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Grounding and Lightning Protection
Alpha Delta UHF Connector Coaxial Cable Surge Protectors
Alpha Delta UHF Connector Coaxial Cable Surge Protectors have SO-239 connectors and are rated for 200 or 2,000 watts at frequencies up to 500 MHz. They are not DC-blocked, so they will pass control voltages in applications requiring the coaxial cable to carry both RF and DC voltage. They may be easily mounted for the most effective grounding with a 1/4-20 bolt or stud (depending on model) in a single hole or as a bulkhead-mount through the grounding panel. In a study under the auspices of the U.S. Dept. of Energy, utilizing the satellite FORTE launched in 1997 carrying VHF lightning discharge sensors, it was determined that there can be damaging lightning energy emissions throughout the 30 through 300 MHz VHF spectrum. Before FORTE, it was thought that most lightning energy emissions were primarily in the VLF range. Therefore, the damage threat can be anywhere from VLF through VHF. Through the careful design of the Alpha Delta Arc-Plug® gas tube module and precision, constant impedance through-line allowing proper firing characteristics, these devices are designed to provide effective protection throughout this entire spectrum. Other surge protector designs may only utilize simple VLF filters with no gas tube backup. Additional features include: * Excellent broadband performance from DC through 500 MHz, compared to the narrow-band DC-blocked or stub designs. * Innovative impedance compensated through-line cavity design allows control voltages to pass through the device, instead of the "wire-around" requirement of DC-blocked designs. This design allows "in-circuit" cable sweeps. * Innovative, fast-acting gas tube replaceable Arc-Plug® module can be removed and replaced in the field in about one minute with no tools required, and without having to remove the protector from the circuit. The "O" ring sealed knurled knob does the trick! * The Arc-Plug® modules and connectors are "O" ring sealed for complete weatherproofing. * Effective performance. Due to the carefully designed reactance-compensated, through-line cavity and Arc-Plug® module placement, customer and government test approvals show this design is as good as, or better than, DC-blocked designs. Lightning surges do lots of damage annually. Protect your equipment from surges with Alpha Delta UHF Connector Coaxial Cable Surge Protectors from DX Engineering!
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Alpha Delta N Connector Coaxial Cable Surge Protectors
Alpha Delta N Connector Coaxial Surge Protectors are rated for 200 or 2,000 watts at frequencies up to 3 GHz. They are not DC-blocked, so they will pass control voltages in applications requiring the coaxial cable to carry both RF and DC voltage. They can be easily mounted for the most effective grounding with their 1/4-20 in. stud in a single hole or as a bulkhead through the grounding panel. In a study under the auspices of the U.S. Dept. of Energy, utilizing the satellite FORTE launched in 1997 carrying VHF lightning discharge sensors, it was determined that there can be damaging lightning energy emissions throughout the 30 through 300 MHz VHF spectrum. Before FORTE, it was thought that most lightning energy emissions were primarily in the VLF range. Therefore, the damage threat can be anywhere from VLF through VHF. Through the careful design of the Alpha Delta Arc-Plug® gas tube module and precision, constant impedance through-line allowing proper firing characteristics, these devices are designed to provide effective protection throughout this entire spectrum. Other surge protector designs may only utilize simple VLF filters with no gas tube backup. Additional features include: * Excellent broadband performance from DC through 3 GHz, compared to the narrow-band DC-blocked or stub designs. Typical dB loss: 0.1@ 1 GHz; 0.2@ 2 GHz; and 0.5@ 3 GHz. * Innovative impedance-compensated, through-line cavity design allows control voltages to pass through the devices, instead of the "wire-around" requirement of DC-blocked designs. This design allows "in-circuit" cable sweeps. * Innovative, fast-acting gas tube replaceable Arc-Plug® module can be removed and replaced in the field in about one minute with no tools required, and without having to remove the protector from the circuit. The "O" ring sealed knurled knob does the trick! * The Arc-Plug® module and connectors are "O" ring sealed for complete weatherproofing. * Effective performance. Due to the carefully designed reactance-compensated, through-line cavity and Arc-Plug® module placement, customer and government test approvals show this design is as good as, or better than, DC-blocked designs.
