{"product_id":"rfi-crd-bnc-68-uhf-hand-portable-antenna-450-520-mhz","title":"RFI CRD-BNC-68 UHF Hand Portable Antenna, 450-520 MHz","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRFI CRD-BNC-68 UHF Hand Portable Antenna, 450-520 MHz\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHalf-wave dipole design delivering a 4dB improvement over a typical 1\/4 wave hand portable antenna.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CRD-BNC-68 is a true high performance UHF hand portable antenna, specifically designed for the 450-520MHz frequency range. The CRD Series Dipoles feature a half-wave dipole design, guaranteeing reliable, clear communication in handheld applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dipole element is enclosed in flexible PVC tubing for durability, and the antenna can be trimmed over the specified band using the enclosed tuning chart, allowing customisation for specific licensed frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4dB improvement over a 1\/4 wave whip\u003c\/strong\u003e means better range and clarity for handheld radio users.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHalf-wave dipole design\u003c\/strong\u003e means true high performance in handheld applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible PVC tubing enclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e means durability for everyday field use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrimming capability\u003c\/strong\u003e means the antenna can be tuned to your specific licensed frequency using the enclosed chart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBNC(M) termination\u003c\/strong\u003e means a secure, efficient connection to compatible handheld radios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePMR, SMR, and trunking handheld radio applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eField operations requiring improved handheld antenna performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-way radios fitted with BNC(M) antenna connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement or upgrade antenna for stock 1\/4 wave whip antennas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eCRD-BNC-68\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e450-520MHz UHF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e0dBd (unity, half-wave dipole reference) — 4dB improvement over a 1\/4 wave whip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuned Bandwidth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; 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padding:8px;\"\u003eBNC male with shroud\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eHalf-wave dipole element enclosed in flexible PVC tubing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e-40°C to 85°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90° Flexure Cycle Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e20,000 flex cycles typical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mobilesystems.nz\/pages\/antennas-qa\"\u003eRadio Antennas Q\u0026amp;A\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this antenna be tuned to a specific frequency?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the CRD-BNC-68 can be trimmed using the enclosed tuning chart to fine-tune performance within the specified 450-520MHz band.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat improvement does this offer over a standard whip antenna?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe half-wave dipole design provides a 4dB improvement in performance compared to a typical 1\/4 wave hand portable antenna.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RFI","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":44811155537971,"sku":"CRD-BNC-68","price":105.8,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/7357\/3939\/files\/CRD-BNC-68.png?v=1788305215","url":"https:\/\/mobilesystems.nz\/products\/rfi-crd-bnc-68-uhf-hand-portable-antenna-450-520-mhz","provider":"MobileSystems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}