Compared to the Diamond X-50N 2 m/70 cm vertical with radials, this compact
Diamond VX-50N without radials is less conspicuous and therefore very suitable for confined spaces or for installation on board a sailing boat.
Specifications
| Frequency range | : | 144-146 MHz | 430-440 MHz |
| Type | : | 144 MHz - 6/8 | 430 MHz - 3 x 5/8 |
| Length | : | 1,7 m. |
| Gain | : | 2,3 dBd | 5 dBd |
| Polarisation | : | vertical |
| Radials | : | None |
| Max. power | : | 200 W PEP |
| Material | : | Fiberglass |
| Connector | : | N-type socket (N-Female) |
| Mast diameter | : | 30-62 mm (2 pcs. mast clamp are included) |
| Weight | : | 0,9 kg |
This antenna has an N-type socket. If your existing coaxial cable has a PL259 (PL-Male) connector, then also order an N-type Male connector or an adapter N-Male/PL-Female. See below.
WARNING DIAMOND !
While using the new digital modes FT8 / FT4 / WSPR, there is an excessive load for the antenna and other equipment due to continuous carrier broadcast. Then reduce the output power for all Diamond antennas to max. 1/5 of the specified SSB (PEP) max. power. .
Dimensions and weight are including packaging
| Dimensions |
: |
L162 x B13 x H4 cm |
| Weight |
: |
2,50 kg |