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$99.99
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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DX Engineering UCGC-Z Universal Copper Grounding Clamps
DX Engineering Universal Copper Grounding Clamps, model DXE-UCGC-Z, are custom designed to provide a ground rod mounting solution for various types of lightning protectors commonly used for Amateur Radio. The "Z" design makes it easy to install and remove coaxial cable connectors. This ground rod clamp for surge protector mounting is ideal for permanent installations as well as for temporary installations, such as Field Day. The DXE-UCGC-Z Copper Grounding Clamp Features: - Mounts up to six protectors onto one ground rod - Fits common standard 5/8 in. through 3/4 in. diameter ground rods - Made from 1/16 in. thick Copper Alloy 110 for maximum conductivity -"Z" bends in the copper for easier installation and removal of coax connectors on protectors - Easy to assemble two-piece construction. Each plate is approximately 3-1/4 in. wide x 4-3/16 in. tall - Stainless Steel hardware is included: Four 1/4 in.-20 x 3/4 in. long hex head bolts, eight 1/4 in. flat washers, four 1/4 in.-20 Nyloc hex nuts - Using this copper clamp is faster and easier than building up the joint for an exothermic weld The DXE-UCGC-Z can easily mount up to six lightning protectors. The photo shows two DX Engineering and two PolyPhaser lightning protectors installed on a DXE-UCGC-Z mounted to a 5/8 in. diameter ground rod. Other lightning protection products can also be mounted, such as the DXE-IS-RCT Control Line Protector and Alpha Delta Lightning Protectors. Additionally, a solid copper strap from the station grounding bus bar may also be sandwiched between the copper plates of this clamp and the ground rod (not shown). An anti-seize compound such as JTL-12555 Jet Lube SS-30 Pure Copper Anti-Seize must be used on the threads to prevent galling or seizing of stainless steel hardware. All connections must be generously coated with a conductive joint compound to prevent moisture penetration and enhance conductivity. Properly weatherproofing coaxial cables and lightning protectors is important to ensure the longevity of the connection and maintain optimal performance. Prior to attaching the lightning protectors, install the coaxial cables to the lightning protectors and weather seal the PL-259 connectors using TES-2155 Temflex Rubber Sealing Tape with an overwrap of TES-06132 3M Super 33+ Vinyl Tape or 3M Scotch Super 88 Premium Vinyl Tape (TES-06143). These easily removable connector sealing tapes are now available in kits. The lightning protector bodies are not weatherproof and it is suggested to use a DX Engineering Weatherproofing Kits to permanently cover the body of the protectors. Some users have also suggested covering the entire assembly with a plastic food container or plastic trash bin As with all electronic equipment, take proper safety considerations. For example: Do not install if there is a storm anywhere in your area. Do not adjust or touch the grounding system equipment when there is a storm anywhere in your area. Make sure all power is removed before making any adjustments or working on any ground system or grounding components. Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information. Complete your coaxial cable grounding installation with DX Engineering UCGC-Z Universal Copper Grounding Clamps.
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PolyPhaser Coaxial Lightning Protectors
PolyPhaser Coaxial Lightning Protectors are designed for general, single-transmitter use in the 1.5 to 700 MHz frequency range. PolyPhaser protectors are available in two mounting styles: "Bulkhead Mount" protectors have a longer connector and hardware to mount it through the grounding panel. "Flange Mount" protectors anchor to a grounding panel with both connectors parallel to a flat surface. PolyPhaser Coaxial Lightning Protectors use a DC blocked specially configured gas tube design that has no DC continuity between the two center pins. PolyPhaser's multi-strike products are designed to pass RF frequencies and block all DC. These protectors appear as a DC open between surge and protected ports and offer industry-standard protection. PolyPhaser protectors are suitable for all types of antennas, even "floating" antennas that are not DC grounded. With PolyPhaser DC Blocked protectors, any slow voltage build up from wind driven rain, snow or dust, will not get to the equipment. As the protector reaches threshold for turn-on in a dc blocked circuit, it will go into a momentary soft turn-on as the gas barely ionizes and bleeds the static charge to ground. This does not create noise since it will not get to the arc mode and lasts only a short time. PolyPhaser protection devices have been chosen and specified by communications systems engineers and technicians for 24/7 service in broadcasting, commercial, military and government installations. Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information. Trusted by Amateur Radio operators for over 40 years, PolyPhaser Coaxial Lightning Protectors are ready for your antenna system installations. They are available here, at DX Engineering.
