Description
LEFS 8010
80M 40M 30M 20M 17M 15M 12M and 10M – No Tuner Needed
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!
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 KEVLAR 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 Skywave (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 KEVLAR PTFE (Teflon) (-70°C to 150°C) wire)
- 1 X CHA LEFS (≈67′ long – Tinned Copper KEVLAR PTFE (Teflon) (-70°C to 150°C) wire)
- 1 X ≈50′ MICRO 90 Paracord