$441.97
DX Commander Expedition Portable HF Multi-Band Vertical Antennas
DX Commander Expedition Portable HF Multi-Band Vertical Antennas are an excellent choice for DX performance and general operations. Efficiently resonant on every HF band of operation, featuring wide SWR bandwidth and low take-off angle, the Expedition covers the Amateur bands 40 to 6 meters. DX Commander vertical antennas are based on the same principles as a fan dipole, with several vertical wire elements of various resonant lengths connected to a common feedpoint. The wire elements and support ropes are arranged with spacer plates around the non-conductive fiberglass mast. When installed with an appropriate radial system, the Expedition achieves efficient quarter-wave vertical performance with natural resonance and low SWR on every band, without the need for traps, coils or antenna tuners. Band-hopping DXing and simultaneous multi-band multiplexed operations are supported. The Expedition antenna is rated at 1500W SSB/CW, 400W FT8 and other digital modes.
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DX Commander Rapide2 HF Multi-Band Vertical Antennas
DX Commander Rapide2 HF Multi-Band Vertical Antennas feature a newly designed all-metal end cap for the telescoping mast and upgraded ground plate assembly. These resonant multi-band vertical antenna systems are designed to operate on the 30 through 10 meter Amateur Radio bands (with the 6m band handled by the 30m element as a 1.25 wavelength element). Operation on the 40 meter band is possible with the addition of a user made coil (see the user guide for details). DX Commander Rapide2 vertical antennas are based on the same principles as a fan dipole, with several vertical wire elements of various resonant lengths connected to a common feedpoint. Spacer Plates keep the wire elements and support ropes neatly arranged around the non-conductive fiberglass mast. When installed with an appropriate radial system, the Rapide2 achieves efficient quarter-wave vertical performance with natural resonance and low SWR on every band, with no traps, coils or antenna tuners. Band-hopping, DXing and simultaneous multi-band operations are supported. The Rapide2 antenna is rated at 1500W SSB/CW, 375W FT8 and other digital modes.
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DX Commander Rapide2-PLUS HF Multi-Band Vertical Antenna Packages
DX Commander Rapide2-PLUS HF Multi-Band Vertical Antenna Packages include a DXC-RAPIDE-GP2 Ground Mounted Fiberglass Post designed for ground mounting the RAPIDE2 antenna system. These Ground Mounted Fiberglass Posts are extremely strong and flexible tubing that's constructed with a high glass, no carbon content fiberglass via a pultrusion process making them perfect for vertical antenna projects. These 3mm, or about 1/8in. wall fiberglass posts are 45.276 (115cm) long and features a corrosion barrier built into the surface for longer life. DX Commander Rapide2 HF Multi-Band Vertical Antennas feature a newly designed and upgraded all-metal end cap for the telescoping mast and upgraded ground plate assembly. These resonant multi-band vertical antenna systems are designed to operate on the 30 through 10 meter Amateur Radio bands (with the 6m band handled by the 30m element as a 1.25 wavelength element). Operation on the 40 meter band is possible with the addition of a user made coil (see the user guide for details). DX Commander Rapide2 vertical antennas are based on the same principles as a fan dipole, with several vertical wire elements of various resonant lengths connected to a common feedpoint. Spacer Plates keep the wire elements and support ropes neatly arranged around the non-conductive fiberglass mast. When installed with an appropriate radial system, the Rapide2 achieves efficient quarter-wave vertical performance with natural resonance and low SWR on every band, with no traps, coils or antenna tuners. Band-hopping, DXing and simultaneous multi-band operations are supported. The Rapide2 antenna is rated at 1500W SSB/CW, 375W FT8 and other digital modes.
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Comet CHA-250HD HF/VHF Vertical Antennas
Comet CHA-250HD HF/VHF Vertical Antennas is an updated design of the popular CHA-250B vertical antennas. These antennas make the most of a tight situation! - Please CLICK on the title of the product(s) listed for the Overview, Specifications, a complete Description and Suggested Parts. Links to instruction manuals also appear in the Documentation section.
