Vendor: Chameleon Antenna

CHA LEFS 8010 (Lightweight End Fed Sloper) EFHW

Regular price $449.00 AUD Sale price $449.00 AUD
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Description

The CHA LEFS 8010 is an eight band, no- tuner, High Frequency (HF) antenna for use on the 80, 40, 30, 20, 17, 15, 12, and 10 meter Amateur Radio Service (ham) bands (60 meters with a tuner). Its’ minimalistic design and lightweight components are intended for the serious backpacker and outdoor adventurer. Leave the tuner and SWR meter at home – just bring a radio and a pair of boots!

80M 40M 30M 20M 17M 15M 12M and 10M - No Tuner Needed

Specifications:

• Frequency:

3.5 – 4.0 MHz (80m)

7.0 - 7.3 MHz (40m)

10.1 – 10.15 (30m)

14.1 - 14.35 MHz (20m)

18.068 - 18.168 MHz (17m) ✓ 21.0 – 21.45 MHz (15m)

24.89 – 24.99 MHz (12m) ✓ 28.0 – 29.7 MHz (10m)

 

• SWR (frequency ranges listed above): Typically, less than 2.0:1

• Power: 500W SSB, 250W CW, 150W Digital

• RF Connection: UHF Socket (SO-239)

• Length: 63 ft, 130 ft with Extension

• Ratio 49:1

• Weight: 1.5 lbs


The CHA LEFS 8010 is designed for the trail. The sturdy line winder with integral high-efficiency impedance matching network transformer, ultra-thin 20 gauge PTFE antenna wire, and lightweight Micro 90 paracord enables highly portable eight band operation without the extra bulk of an antenna tuner. It can even do Near- Vertical Incident Sky wave (NVIS) communication! The CHA LEFS is perfect for backpackers, hikers, bikers, campers, and survival communication. Get one for your next expedition!


The antenna system consists of:
1 X CHA LEFS (≈63' long - Tinned Copper PTFE (Teflon) (-70°C to 150°C) wire)

1 X CHA LEFS (≈67' long - Tinned Copper PTFE (Teflon) (-70°C to 150°C) wire)

1 X ≈50' MICRO 90 Paracord