Diamond Antenna – HFV16: Dipole Antenna
Length: Approx. 4.6m / Weight: Approx. 2.2kg
Frequency: 18 MHz (16m)
Max.power rating: 200W (SSB), 70W (CW)
Impedance: 50Ω
SWR: Less than 1.5 (at resonate frequency)
Connector: M-J
Mast diameter Accepted: φ30-φ62
Turing-radius: Approx. 1.65m (Max)
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News
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Software
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Review
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