Description
The OPEK CX-5 Coaxial Antenna Switch is a professional-grade 3-way coax switch designed to give you flexible control over your radio setup.
Whether you’re running multiple radios on one antenna or one radio across multiple antennas, the CX-5 makes switching quick, simple and reliable.
🔀 Flexible Setup Options
✔ Connect 3 radios to 1 antenna
✔ Or 1 radio to 3 antennas
✔ Instantly switch between setups
Ideal for base stations, test benches and advanced installations.
📡 Wide Frequency Coverage
- Covers DC to 500 MHz
- Suitable for:
- CB (27 MHz)
- VHF / UHF
- Amateur radio applications
⚡ High Power Handling
- Up to 1000W PEP (DC–200 MHz)
- Up to 500W PEP (300–500 MHz)
Built to handle serious setups safely.
🔧 Solid Construction
- Rotary selector switch for reliable operation
- Durable metal housing
- Smooth switching action
- Designed for long-term use
Key Features
- 3-way coaxial antenna switch
- SO-239 (UHF female) connectors
- Wide frequency range (DC–500 MHz)
- High power capability
- Compact, bench-friendly design
Technical Specifications
- Frequency Range: DC – 500 MHz
- Impedance: 50 Ohms
- Power Handling:
- 1kW PEP (DC – 200 MHz)
- 500W PEP (300 – 500 MHz)
- VSWR:
- ≤ 1.5 (DC – 300 MHz)
- ≤ 2.0 (300 – 500 MHz)
- Isolation: ≤ 50 dB
- Connectors: SO-239 (UHF Female)
- Dimensions: 93 x 54 x 83 mm
Ideal For
- CB radio base stations
- Amateur radio setups
- Multi-antenna systems
- Workshop and testing setups
Why Choose the CX-5?
✔ Simple, reliable switching
✔ High power handling
✔ Wide frequency compatibility
✔ Compact and durable
Straight Talking
If you’re running more than one radio or antenna, this is a simple bit of kit that makes your setup far more flexible.
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