138 - 174 MHz and

Exposed Dipole Quasi-Omni Antenna

This popular antenna is available with four folded dipoles for high gain and broad
bandwidth.
• Broad Response – 10 MHz bandwidth provides optimum performance in single
or multi-frequency systems, on both transmit and receive.
• Circular Pattern – DB224 has four elements positioned evenly, every 90 degrees
around the mast, for omni pattern.
• Offset Pattern – DB224E comes with four elements aligned collinearly on the same
side of the mast for maximum directional gain.
• Dual Version – Two antennas on the same mast are fed and operated separately,
providing 3 dB omni or 6 dB directional patterns.
• Two-Piece Mast – For ease of shipment and handling, the mast is made in two
sections. A unique center splice assures proper alignment.
• Lightning-Resistant – The radiators operate at DC ground, and the aluminum
mast with its pointed cap provides a low resistant discharge path to the tower
or ground system.
• For Air Shipment – Model DB224X has a shortened mast, 124'' (3150 mm).
Ordering Information – Use model number for correct frequency and specify termina-
tion if non-standard. Add E for offset pattern, S for dual omni or ES for dual offset
pattern. DB365-OS Mounting Clamps are included. For side mounting order DB5001
Side Mount Kit. For Stabilizer Kit, order 12088 (four required). For shortened mast,
order DB224X. Order jumper cable separately. DB224 DB224E
Circular Offset
Pattern Pattern
Antenna Antenna
Side Mounting DB224 Vertical Pattern
The patterns indicate the typical pattern shape of
MODEL: DB224 Gain: 6 dBd
the antenna side mounted on a tower with an 18'' FREQ: PATTERN:
to 24'' (457.2 to 609.6 mm) face. 155 MHz E Plane

DB224 DB224E

Mechanical Data
Mast – upper (aluminum) – in. (mm)
DB224 (omni) mounted on side of tower 0 dBd
1.75 (44.45) OD with .062 to
Reference .125 (1.57 to 3.18) wall
Mast – lower (aluminum) – in. (mm)
2 (50.8) OD with .125 to
.187 (3.18 to 4.75) wall
Radiating elements (aluminum) – in. (mm)
Electrical Data .5 (12.7) OD with .058 (1.47) wall
Frequency Ranges* – MHz A = 150-160, Maximum exposed area (flat
B = 155-165, C = 164-174, E = 138-150, plate equivalent) – ft 2 (m2) 3.15 (.292)
J = 276-285, JJ = 220-222
Lateral thrust at 100 mph (161 km/hr)
Bandwidth (150-174 MHz) – MHz 10 – lbf (N) 126 (560.5)
VSWR 1.5 to 1 or less
Wind rating:* Top Side
DB224E elements pointed toward the tower Nominal impedance – ohms 50 Survival w/o ice – mph Mounted Mounted
Gain (over half-wave dipole) (km/hr) 80 (129) 100 (161)
Omni pattern – dBd 6.0 Survival with .5'' (12.7mm)
Offset pattern – dBd 9.0 radial ice – mph (km/hr) 55 (89) 70 (113)
Maximum power input – watts 500 Overall length (150-174 MHz)
Vertical beamwidth (half power points) 16° – in. (mm) 255 (6477)
Decoupling between antennas Shipping length – in. (mm) 148 (3759)
(split models) – dB 35 minimum Net weight (w/clamps) – lbs. (kg) 32 (14.51)
Lightning protection Direct ground Shipping weight (w/clamps)
Standard Termination: Captive Type N-Male – lbs. (kg) 48 (21.77)
attached to end of flexible lead. Mounting clamps (Galv. steel) DB365-OS

DB224E elements pointed away from the tower *Special frequencies are available; contact factory for details. *Calculation of wind survivability does not include damage due to
flying debris.

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