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DX Engineering GBWM-W Copper Ground Bus Wall Mounts
DX Engineering GBWM-W Copper Ground Bus Wall Mounts are very rugged and can be used a station ground bus or as a single point ground for surge protectors. They are wide enough to mount up to four Flange Mount Coaxial Surge Arrestors, PolyPhaser or Alpha Delta. Heavy 13 gauge (.0937 in.) tempered copper prevents twisting or flexing from the weight of long coax cable runs. GBWM-W ground busses come with ground lugs, ring terminals and hardware. GBWM-W features: * Four ground point holes for 1/4 in. hardware and 1/4 in. ring terminals * Wider than the original GBWM model by 1.563 in. to accommodate larger arrestors * Can hold up to four Alpha Delta TT/ATT3G50 coax surge protectors * Can hold up to four PolyPhaser flange-mounted surge protectors * May be used indoors or outdoors * Uses the stud/nut that comes with TT/ATT3G50 units to mount them to bus bar * Supplied copper lugs handle ground wires from 14 to 4 AWG to attach to Single Point Grounds (SPG), station grounds or ground rods * Crimp ring terminals are provided for additional ground-wire connections * Wall mounting screws required are common types, like number 10 pan head or common black drywall screws (user-supplied) Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information. Every ham knows that providing effective station grounding is very important. DX Engineering GBWM-W Copper Ground Bus Wall Mounts provide the kind of single-point ground your equipment and coaxial runs need!
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$70.99
DX Engineering Copper Strap Bonding Clamps
DX Engineering Copper Strap Bonding Clamps are used for easy, mechanical attachment of grounding conductors or straps to each other or to ground rods. For your high performance grounding installations, we offer several copper clamp styles. The most popular, copper strap to copper-clad ground rod clamps fit nominal 5/8 through 3/4 in. rod sizes. DX Engineering's strap-to-strap styles bond two copper straps together--perfect for extending an existing run or adding drops to your equipment--and their strap-to-wire style clamps provide a convenient way to bond heavy-gauge copper wire (6 AWG to 1 AWG) to flat copper grounding straps. Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information. All copper bonding clamps include 18-8 stainless steel hardware. Make a bond for better lightning protection with DX Engineering Copper Strap Bonding Clamps!
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$79.99
DX Engineering Small Utility Enclosure Kits
DX Engineering Small Utility Enclosure Kits are weather-resistant, high-impact thermoplastic enclosures, perfect for outdoor mounting of lightning protectors or other equipment. Their design ensures protection against rain and direct water spray. These DXE-UE-1P enclosures are a smaller option compared to the DXE-UE-2P enclosure. The thermoplastic housing and wire entrance materials are fire retardant, UV stabilized, and resistant to degradation from environmental contaminants, chemical fertilizers, and insecticide sprays. Additionally, the housing can be painted with latex or oil-based paints. Provide proper protection for your weather-sensitive connections. Use DX Engineering Small Utility Enclosure Kits to supply the environmental safeguard you need!
