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HF two-piece sectional whip, monopole, stiff lower section, 8 m, 1.6-30 MHz

AT83 Series

The Comrod AT83 series antenna is a fully ruggedized, high quality fibreglass transmitting antenna suitable for HF frequency bands. The antenna matches well with all military HF shipboard transmitters as well as modern SSB marine telephony transmitters. The antennas can be part of any MF/HF communication system and is designed to satisfy the demands of the GMDSS.

The antenna is a two piece whip with a 5 metre lower whip and 3 metre upper whip. The larger diameter lower whip produces a stiffer antenna suited to more rugged applications.

Feed point options are available depending on the installation required.

Frequency Range 1.6-30 MHz
Power Rating 1.5 kW PEP
Impedance See Datasheet
Polarisation Vertical
Pattern Omnidirectional
Electrical Length 7.5 m
Design Self supporting two piece fibreglass sections
Height Overall: 8 m
Lower Whip: 5 m
Upper Whip: 3 m
Weight Base: ATB50D – 18.5 kg
ATB50D/S – 18.9 kg
Top: APB31 – 1.8 kg
Sections Base: ATB50D (end feed)
ATB50D/S (side feed)
Top: APB31
Wind Rating 55 m/s = 201 km/h
Moment of Flexure 90 kpm at 55 m/s
Finish Polyurethane lacquer, grey
Temperature Range – 55°C to + 55°C
Ice Build-Up Not affected
Water Proofing IP67