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1185 Amateur Dual-Band Magnet Antenna

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Color Black
Number of Channels 1
Maximum Range 12 Feet

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  • Complete with antenna, magnet & cable.
  • Transmits 2 meter VHF & 70cm UHF (144-148Mhz & 430-450Mhz).
  • 3" magnet mount with 12' RG-58 coaxial cable & PL-259 connector.
  • Antenna unscrews from magnet with regular 5/16"-24 thread.
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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Yes
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 20 x 5.4 x 1.75 inches; 1 Pounds
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 1185
  • Department ‏ : ‎ Electronics
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ June 29, 2017
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ TRAM-BROWNING
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0045EQUBK
  • Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ Taiwan
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,529 ratings

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CHOKING HAZARD -- Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.

WARNING:

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    Stay connected with the Amateur Dual-Band Magnet Antenna from Tram. This 19-inch antenna has a frequency range of 144-148 MHz/435-450 MHz and easily mounts with 3-inch magnet. It also features a black finish, unity gain VHF/2.5 dBD gain UHF and a 12-foot RG-58 cable with UHF male PL259.

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    4.5 out of 5 stars
    4.5 out of 5
    1,529 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the performance, reception, value, quality and magnetic strength of the antenna. For example, they mention that it works as well as anyone could hope, it transmits and receives signals just fine and that it's decent for the money. Some appreciate the quality of the coax and the magnetic strength.

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    282 customers mention262 positive20 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the performance of the antenna. They mention that it works as well as anyone could hope, it works well with the signal, and they are happy with the results. Some say that the antenna works great with a cookie sheet as the ground plane. They also say that it has unity gain on VHF, but it works great for accessing their local repeater with their handheld 6 watt radio. Overall, most are happy and satisfied with their purchase.

    "...However this antenna, is what it is, it's a common design, works well, quality is good, and I'd buy again if I needed one." Read more

    "...The Tram antenna seems to work VERY well for this purpose (which i supposed it should)." Read more

    "...I am very pleased with the way it works." Read more

    "...Works on DSTAR just fine and also get descent reports on Simplex while I am mobile...." Read more

    226 customers mention210 positive16 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the reception of the antenna. They mention that it transmits and receives signals just fine. Some say that it gives a very clear received signal, and that it boosts their signal. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...SWR was good on both bands for me out of the bag...." Read more

    "...Very good in all sorts of weather, Great SWR (1.2 - nominal) ratios on dual bands. Antenna hasn't moved from its spot since attached to my Van...." Read more

    "...Worked repeaters in several states with this and ALWAYS got good range from this antenna!..." Read more

    "...The antenna receives very well on all 3 bands. It gives a very clear received signal...." Read more

    135 customers mention128 positive7 negative

    Customers appreciate the value of the antenna. They say it is well built, and provides good results for a cheap antenna. Customers also mention that the radio is cheap and the speaker-mic is cheap. Overall, customers are satisfied with the value and performance of the product.

    "...I've gotten the preaching out of the way, this antenna is a great deal for the money...." Read more

    "...I have had such good results for a cheap antenna that I thought would just get me by till I could get a better one!..." Read more

    "It's low cost, decent quality, short enough and stays put at 70mph...." Read more

    "...For such a reasonably priced antenna I wasn't expecting it to work as well as it does. If this one gets wrecked I would buy another." Read more

    132 customers mention126 positive6 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the antenna. They mention that it is well-made, has a soft covering below the magnet, and has s rock solid design. The antenna has 12 feet of good quality coax going to a barrel connector. The cable is of goodquality and the 239 connector is firmly attached. It is easy to install and has no flaws so far. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...It's very well built, the coax looks good, the connector looks good, the antenna element itself has a nice black oxide coating on it, the setscrew..." Read more

    "Delivered in excellent shape. Fully packaged in plastic and boxed. A VERY strong and coated base magnet so as not to scratch paint on any vehicle or..." Read more

