UHF Antenna Differences

Devilz311 · #1 (**permalink**) 10-26-2009, 05:33 AM

I currently have the 403-520 6" whip antenna on my MTS2000. I primarily use a Type II Smart Zone system, in the 506 to 508 range. Would I notice any improvement switching to the stubby UHF helical antenna, in the 470-520 range?

This, Vs.

FFPM571 · #2 (**permalink**) 10-26-2009, 08:45 AM

stay with the whip. . I have used both in the 470-512 area. I have noted better reception with the whip. especially if you wear it on your belt.

FuelForFire · #3 (**permalink**) 10-26-2009, 10:00 AM

I have noticed consistently higher RSSI values with the whip.

N_Jay · #4 (**permalink**) 10-26-2009, 10:51 AM

The whip is better in theory and in practice.

The stubby is a compromise.

MPSCS · #5 (**permalink**) 10-26-2009, 11:16 AM

Size matters!

N_Jay · #6 (**permalink**) 10-26-2009, 11:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MPSCS

Size matters!

Resonance matters more.

You have to be in-tune!

pdfdems286 · #7 (**permalink**) 10-26-2009, 11:35 AM

i knew this idiot cop who switched his vhf portable antenna with a public work's employee. he liked the look's of the uhf whip better. i explained to him,that he would end up blowing out his radio.so he switched back.

b7spectra · #8 (**permalink**) 10-26-2009, 07:09 PM

Really, it is going to depend on what type enviroment you are going to be in. Are there repeaters close in? Are you working simplex on any channels? I would say, due to the low cost, buy both of them, try them out and see which works best for you!