Antennas

Low Band, Aviation, and VHF Antennas

SD218 Series

SD218-SF2P2SNM(D00S) 8 dipole, 11.0 dBd, bi-directional, 134-174 MHz

• 11 dBd gain with bi-directional pattern
• Cover 134-174 MHz
• 300 watts power handling
• Two segment design for easy transport and installation

The SD218 series of antennas is unique in its high efficiency and exceptionally wide
bandwidth, covering the frequency ranges of 118-137 MHz, 134-174 MHz or 220-225
MHz with a VSWR of 1.5:1 or better. The SD218 series is perfectly suited for
multicoupled systems.
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Region United States Europe, Middle East and Africa Caribbean and Latin America Canada and rest of the world
Canada: 1 800 263 3275
Telephone USA: 1 800 263 3275 International: +44 (0) 1487 84 28 19 International: +1 905 726 7676
International: +1 905 727 0165
E-mail salesusa@sinctech.com salesuk@sinctech.com salesla@sinctech.com salescan@sinctech.com
Product Specification Sheet SD218-SF2P2SNM(D00S) Issue: 5 Dated: 26-07-18
EPR 019006 Dated: 26-07-18
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 Antennas
Low Band, Aviation, and VHF Antennas
SD218 Series

Electrical Specifications Notes

Frequency Range MHz 134 to 174 *1 : Qty 4
Bandwidth MHz 40 *2 : 2 packages, 75 lbs each.
Connector N-Male
Gain (nominal) dBd (dBi) 11 (13.1)
Input VSWR (max) 1.5:1
Polarization vertical
Impedance Ω 50
Pattern Bi-directional
Vertical beamwidth (typ) degrees 8
Average Input Power (max) W 300
Lightning protection DC ground
Electrical tilt (available) 0, 2, 4, or 6 degrees
Ordering Information
Clamps must be ordered separately.
Mechanical Specifications
Width in (mm) 42.62 (1083)
Depth in (mm) 4 (102)
Length/ Height in (mm) 488 (12395)
Base pipe diameter in (mm) 2.38 (60)
Base pipe mounting length in (mm) 72 (1829)
Weight lbs (kg) 96 (43.58)
Mounting Hardware (Optional) Clamp147, Clamp015, or Clamp130 *1
Mounting configurations side mount
Mounting information Upright
Estimated Shipping Weight lbs (kg) 150 (68.1) *2
Shipping dimensions (package 1) in (mm) 206x48x6 (5232x1219x152)
Shipping dimensions (package 2) in (mm) 206x48x6 (5232x1219x152)

Environmental Specifications
Temperature range °F (°C) -40 to +140 (-40 to +60)
Wind Loading Area (Flat Plate Equivalent) ft² (m²) 8.3 (0.77)
Wind Loading Area (1/2" ice) ft² (m²) 14.3 (1.33)
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Rated wind velocity (no ice) mph (km/h) 155 (250)

Rated wind velocity (1/2" radial ice) mph (km/h) 115 (185)
Lateral Thrust (100 mph No Ice) lbs (N) 318 (1414.5)
Torsional moment (100 mph No Ice) ft-lbs (Nm) 352 (475.2)
Bending moment (100 mph No Ice) ft-lbs (Nm) 394 (531.9)

Region United States Europe, Middle East and Africa Caribbean and Latin America Canada and rest of the world
Canada: 1 800 263 3275
Telephone USA: 1 800 263 3275 International: +44 (0) 1487 84 28 19 International: +1 905 726 7676
International: +1 905 727 0165
E-mail salesusa@sinctech.com salesuk@sinctech.com salesla@sinctech.com salescan@sinctech.com
Product Specification Sheet SD218-SF2P2SNM(D00S) Issue: 5 Dated: 26-07-18
EPR 019006 Dated: 26-07-18
Customer Tech Manual 006800 Sinclair’s commitment to product leadership may result in improvement or change to this product
Copyright © Sinclair Technologies Page 2/2