Isotron 400 AM Antenna

Isotron 400 AM Antenna is a compact factory-tuned AM broadcast antenna for lower-band AM transmission with no grounding system required.

Product overview

The Isotron 400 AM Antenna is a compact AM broadcast antenna designed for broadcasters who need a space-saving alternative to full-size AM radiator systems. Source material lists the 400 model as covering approximately 650 kHz to 1.340 MHz, making it suitable for lower-band AM broadcast use. The antenna is factory tuned to the ordered frequency and requires only minor assembly and adjustment by the customer. It fits naturally with AM transmitters and is well suited to installations where limited space or simplified site preparation makes a compact antenna attractive.

Key features

  • Compact AM broadcast antenna for lower-band frequencies
  • Factory tuned to the ordered operating frequency
  • No grounding system required for installation
  • Designed for AM broadcast transmitters from 300 to 1000 watts
  • Approximate frequency coverage of 650 kHz to 1.340 MHz
  • Omnidirectional radiation pattern with random polarization
  • Requires only minor assembly and final adjustment
  • SO-239 connector with built-to-order frequency matching

Connectivity and construction

The Isotron 400 AM Antenna is part of the Isotron AM broadcast range, which Progressive Concepts describes as covering the AM broadcast band with different models selected by frequency. The 400 model is listed with a maximum length of about 322 inches, approximate weight of 18 lbs, an SO-239 connector, a wind load of 1.69 square feet and no requirement for a grounding system.

In operation

In daily use, the Isotron 400 AM Antenna is intended for AM broadcast projects where a conventional grounded radiator is not practical because of site limitations, installation complexity or available space. Its compact format and simpler deployment make it attractive for low-power and medium-power AM services, technical experiments and specialist installations. Because the antenna is built to order for a defined frequency range, it is best specified carefully at purchase to match the intended operating channel.