"Superb
flexibility"
Over the last few years I have been
working on developing the ultimate solution for lightweight 2m
activating. After many attempts, I have developed the MFD. It has been
tested on many mountains in North Wales and the Lake District and has
proved to be an excellent performer. It is light, fast to set up,
incredibly flexible and gives great performance. ...and perhaps best
of all, it fits inside most rucksacks!
Designed for
SOTA,
WOTA,
Raynet and
general portable use. Its small packed size also makes it great for
holidays too - it easily fits in a suitcase.
The MFD gives a huge
improvement over using handy with a rubber duck antenna (up to 10dB
better - that's equivalent to running ten times more power!)
Use at full length as an effective vertical for
portable
Use in shortened form as rucksack aerial for
communications on the move
The 2m MFD allows the user to choose
a number of configurations to suit their exact needs in any situation:
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It's a vertical dipole for FM use on
the summit; |
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It's a rucksack antenna for FM use
whilst walking; and |
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It's a horizontal dipole for use on
2m SSB. |
Takes just seconds to configure for SSB That's not all as it can be configured
to work free-standing (guying kit option available) or simply slotted into a handy crevice in the
rocks or bushes.
As a bonus, it also works on 70cm,
although performance there is not guaranteed.
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VSWR less than 1.5:1 across the 2m
band (typically less than 1.2:1) |
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Packed length 53cm |
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Weight less than 430gm (complete
antenna, support system and feeder) |
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Power rating 100 Watts |
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Works straight out of the packet - no
self assembly required. |
Packs small enough to fit inside most rucksacks
Reviews and Customer Comments
User Review from Julian G4ILO.
Click here
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"works a treat. Very neat construction!" Adam 21-10-09
"very pleased with the antenna, you cant fault it for quickness
to setup and very light to carry"
"I put the antenna together in the blink of an eye"
"I'm very impressed with it initially...can't wait to get in the hills and try it."
"I found it ideal in the conditions mentioned, certainly
would recommend it for both SOTA and WOTA fm
activations where a beam cannot perhaps be employed
due to poor WX conditions"
"I would have no hesitation in using the antenna on future activations."
"This is to let you know how pleased I am with the MFD Aerial, purchased
'on line' a couple of weeks ago. And it arrived within 48 hours!"
The 2m MFD kit includes:
| The MFD dipole element |
| two 50cm extension sections |
| Choke balun |
| 2.5m RG58 feeder cable ready-terminated with BNC plug |
| Comprehensive instructions |
Features
The MFD is just
plus postage and packing
We recommend the use of our
Velcro Straps with the MFD.
Click here for details.
MFD Goody Pack - Optional Extras for the
professional operator
Includes:
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Our super Velcro Straps |
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Guying kit - 2.4mm nylon cord with 3 alloy pegs |
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Spare plastic coupler |
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2 x top-cap for dipole element |
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BNC-SMA adapter (suitable for most hand-held radios) |
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Goody Pack only
with
free p&p when purchased with an MFD.
Notes
We can make up MFD aerials to order
for frequencies outside the amateurs bands. Contact us on
01625-425700 for details. They can be ideal for special-event radio
systems, rallies, mountain rescue etc. They can also be supplied for
airband listening.
RAYNET groups or radio clubs ordering 5 or more MFDs will qualify for a
substantial discount.
Contact us on 01625-425700 for
details.
Personal Callers
Feel free to call in to collect an MFD or our other products by prior arrangement
(01625-425700). We are close to three of SOTA's most popular
summits,
SP-004,
SP-015 and
SP-013 so why not make a day of it with some activations?
Collection on Saturdays and Sundays is usually ok.
Delivery
UK orders are send by Parcel Force Standard
Parcel service. This typically takes 5-7 working days. USA and
Europe ship by Airmail.
Online Orders
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UK Orders P&P £5.00 |
EUROPE Orders P&P
£6.50 |
USA Orders P&P
£11.50 |
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MFD Kit £24.95 + P&P |
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Goody Pack £8.95
FREE P&P with MFD |
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Spare parts available on request.
All dimensions and weights are approximate.
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