DRAFT
Specifications: Ground plane omnidirectional antenna
A Primex Transceiver's external antenna is a heavy duty, light weight ground plane antenna designed to be mounted outdoors.
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Designed for mounting to a 1.25 in. (3.17 cm) rigged galvanized conduit.
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Best operation is obtained when the ground plane rods are above all objects.
Parameter
Specification
Frequency Range
68–80 MHz
Gain
0 dBd
Impedance
50 ohms
VSWR
<1.5:1
Polarization
Vertical
Maximum Input Power
75 Watts (at 50° C)
H-plane Beamwidth
Omni
E-plane Beamwidth
78 degrees (half-power)
Connector
N-female
Weight
4.4 lb. (2 kg)
Dimensions
Radiating element: 29.4 in. H (74.7 cm). Ground radials: 41.5 in. W (105.41 cm)
Lighting Protection
Direct Ground
Wind Survival Rating*
120 mph (200 kph)
Compliance
FCC Part 90 Accepted. IC RSS-119 Accepted
NOTE
* Mechanical design is based on environmental conditions as stipulated in EIA-222-F (June 1996) and/or ETS 300 019-1-4
which include the static mechanical load imposed on an antenna by wind at maximum velocity.
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