GME AE409L 830mm/1230mm Fold Down Stainless Steel Antenna (6 & 9dbi Gain)
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GME AE409L 830mm/1230mm Fold Down Stainless Steel Antenna (6 & 9dbi Gain)

SKU: AE409L
Price
$179
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Product features

GME AE409L Fold Down Stainless Steel Antenna 6/9dBi

The GME AE409L is a fold-down stainless steel UHF CB antenna kit with interchangeable 830mm (6dBi) and 1230mm (9dBi) whips, featuring a ground independent design, a base assembly, and a 4m lead.

Product Overview

For over 60 years GME has designed and manufactured an extensive range of high quality accessories to suit a wide variety of applications. From 4WDing to boating and fishing, GME has a genuine accessory to meet every need. Built to last, the UHF CB antenna range from GME is durable and consists of a variety of mounting, design, and length options.

GME's antennas have a fit-for-purpose construction to suit different requirements, ranging from heavy duty off-road to on-glass and multi-band PCB design. Featuring a variety of gain options, there is a GME UHF CB antenna to suit every application. The AE409L includes both a 6dBi (830mm) and 9dBi (1230mm) stainless steel whip, giving the flexibility to choose the length and gain to suit the application.

Features & Benefits

Fold-Down Style: The fold-down style allows the antenna to be lowered when clearance is needed, such as for car washes, garages, or low-clearance areas.

Stainless Steel Whip: Stainless steel construction provides strength and corrosion resistance for long-term outdoor use.

Ground Independent Design: The ground independent design performs reliably without depending on a specific vehicle ground plane.

Choice of 6dBi or 9dBi Gain: Two whips are included, a 6dBi at 830mm and a 9dBi at 1230mm, giving a choice of gain and length to suit the application.

Complete Kit with Base and Lead: The kit includes the antenna base assembly and a 4m lead assembly, providing everything needed for installation alongside the whips.

Technical Specs

Specification Detail
SKU AE409L
Brand GME
Description 830mm/1230mm Fold Down Stainless Steel Antenna (6 and 9dBi Gain)
Style Fold-Down
Material Stainless Steel
Design Ground Independent
Gain 6dBi (830mm) / 9dBi (1230mm)
Lead Length 4m
In the Box AW002 Antenna Base Assembly, CA409 6dBi Antenna Whip, CA4091 9dBi Antenna Whip, ABL005 4m Lead Assembly

Compatible With

The AE409L is compatible with GME UHF CB radios and suits vehicles where a ground independent antenna is preferred. Confirm your intended mounting location and vehicle clearance before purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the AE409L used for?

The AE409L is a fold-down stainless steel UHF CB antenna kit, giving a choice of 6dBi or 9dBi gain for compatible GME radios.

What is included in the kit?

The AE409L includes an antenna base assembly, a 6dBi (830mm) whip, a 9dBi (1230mm) whip, and a 4m lead assembly.

What does "ground independent" mean?

A ground independent antenna is designed to perform reliably without relying on a specific vehicle ground plane, unlike ground dependent antennas.

Why does it fold down?

The fold-down style allows the antenna to be lowered for clearance, such as when entering a car wash, garage, or other low-clearance area.

Which whip should I use?

The 6dBi (830mm) whip suits shorter, more compact installations, while the 9dBi (1230mm) whip offers greater gain for applications where extended range is preferred.