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BNC Gooseneck Antenna
BNC Gooseneck Antenna
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One of the frequent questions I get is how to upgrade the stock antenna on a handheld radio. Whether that's for a higher standard of performance (most often) or in terms of durability when interfacing in a tactical loadout, the stock antenna often leaves much to be desired.
There's many options for upgrades out there and I've seen and used nearly all of them, ranging from expensive Ham-oriented options (that often come up short in terms of durability) or tape-whip tactical antennas that mimic what we used on our Harris Falcon IIIs and MBITRs. We used to break those a lot too...and they wouldn't be my first choice.
The best option that I've found is the Gooseneck antenna - an BNC connector base, a flexible mid section and a rigid antenna section on the top third. It flexes with you when weaved in and out of webbing straps on a chest rig or plate carrier and is structurally very strong when paired with an SMA to BNC adapter.
Its a high performance antenna that will upgrade the transmitting range of any dual band VHF/UHF handheld radio regardless of brand and the one I personally use.
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I received everything in a timely manner, and all products are well-made. Overall, I am very pleased with the quality of the radios and antennas.
I did not order the antenna adapters/connectors because it was not clear on the web page which option I needed, so I still need assistance with that so I can order them.
There's a link to the connector you need in the product description.
I got this because it works... It's tough and it works... What else do you want me to say?
A good performing antenna, especially for the cost. The gooseneck’s adjustability is nice for chest rigs, SA Ultra’s, backpack, etc. These are tough enough to take some knocks, while still performing well, but cheap enough to buy some extras in case you do break one.
Durable, flexible, and now slightly better put together with the new BNC connector, this antenna makes an AR-152 or an RTL-SDR that much more effective. The gooseneck allows for a vertical antenna even when you want to lay your equipment on a desk, table, or patch of ground. It also functions nicely after being spray painted. Don’t forget a BNC adaptor if you don’t already have one.
Don’t forget the sma/bnc adapter