Diamond BB7 Vertical
Diamond BB7 Vertical Antenna
The Diamond BB-7V is a lightweight, wide range HF vertical. Due to a strongly
varying impedance over the large frequency spectrum, a manual or autotuner
with a large tuning range is necessary for the adjustment.
Specifications
Frequency range : 2 - 30 MHz (Wide range ATU needed)
Antenna length : 6,70 m.
Number of sections : 6
Radials : no radials
Max. power : 250 W (SSB)
Connector : SO 239 (PL)
Support mast : ø 30-62 mm
Weight : ca. 2,3 kg
The housing of the matching network contains a 6:1 UNUN transformer and a
non-inductive 600 Ohm / 120 Watt terminating resistor.
WARNING DIAMOND!
While using the new digital modes FT8 / FT4 / WSPR, there is an excessive
load for the antenna and other equipment due to continuous carrier broadcast.
Then reduce the output power for all Diamond antennas to max. 1/5 of the
specified SSB(PEP) max. power. .
BB7V Multiband Vertical Antenna
BB7V The new BB7V multiband vertical antenna provides coverage from 2 MHz to 30 MHz
without radials and requires the use of a tuner. In its nested configuration it is only 60” long and weighs in at 4.5 pounds. It has 6 telescoping sections that extend to a length of 22 feet when fully deployed. The telescoping sections are self locking (no hardware to lose) and can be raised or lowered in less than a minute. For permanent use the sections can be locked in place with a single screw per section. The extreme ease of raising and lowering this antenna will make it a favorite for those who have antenna restrictions or travelers wanting a quick and easy wide band antenna solution. The BB7V is a very slim, low profile antenna.
Specifications:
Frequency: 2-30 MHz (with antenna tuner)
Impedance (nominal): 50 ohms
Power Rating: 250 watts PEP
Length: 60" collapsed, 22' fully extended
Weight: 4.5 pounds
Connector: UHF
Impedance matching transformer
Diamond BB7 Mounted on a Fence Post