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$59.95
DX Engineering Ladder Line Surge Protector
Built by popular demand, the DX Engineering Ladder Line Surge Protector is ready to be placed in line with your balanced feedline antenna system! For many years, hams have asked us for a surge protector for use with their 300 ohm and 450 ohm ladder line fed antennas. Decades ago automotive spark plugs or arc gaps were used for shunting lightning pulses from balanced feeders to ground. But, you never really knew if they were going to work, if they really were continuing to work or if they were affecting the tuning. Here is the modern approach to providing surge protection for ladder line fed antennas. Made with components similar to those used in coaxial protectors, the DXE-LLSP uses much larger capacitors, resistors and gas discharge tubes on each leg of the ladder line to offer excellent surge protection capabilities at high SWR. These components are rated to handle 5 kW, so this protector will easily handle well over legal limit RF power at the high standing wave ratios expected on balanced line. Plus, the Ladder Line Surge Protector bleeds off the static charge that is collected on your antenna from wind driven sand, rain and snow! The DXE-LLSP Ladder Line Surge Protector is built to sustain multiple minor surges. As with any surge protector, there is no guarantee that a direct hit from lightning will be stopped. A replacement parts kit is also available to refurbish your pulse damaged protector: DXE-LLSP-RP Features of the DX Engineering Ladder Line Surge Protector: • Standard size NEMA enclosure; 4 x 4 x 2 in. nominal box dimensions; mounting tab holes on centers: 4.625 x 2.125 in. • Works with 450 ohm or 300 ohm Ladder Line and 600 ohm open-wire feeder • Internal Gas Discharge Tubes, Capacitors and Resistors • Can withstand multiple minor surges and shunts them to ground • Bleeds off static charge collected from wind driven snow, rain and sand • Weep holes allow any buildup of internal moisture to drain out • Handles well over legal limit at high SWR as expected on balanced line NOTE: The DXE-LLSP is an RF only device that does not carry DC voltage. Therefore it cannot be tested with a multimeter. It must be tested with an analyzer and a 300 ohm resistor, or by connecting an antenna feedline. If there is infinite SWR or no receive, the components have been damaged by lightning pulse energy and need to be replaced with the DXE-LLSP-RP Ladder Line Surge Protector Replacement Parts Kit. Order the DX Engineering Ladder Line Surge Protector for your balanced feedline antenna system today!
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$85.99
DX Engineering Coax Shield Grounding Kits
DX Engineering Coax Shield Grounding Kits provide an effective ground path away from you and your radio equipment! These coax shield kits provide a low inductance path for proper ground contact of your coax shield to the tower, top and bottom. DX Engineering Coax Shield Grounding Kits are used inline with coax terminated with UHF Male/PL-259. These strong, stainless steel brackets fit tower leg diameters from 1.0 to 1.5 in. (DXE-CSGK-150) and 1.0 in. up to 2.0 in. (DXE-CGSK-200). Each include a pair of our special DX Engineering Silver Plated UHF Flanged Double Female Bulkhead Connector Kits which provide a secure low impedance and low inductance ground. All required stainless steel hardware is included in each DXE-UHF-FDFB-KIT. For coaxial cables terminated with or Type-N Male connectors, see DXE-CGB-150 and DXE-CGB-200 Coax Grounding Brackets for use with DXE-1023-2 Type-N silver plated double female bulkhead coaxial connector pair with PTFE dielectric. Lightning protection and grounding are critical. Make a plan and complete your grounding path with low-inductance DX Engineering Coax Shield Grounding Kits for superior lightning and surge protection.
