{"product_id":"rfi-cd30-148470-00-vhfuhf-dual-band-antenna-148-174400-470mhz-no-mbc-base","title":"RFI CD30-148470-00 VHF\/UHF Dual Band Antenna 148-174\/400-470Mhz - No MBC Base -","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRFI CD30-148470-00 VHF\/UHF Dual Band Mobile Antenna – 148–174MHz \/ 400–470MHz (No MBC Base)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRFI CD30-148470-00 VHF\/UHF Dual Band Mobile Antenna\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional-grade antenna designed to provide reliable communications across both \u003cstrong\u003eVHF (148–174MHz)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eUHF (400–470MHz)\u003c\/strong\u003e frequency bands. Ideal for organisations operating dual-band radio systems, this antenna eliminates the need for separate VHF and UHF antennas, simplifying vehicle installations while delivering dependable performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant: this antenna is ground dependent.\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike RFI's ground-independent Mopole antennas elsewhere in our range, the CD30 needs to be mounted on, or close to, a metal ground plane (such as a vehicle roof) to perform correctly. Mounting it on a non-metallic surface or well away from a ground plane will noticeably reduce performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied \u003cstrong\u003ewithout an MBC mounting base\u003c\/strong\u003e, the CD30-148470-00 is the perfect replacement antenna for existing RFI mounting systems or for installers who require flexibility when selecting a compatible base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for commercial fleets, emergency services, utilities, transport, mining, agriculture, and government vehicles, this antenna delivers rugged performance in demanding mobile environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the RFI CD30-148470-00?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CD30-148470-00 provides reliable dual-band performance in a compact, durable antenna designed for professional mobile radio applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-band operation covering 148–174MHz and 400–470MHz\u003c\/strong\u003e means one antenna handles both VHF and UHF radio systems, for fleets running mixed-band equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied without MBC mounting base\u003c\/strong\u003e means installers can reuse an existing base or choose the exact one they need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOmnidirectional radiation pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e means consistent coverage while the vehicle is moving, in any direction of travel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for analogue and digital radio systems\u003c\/strong\u003e means one antenna works across mixed fleets running older and newer radios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRugged, weather and corrosion resistant construction\u003c\/strong\u003e means dependable performance in demanding outdoor conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-maintenance design\u003c\/strong\u003e means less time spent servicing antennas across a large fleet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x RFI CD30-148470-00 dual band whip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e MBC base, cable, and connector, this listing is whip only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis whip needs a compatible MBC base to complete the antenna, and it must be mounted on or near a ground plane to perform correctly. We stock two real options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nRFI CD30-148470-50 – MBC base, no cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nRFI CD30-148470-53 – MBC base with 5m cable (no connector fitted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eRFI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eCD30-148470-00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e148–174MHz VHF \/ 400–470MHz UHF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e1dBi (VHF) \/ 4.5dBi (UHF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVSWR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u0026lt;2.0:1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower handling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e40W (VHF) \/ 25W (UHF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolarisation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eVertical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhip length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e496mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhip material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eFlexible over-moulded whip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eMBC base, sold separately. Ground dependent, mount on or near a ground plane.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable and connector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eNot included, whip only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownload the RFI CD30 Series installation sheet (PDF)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVideo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNo product video currently available for this model.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDual Band Convenience\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CD30-148470-00 allows organisations to operate across both VHF and UHF radio networks using a single antenna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenefits include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne antenna for two frequency bands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaner vehicle installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced roof clutter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower installation costs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimplified fleet maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable communications across multiple radio networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Commercial Vehicles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtility service vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmergency service fleets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMining vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgricultural machinery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCouncil fleets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecurity vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForestry operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial service vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible with Analogue and Digital Radio Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe antenna is suitable for conventional analogue radio, DMR digital radio, P25 and NXDN systems (within supported frequencies), and licensed VHF and UHF land mobile radio networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From Mobile Systems Limited?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMobile Systems Limited supplies professional two-way radio systems and antenna solutions throughout New Zealand. Our experienced team provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMobile radio system design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFleet communication solutions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicle antenna selection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadio programming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntenna testing and optimisation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOngoing servicing and technical support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're replacing an existing antenna or fitting out an entire fleet, we'll help you choose the right solution for long-term reliability and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat frequencies does the CD30-148470-00 support?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe antenna operates across both 148–174MHz VHF and 400–470MHz UHF, making it suitable for a wide range of licensed mobile radio systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this antenna need a ground plane to work properly?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Unlike RFI's ground-independent Mopole antennas, the CD30 is ground dependent and should be mounted on, or close to, a metal ground plane such as a vehicle roof. Mounting it away from a ground plane will reduce performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs an MBC mounting base included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The CD30-148470-00 is supplied without an MBC mounting base, making it ideal as a replacement antenna for existing installations or for use with a separately purchased compatible base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use one antenna for both VHF and UHF radios?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The dual-band design allows a single antenna to support compatible VHF and UHF communications, reducing the need for multiple antennas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this antenna suitable for digital radios?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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