DAB-ARDCKM-D-13X DAB Antenna 174-240 MHz (Band III) | Protel - Protel Antennas - Professional Antennas for Telecomunications

Q: What is the DAB-ARDCKM-D-13X designed for?

It is a professional omnidirectional antenna for DAB / DAB+ broadcast networks in VHF Band III (174-240 MHz), suited to continuous-service outdoor installations where a stable pattern and robust mechanics are required.

Q: Which connectors and power ratings are available?

The antenna can be supplied with N-f connector rated 500 W, or 7/16-f connector rated 1000 W, with 50 ohm nominal impedance for high-power DAB broadcast applications.

Q: Is it suitable for harsh outdoor environments?

Yes. It is designed for severe climatic conditions with stainless-steel support. All metal parts are D.C. grounded, improving behaviour against electrostatic charges and lightning-related effects in professional mast installations.

Q: Which versions and accessories can be ordered?

Ordering versions: DAB-ARDCKMD13XA (aluminium dipole and elements) or DAB-ARDCKMD13XI (stainless-steel dipole and elements). Optional accessory: RAD-DAB PVC radome. Mounting uses ZAFZ25/114C clamp for Ø 35-114 mm masts.

DAB-ARDCKM-D-13X VHF Band III DAB Omnidirectional Dipole Antenna 174-240 MHz | PROTEL

108 - 300 MHz

MOD. DAB-ARDCKM-D-13X

Professional omnidirectional VHF Band III antenna for DAB / DAB+ broadcast networks (174–240 MHz). This model provides 20 MHz bandwidth and an omnidirectional radiation pattern for reliable coverage in continuous-service installations, from main broadcast sites to professional monitoring points.

Designed for severe climatic conditions and long-term outdoor durability, it features a stainless-steel support and a radiant dipole in aluminium or stainless steel (depending on version). On request, the adapter area can be protected with the RAD-DAB radome for additional environmental protection.

The mounting hardware is built for professional towers and masts: hot-dip galvanized clamp and stainless-steel bolts, suitable for Ø 35–114 mm structures. All metal parts are D.C. grounded, improving behaviour against electrostatic charges and lightning-related effects.

Designed and entirely manufactured in Italy, this antenna is supplied with N-f connector (500 W) or 7/16-f connector (1000 W) for high-power DAB broadcast applications.

DAB-ARDCKM-D-13X NARROW-BAND VHF DAB Omnidirectional Dipole Antenna 174-240 MHz Protel

vertical diagram of dipole antenna DAB 174-240MHz PROTEL

horizontal diagram of dipole antenna DAB 174-240MHz PROTEL

Return loss curve DAB dipole antenna 174-240MHz PROTEL

ELECTRICAL DATA (TYP.)
Frequency range MHz: 174 ÷ 240
Bandwidth typ. MHz: 20
Gain max. dBi: 3.7
Return loss dB: ≥ -14
VSWR: ≤ 1.5:1
Nominal impedance Ω: 50
Polarization: V/H
H beamwidth -3 dB: 340°
E beamwidth -3 dB: 90°
Max Power W: Nf (500) / 7/16" (1000)
Connector: Nf - 7/16"
Lightning protection: All metal parts are D.C. grounded
MECHANICAL DATA (TYP.)
Dimension length mm: 750 x 1000 x 100
Weight without clamp kg: 0.7
Wind surface m²: Front 0.025 / Side 0.04
Front wind load Kg: 3.6 (160 Km/h)
Side wind load Kg: 6.9 (160 Km/h)
Mounting mm: Ø 35 ÷ 114
MATERIALS
Stainless steel – Teflon – Brass – Aluminium 6060
ACCESSORIES
RAD-DAB – RADOME Polyvinyl chloride
ZAFZ25/114C – CLAMP hot-dip galvanizing (Weight 1.9 Kg)
ORDERING AND PACKAGING INFORMATIONS
DAB-ARDCKMD13XA – ALLUMINIUM DIPOLE AND ELEMENTS
DAB-ARDCKMD13XI – STAINLESS STEEL DIPOLE AND ELEMENTS
TYP. PACKAGING: 100 x 19 x 19 cm / Total weight with clamp 3 Kg

AVAILABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING DAB BLOCKS (VHF Band III):

5A–5D: 5A, 5B, 5C, 5D · 6A–6D: 6A, 6B, 6C, 6D · 7A–7D: 7A, 7B, 7C, 7D · 8A–8D: 8A, 8B, 8C, 8D · 9A–9D: 9A, 9B, 9C, 9D · 10A–10N: 10A, 10B, 10C, 10D, 10N · 11A–11N: 11A, 11B, 11C, 11D, 11N · 12A–12N: 12A, 12B, 12C, 12D, 12N · 13A–13F: 13A, 13B, 13C, 13D, 13E, 13F

Note: Professional block tuning on request (DAB / DAB+ broadcast networks).

COMPARATIVE TABLE OF DAB BLOCKS / FREQUENCIES

Frequently asked questions about DAB-ARDCKM-D-13X

Answers to common questions about the DAB-ARDCKM-D-13X omnidirectional VHF Band III DAB antenna (174-240 MHz), designed and manufactured in Italy.

What is the DAB-ARDCKM-D-13X designed for?

It is a professional omnidirectional antenna for DAB / DAB+ broadcast networks in VHF Band III (174-240 MHz), suited to continuous-service outdoor installations where a stable pattern, robust mechanics and reliable RF behaviour are required.

Which connectors and power ratings are available?

The antenna can be supplied with N-f connector (500 W) or 7/16-f connector (1000 W), supporting high-power DAB broadcast applications while maintaining a 50 ohm nominal impedance.

Is it suitable for harsh outdoor environments?

Yes. It is designed for severe climatic conditions with a stainless-steel support. All metal parts are D.C. grounded, improving behaviour against electrostatic charges and lightning-related effects in professional tower and mast installations.

Which versions and accessories can be ordered?

Ordering versions: DAB-ARDCKMD13XA (aluminium dipole and elements) or DAB-ARDCKMD13XI (stainless-steel dipole and elements). Optional accessory: RAD-DAB PVC radome. Standard mounting uses ZAFZ25/114C clamp for Ø 35-114 mm masts.

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Frequently asked questions about DAB-ARDCKM-D-13X

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