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DX Engineering Control Line Terminal Boards
DX Engineering Control Line Terminal Boards are designed to provide a flexible and simplified approach to control line surge protection. The DXE-CLTB is a small, 3 inch square printed circuit board (PCB) with four ten-wire compression screw terminal blocks that handle from 14 to 26 AWG conductors and up to 10A. The two outer terminal blocks are for input and output of the control wires and the two 45 degree angled ten-wire compression screw terminal blocks are for connecting the required number of individual electronic surge protection components. This provides for the choice of components to install between the control line and ground for shunt protection. Metal Oxide Varistor (MOV), Gas Discharge Tube (GDT), EMP Suppressor TVS Diodes, RF Bypass Capacitors and other wire lead components are easily connected between each control line conductor and ground with the DXE-CLTB. This open-board, no-chassis concept allows easy mounting on a single point grounding panel, to support simplified inspection and exchange of control line electronic surge protection components that should be done on a regular basis. For effective protection wherever electronic devices are used as a shunt to ground, a low impedance ground is crucial. The DXE-CLTB Control Line Terminal Board has four corner ground plane screw holes. It includes a hardware kit of four self-tapping screws, spacers and external tooth washers, for mounting the PCB on a metal grounding panel inside an enclosure. The DXE-CLTB-M Control Line Terminal Board also includes a 10-pack of MOVs. The following components are available separately for a variety protection projects: DXE-MOV-82VDC-10 Metal Oxide Varistor, Surge Protector, max. 82VDC/50VAC Pack of 10 DXE-GDT-4KV-5 Gas Discharge Tube, Surge Arrestor, 4kV, Pack of 5 DXE-TVS-1500-10 ESD Suppressor, TVS Diode, Bidirectional, 17VDC max., Pack of 10 DXE-CAP-PT1UF-10 Capacitor, Ceramic, 0.1uf, 1kV DC, RF Bypass, Pack of 10
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$62.99
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$69.99
Georgia Copper Tinned Copper Grounding Wire
Georgia Copper Tinned Copper Grounding Wire is here! Use this wire for grounding tasks where copper strap cannot be used. This wire is also suitable for winding large loading and matching coils for low band vertical antennas where high power handling is desired.
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Georgia Copper Flexible Copper Grounding Straps
Georgia Copper Flexible Copper Straps are solid and bendable metal straps that are used to build low-inductance, high performance grounding systems. The use of these copper straps provides the best grounding systems because they have greater surface area and lower inductance per foot than the equivalent cross-section of wire. Hams find all sorts of uses for copper straps, for superior antenna feedpoint connections as well as creating a bus for grounding. Equipment racks may be bonded to ground using copper straps. Don't rely on the rack frame to provide bonding. Tie all of the power supplies, tuners, racked amplifiers, and other equipment together with low-resistance copper. Especially useful for any application outdoors and for use directly in or near soils, flexible solid copper straps will maintain a proper, low-impedance connection long after small-gauge wires and tinned copper braids have weathered and disintegrated. Copper straps are specified by communications system designers and are used extensively for above-ground and underground connections to radiators, tower and ground rods for commercial equipment rooms, sheds, and tower installations. Professional communications engineers know the value of systems that employ copper straps. They are available in various widths and at a thickness to suite your application. If you are using wire or braid at feedpoint connections or to provide grounding, equipment bonding or other critical connections for your Amateur Radio station, consider upgrading to long-lasting and solid Georgia Copper Flexible Copper Straps from DX Engineering!
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$97.99
ERICO Ground Rods
Many hams are misinformed about the importance of proper grounding. It's paramount for safety and station efficiency to have an excellent grounding system. In any grounding system, the ground electrode provides the physical connection to the Earth and is the essential instrument used to dissipate current. ERICO Ground Rods provide the superior Earth connections you need! ERICO has decades of experience and offers a complete line of ground rods to meet Amateur Radio and industry needs. ERICO Ground Rods have these great features: * 99.9 percent pure electrolytic copper coating * Manufactured of high strength 1018 cold drawn steel * Specifically manufactured to work with other ERICO/CADWELD products, like ONE SHOT * Molecular bond to nickel-sealed high strength steel core * Copper coating will not crack when bent or tear when driven * Rods have a high carbon steel core and tip that provide superior strength when driving * Resist corrosion better than galvanized rods allowing for approximately 30-year service life in most soils * Minimum tensile strength of 80,000 psi and straightness tolerance of .010 in. per linear foot * State of the art manufacturing process helps ensure uniform plating thickness * ERICO name, length, diameter and part number is roll-stamped within 12 in. (304.8 mm) of chamfered end * UL logo and control number where applicable stamped on each rod for easy inspection after installation * Minimum copper coating of 10 mils on Rods Listed To Meet UL 467 * Exceed the requirements of ANSI®/UL® 467, CSA, and ANSI/NEMA GR-1 ERICO Ground Rods are a vital part of your station and antenna grounding systems. These superior ground rods will guarantee an efficient Earth ground and enhance your station's safety and efficiency. Order your ERICO Ground Rods from DX Engineering!
