Panorama Antennas Mobile UHF Antenna

Panorama Antennas UHF vehicle antenna - AFB-S2 technical overview

The AFB-S2 is part of the Panorama Antennas AFB UHF product range. The flexible quarter-wave whip is enclosed in a black polyamide tube. This construction provides resistance to damage without reducing RF performance. The antenna is black and its specified materials are stranded speedo cable, brass and polyamide. Its operating temperature range is from -40 C to +80 C. The antenna whip can be removed before entering a car wash.

What are the RF characteristics of the AFB-S2 UHF antenna?

The AFB-S2 operates in the 410-430 MHz frequency range. It uses vertical polarization and an omnidirectional radiation pattern, with an impedance of 50 ohm. Typical isotropic gain is 2 dBi, gain relative to a quarter-wave antenna is 0 dB, and the maximum input power is 100 W.

AFB-S2 vehicle antenna mechanical design and antenna mounting

The AFB-S2 has a height of 148 mm and a diameter of 10 mm. Mounting is provided by an M6 x 0.75 thread, with GPSB, GPSK and MAR specified as compatible base types. The AFB product range can be used with all Panorama GPS combination bases and light duty magnetic bases. The Panorama mounting system provides a high degree of interchangeability between antenna whips and bases and can be used for both temporary and permanent applications.

What applications is the Panorama Antennas mobile radio antenna designed for?

The AFB-S2 is designed for vehicle-mounted mobile radios. Its specified applications include industrial radio systems, PMR and TETRA systems, communications for ambulance services, taxi operators and law enforcement users, as well as amateur radio applications. The antenna can be used in industrial, vehicle-based and professional applications.

Panorama Antennas UHF radio communication - key technical specifications

The main specifications of the AFB-S2 are:

• Frequency range: 410-430 MHz
• Design: flexible 1/4 wave whip
• Typical isotropic gain: 2 dBi
• Gain relative to a quarter-wave antenna: 0 dB
• Polarization: vertical
• Radiation pattern: omnidirectional
• Impedance: 50 ohm
• Maximum input power: 100 W
• Height: 148 mm; diameter: 10 mm
• Operating temperature: -40 C to +80 C
• Colour: black
• Mounting: M6 x 0.75, for GPSB, GPSK and MAR bases

What advantages and parameters should be considered with the AFB-S2 vehicle antenna?

Advantages: the flexible antenna whip can be removed before entering a car wash, while the black polyamide tube provides resistance to damage without reducing RF performance. The Panorama mounting system supports interchangeability between antenna whips and bases.

Parameters to consider: the AFB-S2 operates in the 410-430 MHz frequency range, supports a maximum input power of 100 W and uses an M6 x 0.75 mounting thread. Compatible base types include GPSB, GPSK and MAR.

What should you know about using the AFB-S2 antenna?

The AFB-S2 can be used with vehicle-mounted mobile radios. The Panorama mounting system can be used for temporary and permanent applications, while the antenna whip can be removed before entering a car wash.

Panorama Antennas AFB-S2 summary and FAQ

The AFB-S2 is a flexible quarter-wave UHF vehicle antenna with a height of 148 mm and a diameter of 10 mm.

• What frequency range does the AFB-S2 operate in?
  The frequency range is 410-430 MHz.
• What is the maximum input power?
  The maximum input power is 100 W.
• What are the antenna polarization and radiation pattern?
  The polarization is vertical and the radiation pattern is omnidirectional.
• What are the dimensions of the AFB-S2?
  The antenna is 148 mm high and 10 mm in diameter.
• What mounting system does it use?
  It uses an M6 x 0.75 mounting thread; the specified base types are GPSB, GPSK and MAR.
• Can the antenna whip be removed before entering a car wash?
  Yes, the antenna whip of the AFB product range can be removed before entering a car wash.