Professional Centre-Loaded HF Mobile Antenna Systems
The Diamond HF10CL is a commercial-grade, centre-loaded vertical mobile antenna system engineered to deliver high-efficiency RF transmission and reception across the 10-meter HF (High Frequency) band. Operating at a calibrated center frequency of 28 MHz, this ruggedized vehicular antenna features a 1/4 wave radiator design optimized to balance impedance matching and radiation efficiency for long-range tactical and commercial mobile operations. It stands as an essential hardware infrastructure asset for commercial transit fleets, emergency communications logistics networks, remote field stations, and specialized B2B radiocommunication component distributors across Europe.
The structural framework integrates a premium electrical center-loading coil layout that minimizes physical losses while optimizing the overall RF footprint across the single-band spectrum. Engineered to handle continuous power limits of up to 200 Watts on Single Sideband (SSB) and 70 Watts on Frequency Modulation (FM), this heavy-duty antenna ensures a stable 50-Ohm nominal impedance profile under rigorous daily use. To address tight overhead clearances and facilitate effortless garage entry or park configurations without complete disassembly, the base section incorporates an integrated, toolless folding structural joint. Terminated with a standard UHF (PL-259) male connection base, this premium whip guarantees robust mechanical fastening and clean signal flow onto standard vehicular magnetic mounts, gutter brackets, or fixed lip-mount hardware platforms.
Verified Technical Specifications Matrix
| Technical Specification Parameter | Verified Manufacturer Value |
|---|---|
| Product Brand Manufacturer | Diamond |
| Hardware Model Designation | HF10CL |
| Primary Component Classification | Centre-Loaded HF Mobile Vehicular Antenna |
| Target Frequency Band | 10-Meter Band (28 MHz Spectrum) |
| Peak Power Handling Threshold | 200W (SSB Peak) / 70W (FM Continuous) |
| Electrical Element Configuration | 1/4 λ (Quarter-Wave Phase Layout) |
| Total Physical Assembly Length | 2.2 meters (86.6 inches) |
| Primary Connection Base Standard | UHF Male Interface (PL-259 Layout) |
| System Nominal Impedance | 50 Ohms (Standard RF Fleet Calibration) |
| Net Assembly Weight | 560 grams |
| Mechanical Structural Features | Integrated quick-fold hinge system base layout |
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Its base is foldable to make its instalation easier. |
