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M2 Antenna Systems, Inc. 4402 N. Selland Ave. Fresno, CA 93722 

Tel: (559) 432-8873 Fax: (559) 432-3059 Web: www.m2inc.com 

©2015 M2 Antenna Systems Incorporated 

06/25/15 

Rev.03 

Model  ......................................... 2M9SSB/FM 
Frequency Range (2M9SSB) ..... 144 To 146 MHz 
Frequency Range (2M9FM) ....... 145 To 148 MHz 

*

Gain .......................................... 14.1 dBi 

Front to back .............................. 20 dB Typical 
Beamwidth   ............................... E=35° H=38° 
Feed type ................................... “T” Match 
Feed Impedance. ....................... 50 Ohms Unbalanced

 

Maximum VSWR ........................ 1.2:1 Typical 

Input Connector .......................... “N” Female 
Power Handling .......................... 2.5 kW 
Boom Length / Dia ...................... 14’ 6” / 1” To 3/4” 
Maximum Element Length .......... 40-5/8” 
Turning Radius: .......................... 8’ 
Stacking Distance ....................... 9’ 6” High & 10’ Wide 
Mast Size .................................... 1-1/2” to 2” Nom. 
Wind area / Survival ................... 1.2 Sq. Ft. / 100MPH 
Weight / Ship Wt. ........................ 5 Lbs. / 7 Lbs. 

M2 Antenna Systems, Inc. 

Model No: 2M9SSB/FM 

FEATURES: 

 

Up to the minute design using a state-of-the-art computer optimization program to deliver 

the most gain for boom length of any antenna on the 

market.  

Each model’s performance is optimized for a specific mode and frequency range,  with no compromises to achieve unneeded band-

width: the 2M9SSB covers 144-146 MHz and the 2M9FM  covers 145-148 MHz.  Where do you want to make yourself heard? 
 

Both models are ideal building blocks for a small turning radius, high-gain stacked array. Two  horizontally polarized,  vertically stacked 

2M9SSB’s yield the same gain (14.8 dBd) as M

2

’s 33 ft 2M5WL, but with about 1/2 the turning radius (8’ - great for QTH’s that won’t permit a long boom 

Yagi).  The 2M9FM can be stacked on a cross boom for the same gain increases, and the turning radius is still a very manageable 10 ft.  
 

The heart of these antennas is a driven element module originally designed for maritime ATS satellite service. All connectors are O-ring 

sealed to the CNC machined block. Internal connections are sealed with a space-age silicone gel with nearly 4 times the dielectric strength of air. The 
balun connectors are triple sealed on the coax and nut-sealed at the block connectors. The type “N” feed connector uses a gold-plated, beryllium copper 
center pin.  
       Elements are 6061-T6 3/16” solid rod with UV stabilized polyethylene Button insulators and stainless steel keepers. Thousands of these type ele-
ments are in amateur and commercial service with NO failures! Booms are constructed of 6063-T832 aluminum alloy tubing with close-tolerance 
swaged joints. Other key electrical and mechanical components are CNC machined for accuracy and durability. All hardware is stainless steel except 
the U-bolts.  For uncompromising performance and long term electrical  / mechanical integrity, the 2M9SSB and 2M9FM are unmatched. 

SPECIFICATIONS: 

*Subtract 2.14 from dBi for dBd 

 

 

Summary of Contents for 2M9SSB/FM

Page 1: ...ay Two horizontally polarized vertically stacked 2M9SSB s yield the same gain 14 8 dBd as M2 s 33 ft 2M5WL but with about 1 2 the turning radius 8 great for QTH s that won t permit a long boom Yagi The 2M9FM can be stacked on a cross boom for the same gain increases and the turning radius is still a very manageable 10 ft The heart of these antennas is a driven element module originally designed fo...

Page 2: ...2M9SSB DIMENSION SHEET ...

Page 3: ...2M9FM DIMENSION SHEET ...

Page 4: ...he DIRECTORS Note that the Director Elements do not consistently diminish in length from rear to front so pay close attention to length and position 4 Now begin centering the elements Use a tape measure to EQUALIZE the amount the element sticking out on each side of the boom Once you have all the elements centered sight down the element tips from the rear comparing each side Look for any obvious d...

Page 5: ... from rear of boom Use two 1 U bolts and the stainless nuts and lock washers provided DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN 2 U bolts and cradles are provided for mounting the antenna other sizes are available upon request Since the feed line represents significant weight it is best to have it attached and fastened along the boom with cable ties before final mounting the plate THIS COMPLETES THE ANTENNA ASSEMBLY MO...

Page 6: ... 2 2 U BOLT 1 2 ASSEMBLY MANUAL 1 IN HARDWARE BAG SHORTING BAR 2 BUTTON INSULATORS 18 SHAFT RETAINER SS 18 NUT 5 16 18 SS 4 LOCKWASHER 5 16 SS 4 NUT 1 4 20 SS 4 LOCKWASHERS 1 4 SS 4 SETSCREW 8 32 X 1 4 SS 4 SCREW 8 32 X 1 1 4 SS 5 LOCKNUT 8 32 SS 6 LOCKWASHER 8 SS 1 CABLE TIE NYLON 3 ALLEN HEAD WRENCH 5 64 1 PUSH TUBE 3 8 X 3 1 M2 ANTENNA SYSTEMS INC 4402 N SELLAND AVE FRESNO CA 93722 559 432 8873...

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