{"product_id":"rfi-vhfuhf-dual-band-antenna-148-174400-470mhz-mbc-base-5m-no-connector-cd30-148470-53","title":"RFI VHF\/UHF Dual Band Antenna 148-174\/400-470Mhz - MBC Base 5M No Connector - CD30-148470-53","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRFI CD30-148470-53 VHF\/UHF Dual Band Mobile Antenna – 148–174MHz \/ 400–470MHz, MBC Base with 5m Cable, No Connector\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RFI CD30-148470-53 VHF\/UHF Dual Band Mobile Antenna is a professional-grade antenna designed to provide reliable communications across both VHF (148–174MHz) and UHF (400–470MHz) frequency bands. Ideal for organisations operating dual-band radio systems, this antenna eliminates the need for separate VHF and UHF antennas, providing a clean, efficient installation with 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 with an MBC mounting base, 5-metre low-loss coaxial cable, and no fitted connector, the CD30-148470-53 offers installers the flexibility to terminate the cable with the connector best suited to their radio equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for commercial fleets, emergency services, utilities, transport, agriculture, mining, and government vehicles, this antenna delivers robust performance in demanding environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the RFI CD30-148470-53?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CD30-148470-53 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\u003eMBC mounting base and 5-metre low-loss coaxial cable included\u003c\/strong\u003e means a straightforward install with the base and most of the cable run sorted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied without a fitted connector\u003c\/strong\u003e means installers terminate the cable with exactly the connector their radio needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible tapered stainless steel whip\u003c\/strong\u003e means excellent durability and resistance to knocks and vibration.\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x RFI CD30-148470-53 dual band whip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMBC mounting base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5m low-loss coaxial cable, fitted (no connector)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antenna needs a connector terminated onto the supplied cable to suit your radio, and it must be mounted on or near a ground plane to perform correctly. Talk to us and we'll help you choose the right connector for your installation.\u003c\/p\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;\"\u003eCD30-148470-53\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\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 tapered stainless steel\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, included. 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\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e5m low-loss coaxial, fitted, no connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownload the RFI CD30-148470 datasheet (PDF)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Options in This Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed a different configuration? See CD30-148470-00 (whip only, no base) or CD30-148470-50 (MBC base, no cable).\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\u003eFor organisations operating radios across both VHF and UHF networks, the CD30-148470-53 provides a practical all-in-one solution: one antenna for two frequency bands, cleaner vehicle installations, reduced roof clutter, lower installation costs, and simplified fleet maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRugged Construction for Everyday Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to withstand harsh operating conditions, the CD30-148470-53 features durable materials that provide long-term reliability: a flexible tapered stainless steel whip, heavy-duty MBC mounting base, UV-resistant components, and corrosion-resistant materials for continuous mobile use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible with Analogue and Digital Radio Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CD30-148470-53 is suitable for conventional analogue radio, DMR digital radio, P25 and NXDN systems (within supported frequencies), and other 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 mobile radio systems and antenna solutions to businesses and organisations throughout New Zealand. Our experienced team provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMobile radio system design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicle antenna selection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFleet communication solutions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadio programming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntenna tuning and testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOngoing servicing and technical support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're equipping a single vehicle or an entire fleet, we'll ensure your communications system is built for reliability and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat frequencies does the CD30-148470-53 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\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\u003eDoes the antenna include a connector?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The antenna is supplied with 5 metres of coaxial cable and no fitted connector, allowing installers to terminate the cable with the connector required for the specific radio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this suitable for digital radios?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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