I recently purchased a Wouxun KG-S65G as an entry into GMRS. I asked the "chat" for a recommendation for an upgrade on the antenna, and the Melowave Bandit G was recommended. I recently came across a video that noted there is a difference between high and low gain antennas, with if I recall correctly, low gain being better if you live in an obstructed area, which I think I do.
The specs to the antenna are below. Is 2.15 dBi gain low or high? Is this antenna appropriate for a handheld in an obstructed area?
Thanks!
TheAuthenticMelowave Bandit-G is a GMRS antenna tuned for 462MHz frequencies on the GMRS. The Bandit-G works with portable handheld GMRS two way way radios. It is available in your choice of an SMA Male, SMA Female or BNC antenna connector.
Genuine Melowave antenna
462-468 MHz
Impedence 50 ohms
2.15 dBi gain
V.S.W.R. ≦1.5:1
Wave: 1/2 λ
Maximum power rating: 10 Watts
Linear vertical polarization
Height (approx.): 15.3 inches / 39.3 cm)
Base Diameter (SMA Male): 0.43 inches / 11.1 mm)
Base Diameter (SMA Female): 0.55 inches / 14.2 mm)
Base Diameter (BNC Male): 0.56 inches / 14.4 mm)
Operating temperature range: -22°F~185°F / -30°C~+85°C
Very thin and flexible
Available in your choice of SMA Male, SMA Female or BNC connector
Model: Bandit-G
Works with portable handheld GMRS two way radios equipped with a removable antenna.
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I recently purchased a Wouxun KG-S65G as an entry into GMRS. I asked the "chat" for a recommendation for an upgrade on the antenna, and the Melowave Bandit G was recommended. I recently came across a video that noted there is a difference between high and low gain antennas, with if I recall correctly, low gain being better if you live in an obstructed area, which I think I do.
The specs to the antenna are below. Is 2.15 dBi gain low or high? Is this antenna appropriate for a handheld in an obstructed area?
Thanks!
The Authentic Melowave Bandit-G is a GMRS antenna tuned for 462MHz frequencies on the GMRS. The Bandit-G works with portable handheld GMRS two way way radios. It is available in your choice of an SMA Male, SMA Female or BNC antenna connector.
Genuine Melowave antenna
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