PCTEL offers a range of flexible wire antenna rods designed to support various frequency bands, including 27 MHz, 68–88 MHz, 88–108 MHz, and 145–170 MHz. These antennas are engineered for durability and reliable performance, making them suitable for vehicles operating in demanding environments, such as forestry equipment, logging trucks, and emergency response vehicles.

• • Frequency Support: Each antenna rod is optimized for specific frequency ranges:

    • 27 MHz: Ideal for CB radio applications.
    • 68–88 MHz: Suitable for forest radio communications.
    • 88–108 MHz: Designed for FM radio reception.
    • 145–170 MHz: Covers VHF communications.

  • Design: Quarter-wave antennas with a gain of 2 dBi, 50Ω impedance, and vertical polarization.

  • VSWR: 1.5:1, ensuring efficient signal transmission and reception.

  Compatibility:

  These antenna rods are compatible with various Smarteq antenna bases, including:

  • ANT
  • Base 1123
  • Base 1131
  • Base 128
  • Base 2500
  • MidiMag

  Model Numbers:

  • 3183.01.00.00+
  • 3183.02.00.00+
  • 3183.03.00.00+
  • 3183.04.00.00+

  These flexible wire antenna rods are ideal for critical communications and intelligent transportation applications, providing robust and reliable performance across the specified frequency bands.

1. Wide Frequency Coverage:

   • Supports multiple frequency bands, including 27 MHz, 68–88 MHz, 88–108 MHz, and 145–170 MHz, making it versatile for various communication needs.

2. Durability and Flexibility:

   • Designed to withstand harsh environments, high vibrations, and impacts, ideal for use on vehicles operating in rugged terrains such as forestry and emergency response vehicles.

3. High Performance:

   • With a 2 dBi gain and low VSWR (1.5:1), these antennas provide efficient signal transmission and reception, ensuring clear communication.

4. Easy Installation and Compatibility:

   • Compatible with multiple Smarteq antenna bases (ANT, Base 1123, Base 1131, Base 128, Base 2500, MidiMag), allowing easy integration into various vehicle setups.

5. Weather Resistance:

   • Built with high-quality materials to resist corrosion, UV exposure, and extreme weather conditions, increasing longevity in outdoor applications.

1. Public Safety & Emergency Response:

   • Used by police, fire departments, and emergency medical services to maintain stable and reliable communication in the field.

2. Forestry & Logging Industry:

   • Commonly used for forest radio communications (68–88 MHz band) in areas where standard mobile networks are unavailable.

3. Commercial & Fleet Vehicles:

   • Supports fleet management, delivery trucks, taxis, and logistics vehicles, ensuring seamless radio communication.

4. CB & FM Radio Communication:

   • The 27 MHz band is widely used for CB radios, while 88–108 MHz supports FM radio reception in vehicles.

5. Marine & Off-Road Vehicles:

   • Suitable for boats, off-road trucks, and agricultural machinery requiring VHF communication (145–170 MHz band) in remote locations.

These antennas are perfect for users needing reliable, rugged, and adaptable solutions for mobile and vehicular communication across multiple frequency bands. 🚛🚓🚜