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NexTek PTI-BB50 Series DC Block Coaxial RF Lightning and Surge Protectors
NexTek PTI-BB50 Series DC Block Coaxial RF Lightning and Surge Protectors help protect your equipment from electromagnetic pulse (EMP) or power surges that are commonly caused by lightning or other strong electrical charges by incorporating a blocking capacitor and gas discharge tube (GDT) to provide isolation with no DC continuity between the two center pins and specifically designed to pass RF frequencies and block all DC. Rated for a maximum RF power of 2.0 kW, the PTI-BB50 Series lightning and surge protectors are beneficial to Amateur Radio and remote industrial monitoring and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) applications. Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information. NexTek PTI-BB50 Series Features and Specifications * Broad Frequency Range – 1.5-1000 MHz * Low SWR and Insertion Loss * DC Block * Max Surge Current - 50 kA * Multi-Strike Capability - 20 kA Multiple (10x) * Max Power 2 kW * RoHS & CE Compliant * Grounding Bracket for Flange or Bulkhead Mounting * Impedance – 50 Ohms * Frequency Range – 1.5 – 1000 MHz * Insertion Loss - ≤ 0.1dB (Over Frequency Range) * Maximum RF Power at Frequency 2.0 kW - 1.5 -50 MHz 375 W - 50 - 220 MHz 125 W - 220 - 700 MHz 50 W - 700 - 1000 MHz * Protection Circuit - DC Block
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$90.00
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$96.00
Alpha Delta F Connector Coaxial Cable Surge Protectors
Alpha Delta F Connector Coaxial Surge Protectors are rated for 200 or 2,000 watts at frequencies up to 3 GHz. They are not DC-blocked, so they will pass control and power voltages in applications requiring the coaxial cable to carry both RF and DC voltage. They can be easily mounted for the most effective grounding with their 1/4-20 in. stud in a single hole, or as a bulkhead through the grounding panel. In a study under the auspices of the U.S. Dept. of Energy, utilizing the satellite FORTE launched in 1997 carrying VHF lightning discharge sensors, it was determined that there can be damaging lightning energy emissions throughout the 30 through 300 MHz VHF spectrum. Before FORTE, it was thought that most lightning energy emissions were primarily in the VLF range. Therefore, the damage threat can be anywhere from VLF through VHF. Through the careful design of the Alpha Delta Arc-Plug® gas tube module and precision, constant impedance through-line allowing proper firing characteristics, these devices are designed to provide effective protection throughout this entire spectrum. Other surge protector designs may only utilize simple VLF filters with no gas tube backup. Additional features include: * Excellent broadband performance from DC through 3 GHz, compared to the narrow-band DC-blocked or stub designs. Typical dB loss: 0.1@ 1 GHz; 0.2@ 2 GHz; and 0.5@ 3 GHz. * Innovative impedance-compensated, through-line cavity design allows control voltages to pass through the devices, instead of the "wire-around" requirement of DC-blocked designs. This design allows "in-circuit" cable sweeps. * Innovative, fast-acting gas tube replaceable Arc-Plug® module can be removed and replaced in the field in about one minute with no tools required, and without having to remove the protector from the circuit. The "O" ring sealed knurled knob does the trick! * The Arc-Plug® module and connectors are "O" ring sealed for complete weatherproofing. * Effective performance. Due to the carefully designed reactance-compensated, through-line cavity and Arc-Plug® module placement, customer and government test approvals show that this design is as good as, or better than, DC-blocked designs. Lightning surges do lots of damage annually. Protect your equipment from surges with Alpha Delta F Connector Coaxial Surge Protectors from DX Engineering!
