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This UHF whip antenna is a
custom full size ½ λ end-fed whip antenna
with 5dB gain and a Center Frequency of 462.888 MHz. It includes a
140000031 BFME-TNC
adapter and is suitable for all RTK GPS receivers with a standard
TNC antenna connection:
MSRP $62.00
[
ProCom PN 140000182 + PN 140000031
]
Length 1.23 feet. |
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This antenna has several
advantages that may help with radio range:
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high gain (5 dB when
compared to a 1/4 λ)
-
custom center frequency
centered in the range of most RTK licenses
-
high quality TNC
connector
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1/2
λ
(wavelength) antenna that does not require
a ground plane
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appropriate for
transmitters up to 25 watts
There is an advantage to
using the higher gain antenna on both the base and rover.
The advantage of a 1/2
λ antenna over a 1/4
λ
in open air is substantial.
Consider these common antennas:
compared with the iGA whip in
open air with no ground plane:
Lower
SWR is better, allowing more power
to transfer between the antenna and radio.
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