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COMPACtenna PERFECT 10
COMPACtenna PERFECT 10 is a hand-crafted optimized performance dedicated frequency vertical whip antenna for the 10 meter Amateur band that combines novel engineering with quality machining. Each antenna is precisely tested and tuned in Ohio, USA. This specialized 3/8-24 thread stud mount whip is approximately 65 in. tall and handles 500W RF power. Above the unique horizontal spiral structure, the stainless steel whip can be adjusted for minimum SWR. For mobile applications, strategic positioning of the vertical on the vehicle will affect SWR and performance. A grounded mobile mount near the edge of the vehicle should be used for the best results. The PERFECT 10 may also be used as a base station when mounted well above the ground using a sufficient ground plane. This can be 8 or more feet of metal or radials, horizontal or angled downward, at least 10 ft. away from other metal and antenna. Installation examples include magnet, clamp or bracket mounting on house, shed, or building metal roof (upper area), or a well-supported metal gutter or trim, or a metal railing. Gain: Nominal 7(+) dB-MEG – Mean Effective Gain. COMPACtenna's PERFECT 10 covers diverse EM (Electro-Magnetic) fields, achieving phase diversity in all planes, vertical and orthogonal polarizations-elliptical polarization for significantly improved communications.
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DX Engineering Tinned Copper Radial Wire Kits
DX Engineering Tinned Copper Radial Wire Kits include plentiful quantities of biodegradable staples and tinned crimp ring terminals that are easily soldered. Along with spools of the same wire as used by the most successful contest stations and DX enthusiasts for their ground-mounted vertical antennas, these kits will help your antenna system achieve optimal performance. The 16 AWG tinned solid copper wire in these kits provide an extremely cost effective solution for the high-count, full-size ground radial wire systems that are required for top-performing HF vertical antenna installations. Ground wire radials do not need to be any specific length because the earth detunes them. Fill your ground-mounted vertical space with radials that run out from the antenna feedpoint in all possible directions, as far as they can go, up to about one-quarter wavelength on the lowest frequency. Even radials that are all about one-eighth wavelength long on the lowest frequency band are just fine for multi-band verticals over reasonably conductive soils. Use longer radials on lossy soils with sand and rocks. In most cases, a greater number of short ground radials will provide greater efficiency and stronger signals than is achieved with a few long radials. DX Engineering Tinned Copper Radial Wire Kits are available in four sizes: Shorter spool kits, 500 ft. and 1,000 ft., are perfect for the single HF ground-mounted vertical. Longer spool kits, 2,500 ft. and 5,000 ft., are intended for 2-element Dual Vertical Arrays, 3-element ProStack Arrays, and 4-element Four Square Array Systems. Each kit has the appropriate number of biodegradable staples and tinned crimp ring terminals. Why is this wire the absolute best choice for any ground-mounted vertical antenna? Because, DX Engineering Tinned Copper Radial Wire will last much longer in a variety of soil conditions as compared to bare copper, copper coated steel or aluminum wires. Radials deployed with those other wire types actually corrode and degrade rather quickly. Unfortunately, they do so slowly enough that the operator does not easily perceive that degradation in terms of antenna system performance. With Tinned Copper wire, full radial system integrity is maintained for a greater number of years. Depending upon soil type, installations with DXE-TCRW16 will maintain vertical antenna performance for many, many years… and even decades. NOTE: To prevent accelerated corrosion and the possibility of noise, DO NOT use metal anchor pins (lawn staples) on Tinned Copper Radial Wire. These kits contain only the DXE-STPL-100BD Biodegradable Anchor Pins to hold down bare wire radials. Biodegradable staples allow easy installation of radial wires and will disperse in a couple years, after they are no longer needed, making them site friendly. Biodegradable staples work best in soft ground where they may be pushed or lightly tapped into the ground. Since they are a lacto-resin material they are subject to breaking in rocky or hard soil and are not intended to be hammered. DX Engineering Tinned Copper Radial Wire kits are the right choice for long lasting top-performance radial systems for your ground-mounted vertical antenna system.
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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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