    "...The coax is not the very thin and lossy type; it's decent quality RG-58A/U. Terminates with a UHF (PL-259) plug, rather than a more-appropriate BNC..." Read more

    "...It gives a very clear received signal. The antenna is very solid, it has a soft covering below the magnet so the roof of the car is not damaged by..." Read more

    121 customers mention118 positive3 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the magnetic strength of the antenna mount. They mention that it holds the antenna down fine, it has a protective coating to protect the paint, and it holds on well without moving. Some appreciate the design and the soft covering below the magnet. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...Fully packaged in plastic and boxed. A VERY strong and coated base magnet so as not to scratch paint on any vehicle or other metal it's attached to...." Read more

    "My dual-band SWR meter showed 1.2 on both vhf and UHF. Holds on well without moving...." Read more

    "...The antenna is very solid, it has a soft covering below the magnet so the roof of the car is not damaged by its placement...." Read more

    "...The magnet is very strong and the SWR readings when I checked were favorable. It is a nice quality too and the magnet is a very good size...." Read more

    38 customers mention38 positive0 negative

    Customers find the installation of the antenna to be easy. They mention that it is simple, inexpensive, and easy to mount and take down. Some say that the antenna is unobtrusive and discrete.

    "...It's not magical; it's just an unobtrusive, reliable antenna." Read more

    "...AWESOME. Buy it, try it, you will not be disappointed. It comes with no instructions, and a hex wrench to adjust for SWR...." Read more

    "...All in all, setup is quick and easy, but my goodness increase the cable length!" Read more

    "Finally used this and loved it! Super easy to assemble but needed to buy the right connector before i could actually use it with my radio!..." Read more

    32 customers mention23 positive9 negative

    Customers like the compactness of the antenna. They mention that it's very compact, inexpensive, and portable. Some appreciate the small 1/4 wave size and strong magnet. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...They are compact. Easy to move from car to car.n And for 22 dollars, I cant find anything bad to say about the Tram antenna." Read more

    "Perfect size. Attached easily to the roof of the car. I drove around and it did not come off...." Read more

    "You can't really notice it in the picture but the base is huge...." Read more

    "...at an amazing price even with next day shipping, I found the item to be amazingly small...." Read more

    39 customers mention23 positive16 negative

    Customers are mixed about the length of the antenna cable. Some mention that it has a good length of cable to reach from hatchback roof to antenna, while others say that it's disappointingly short.

    "...The coax cable is more than long enough to reach from the roof to the floor below the dashboard. I am very pleased with the way it works." Read more

    "...problem I have with it is the cable length: it's about 3'-5' feet too short for full size truck owners, assuming you want to place it in the center..." Read more

    "...Cable length is good, you will need an extension if you want to place it on your roof, but more then enough to put just outside a window or on top..." Read more

    "...The cable was long enough to reach there with some slack. If I had the whole unit in the front dash that cable WOULD NOT REACH...." Read more

    Works Great Out-of-the-Box! / Strong Magnet & Good Quality!
    5 Stars
    Works Great Out-of-the-Box! / Strong Magnet & Good Quality!
    Works Great Out-of-the-Box! / Strong Magnet & Good Quality!I bought this for mobile/auto rooftop use for local transmissions to a repeater.The repeater is about 5 miles away through a moderately dense city with many hills.Used on the 2 meter band / 146MHz frequency range with no problem. Strong & clear signal.The magnet is strong and should hold on average highway speeds of 65 mph.The coax cable and PL-259 connector is high quality and well made. Connector joins tight and secure to radios.The cable is plenty (if not too plenty!) in length for almost any vehicle or mobile situation.Item arrived fast and included a small allen/hex key to adjust the length to tune the antenna for proper SWR.This is not optimum for use with a CB radio. This antenna is made for Ham radio bands 2 meters (146MHz) and 70 cm (450 MHz)
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