Description

HFS30-5-D is a lightweight portable broadband tactical antenna which covers the entire HF frequency range 3.6-30MHz. the light but sturdy design is highly efficient and offers excellent performance, without requiring a tuner. Suitable for quick installation in time critical locations such as emergency communications or military applications. The kevlar cored, PVC covered copper braid cable, moulded and waterproof balun/winder with a blackened stainless steel earth stake is all contained within a compact Nato green bag for ease of storage and installation as well as making the HFS30-5-D highly portable.

 

Construction

Aluminium dipole elements and pre-amp

Frequency range

HF 3.0-30 MHz

Polarisation

Horizontal

Tuning

Factory – no tuner required

VSWR

<1.5:1 – 1.4:1 typica

Connector

Coaxial: UHF male PL259 Control: 4 Pin Molex

Preamp gain

1dB

Power input range

200 Watts P.E.P. SSB, 80W continuous

Impedance – nominal

50 Ohms

DC operating range

+10 to 15 VDC

Input current average

0.9 Amp

Tuning time

Typical: less than 2 seconds

Switching time

Typical: less than 10 milliseconds

Dimensions

8.0m with elements extended

Weight

10kg – with mast 27kg order separate

Wind rating

230kph