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CITEL Coaxial Cable Surge Protectors
CITEL Coaxial Cable Surge Protectors are engineered to provide robust protection against transient over voltages. These devices utilize advanced gas discharge tube (GDT) technology to effectively dissipate high-energy surges, ensuring the safety and longevity of connected equipment. CITEL Coaxial Cable Surge Protectors offer low insertion loss and high surge handling capacity, making them ideal for Amateur Radio station installations, as well as both commercial and industrial environments. With features such as waterproof housings and field-replaceable gas discharge tubes, CITEL Coaxial Cable Surge Protectors are built for durability and ease of maintenance, providing reliable performance in even the harshest conditions.
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$94.99
DX Engineering Weatherproofing Kits
DX Engineering Weatherproofing Kits weatherize your outdoor connections and prevent moisture entry and corrosion with vapor wrap and high quality electrical tape. When your non-weather resistant equipment needs to be mounted outdoors, these weatherproofing kits provide needed protection. Use these kits to protect lightning protectors, coaxial connections, antenna joints, steel hardware, junction boxes and just about anything you can wrap with tape by using these kits. The non-conductive malleable vapor wrap sealant is water-impermeable and withstands temperatures from minus 65 degrees F to plus 180 degrees F without cracking. Choose from Standard, Upgraded or Ultimate kits with different grades of vinyl tape. The WK-PRO Kit has more vapor wrap material and five rolls of tape for large projects. See each kit's detailed description. Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information. Reliable waterproofing is important to protect equipment and cable connections from damage caused by moisture penetration. Protect your equipment, handle extreme temperatures, and remain unaffected by water and UV sun rays with DX Engineering Weatherproofing Kits.
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Rocket Machine Worx CableRing Cable Feedthroughs
Rocket Machine Worx CableRing Cable Feedthroughs are expertly designed and crafted to solve the common issues of getting coax cables into the shack. With their professional-grade construction and ease of use, CableRing is the ultimate solution for professional cable management. This innovative passthrough is compatible with standard 2-inch PVC pipe (not included) and provides a precision press fit into the pipe, ensuring your cables are neatly routed through any surface, whether it's a floor, wall, or even a spaceship bulkhead. Simply use round insulation combined with steel wool to keep out critters and maintain a clean installation.
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$67.00
DX Engineering Radio RF Ground Plane Kits
DX Engineering Radio RF Ground Plane Kits provide an effective method of reducing stray RF pickup by equipment and interconnecting cables. Used under and connected to radio equipment, these 1/16 inch thick, pre-drilled aluminum or copper sheets create an RF reference plane that is also connected to the existing grounding bus. As described in the ARRL's "Grounding and Bonding for the Radio Amateur 2nd Edition" by H. Ward Silver, N0AX; a large surface area of metal improves upon the single conductor grounding buss by equalizing the RF E-field (electric field) around equipment and attached cables. This reduces voltage differences between pieces of equipment and the associated currents that cause RF interference to transceivers, microphones and accessories. The reduction in RF interference improves both transmitted and received signal quality. Radio RF Ground Plane Kits are available in 12 versions; three sizes of aluminum or copper plate with hardware and the same three sizes of aluminum or copper plates with companion mounting boards made of 1/2 inch thick Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF), with hardware. All kits are intended for indoor use only. As used by top contesters and DXers alike, a flat metal sheet placed under equipment, along with physically short grounding braids, wires and interconnection cables can significantly reduce the RF voltage differences between cables and equipment. The chance of RF trouble in your equipment is reduced by installing DX Engineering Radio RF Ground Plane Kits in your station.
