GAP-F 5/8 Wave Vertical Silver Rod type Home-Base CB Aerial

📡🏠 5/8 Wave Silver Rod CB Base Antenna – 6.4m (21ft) – 26–28MHz – High Gain 1000W

The Classic Base Station Antenna – Proven Performance

The 5/8 Wave “Silver Rod” CB Antenna is one of the most popular base station aerials, trusted for its excellent range, reliability, and simple setup.

👉 Ideal for home base stations and serious CB users wanting maximum performance.

✅ Why This Antenna is So Popular

✔ 5/8 Wave Design – improved ground wave performance
✔ High Gain (4.2 dB) – better transmit & receive range
✔ Wide Bandwidth (2000 kHz) – covers full CB band
✔ Aluminium Construction – corrosion resistant & lightweight
✔ Handles Up To 1000W Power

📡 Performance You Can Trust

• Covers full 26–28 MHz range
• Strong signal for long-distance communication
• Excellent choice for fixed base installations

👉 A proven performer for both CB and 10m users.

🏠 Perfect For

• Home CB Base Stations
• Rural & Long-Range Communication
• Amateur (10m band) Use
• Farm & Workshop Installations

⚙️ Specifications

• Type: 5/8 Wave Base Antenna
• Frequency: 26–28 MHz
• Length: 6.4 Metres (21ft)
• Gain: 4.2 dB
• Power Handling: Up to 1000 Watts
• Bandwidth: 2000 kHz
• Material: Aluminium

⚠️ Installation Notes

❗ Requires suitable mast and mounting hardware
❗ Best performance when mounted high and clear of obstructions
❗ Proper grounding recommended for safety and performance

💪 Why Choose a 5/8 Wave Antenna

Compared to smaller antennas:

• Better ground wave propagation
• Improved range
• Stronger signal performance

👉 Ideal for users who want maximum efficiency from their setup.

📦 Fast UK Dispatch

✔ Ships from the UK
✔ Secure packaging
✔ Ready to install

💬 Complete Your Setup

👉 Check our shop for:

• Mast clamps & wall brackets
• Coax cable & connectors
• SWR meters & tuning tools
• Lightning protection & grounding kits

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