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RA-23K VHF Antenna

Figure 1
Fig. 1. RA-23K VHF Antenna

Name/
Description
Standard Frequency Bands* Number of
Elements
Antenna Gain Connections on Antenna Handheld Fixed Site Land
Vehicles
Boats &
Ships
Aircraft
rubber ducky "H" type 148-154 MHz
159-161 MHz
162-166 MHz
164-168 MHz
2 4 dBd BNC female
RW-2, 5ft. cable included
       

The RA-23K is a rugged, heavy duty handheld directional "H" antenna. The aluminum handle folds against the center section and the flexible "rubber ducky" elements are detachable for storage in a slim carrying pouch. Great for handheld use in applications where other antennas might easily be damaged. RA-23K includes RA-23 antenna with elements, RW-2 coaxial cable (5ft.), and the PK 003080-001 carrying pouch.

Specifications

Frequency Ranges 148-154MHz, 159-161 MHz, 164-168MHz
Gain 4 dBd
Front to back ratio 12 dB typical
Connector BNC female
Number of elements 2
Reception Radiation Pattern RA-23 reception radiation pattern

Accessories/Replacement Parts

RA-23E, replacement director/reflector element

RA-14P, carrying pouch
PK-003080-001, carrying pouch

RW-2 Coaxial Cable
RW-2, coaxial cable, 5ft

For other coaxial cable lengths, please visit our cables page.

Service Commitment

Since 1970, Telonics has built a reputation based on product quality, product support, service, and customer satisfaction. Telonics strives to produce the highest quality products, and to support those products accordingly.

Because of extreme conditions and the unpredictable nature associated with most telemetry applications, problems occasionally arise. Most problems can be resolved quickly. In all cases, we hope to be able to work in partnership with users to resolve problems to the user's satisfaction and to uphold our demonstrated commitment to excellence. If problems should arise, all products must be returned to our factory for failure analysis.

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