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NexTek PTC Series DC Pass Coaxial RF Lightning and Surge Protectors
NexTek PTC Series DC Pass Coaxial RF Lightning and Surge Protectors are tough, long-lasting gas discharge tube arrestors that provide wideband performance designed to protect your equipment from electromagnetic pulse (EMP) or power surges that are commonly caused by lightning or other strong electrical charges. These arrestors will pass DC current and features excellent performance with no degradation of signal with proper installation in Amateur Radio and remote industrial monitoring and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) applications. Note: Whenever the DX Engineering "Documentation" tab is available, please look at the associated files for additional product information. NexTek PTC Series Features and Specifications * Frequency Range - Up to 3.0 GHz (model dependent) * Low SWR and Insertion Loss * DC Pass Capability * Bulkhead Mount * Multi-Strike Capability * Max Surge Current of 20 kA * Multi-Strike Capability - 10 kA 10 Times * Max RF Power 25 W * Impedance – 75 Ohms * Gas Discharge Tube – 90 V * Rugged and Waterproof * Bi-Directional Protection * Compatible with RG-6 Cable
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$59.00
Georgia Copper Flexible Ground Strap Jumpers
Georgia Copper Flexible Ground Strap Jumpers are excellent for low impedance outdoor grounding and HF antenna feedpoint and radial system connections. Even weathered to a dull patina, copper strap does not lose its low impedance advantages over wire or cables, for DC and AC through HF and VHF. Plus, flexible copper strap is far superior to tinned copper braid, which holds moisture and disintegrates which causes a undesirable increase in connection impedance over a relatively short time. Flexible SOLID Copper Strap Jumpers come in pre-cut lengths at 1 in. or 3/4 in. widths and 0.022 in. thickness, punched with 0.280 in. holes at each end, to accommodate 1/4 in. bolts. They're available in two-packs at six different lengths, 6 in., 12 in., 24 in., 36 in., 48 in., 72 in. and also in a variety pack that contains one piece of all six lengths. Order and use any of these specific length straps for your project. Or, use your tin snips and your imagination to make all types of low impedance connections for surge protection grounding boxes and panels, protectors, equipment racks, vertical antenna feedpoints, radial system connections and antenna feedpoint connections from a bolt terminal balun to the driven elements. This pre-cut copper strap may also be used as a shack ground bus or for the bus bar connection to the station ground rod or rods. Hobbyists and Electricians order extra copper straps to have on hand and be ready for those grounding and antenna connection projects that come up. Georgia Copper Ground Strap Jumpers are here at DX Engineering, ready for your needs.
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ERICO Lightning Rod Mounting Hardware Accessories
ERICO Lightning Rod Mounting Hardware Accessories include mount bases that facilitate mounting ERICO threaded lightning rods to horizontal pipes, tubes or rods from 1.5 to 2.5 in. outside diameter. For mounting to vertical tubes (i.e. tower legs) add ERICO right angle adapters. ERICO mount bases feature cast bronze mounts for ruggedness and weather resistance. ERICO right angle adapters provide an additional 2 in. offset when used with lightning rod bases. Protect your valuable equipment as much as possible. Mount your ERICO lightning rods with ERICO Lightning Rod Mounting Hardware Accessories from DX Engineering.
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DX Engineering's Aluminum Radio RF Ground Plane Kits
DX Engineering's Aluminum Radio RF Ground Plane Kits provide an effective method of reducing stray RF pickup by equipment and interconnecting cables. Used under and in back of equipment, this 1/16 inch thick, pre-drilled aluminum sheet creates an RF reference plane that is typically connected to the existing grounding bus, and provides an economical alternative to a copper sheet. As described in the ARRL book "Grounding and Bonding for the Radio Amateur, 2nd Edition" by H. Ward Silver, N0AX; a large surface area of metal improves upon the single conductor grounding buss by equalizing the RF E-field (electric field) around equipment and attached cables. This reduces voltage differences between pieces of equipment and the associated currents that cause RF interference to transceivers, microphones and accessories. The reduction in RF interference improves both transmitted and received signal quality. Radio RF Ground Plane Kits are available in 12 versions; three sizes of copper or aluminum plate with hardware and the same three sizes of copper or aluminum plates with companion mounting boards made of Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF), with hardware. All kits are intended for indoor use only. As used by top contesters and DXers alike, a flat metal sheet placed under equipment, along with physically short grounding braids, wires and interconnection cables can significantly reduce the RF voltage differences between cables and equipment. The chance of RF trouble in your equipment is reduced by installing DX Engineering Aluminum Radio RF Ground Plane Kits in your station.
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$71.99