80M 40M 30M 20M 17M 15M 12M and 10M - No Tuner Needed

The Lightweight End Fed Sloper (LEFS) 8010 is an eight band, no- tuner, High Frequency (HF) antenna for use on the 80, 40, 30, 20, 17, 15, 12, and 10 meter Amateur Radio Service (ham) bands (60 meters with a tuner). Its’ minimalistic design and lightweight components are intended for the serious backpacker and outdoor adventurer. Leave the tuner and SWR meter at home – just bring a radio and a pair of boots!

The LEFS 8010 is designed for the trail. The sturdy line winder with integral high-efficiency impedance matching network transformer, ultra-thin 20 gauge PTFE antenna wire, and lightweight Micro 90 paracord enables highly portable eight band operation without the extra bulk of an antenna tuner. It can even do Near- Vertical Incident Sky wave (NVIS) communication! The LEFS is perfect for backpackers, hikers, bikers, campers, and survival communication. Get one for your next expedition!

Specifications:

• Frequency:
  • 3.5 – 4.0 MHz (80m)
  • 7.0 - 7.3 MHz (40m)
  • 10.1 – 10.15 (30m)
  • 14.1 - 14.35 MHz (20m)
  • 18.068 - 18.168 MHz (17m) ✓ 21.0 – 21.45 MHz (15m)
  • 24.89 – 24.99 MHz (12m) ✓ 28.0 – 29.7 MHz (10m)
• SWR (frequency ranges listed above): Typically, less than 2.0:1
• Power: 500W SSB, 250W CW, 150W Digital
• RF Connection: UHF Socket (SO-239)
• Length: 63 ft, 130 ft with Extension
• Ratio 49:1
• Weight: 1.5 lbs

The Antenna Kit Consists of:

• 1 X CHA LEFS (≈63' long - Tinned Copper PTFE (Teflon) (-70°C to 150°C) wire)
• 1 X CHA LEFS (≈67' long - Tinned Copper PTFE (Teflon) (-70°C to 150°C) wire)
• 1 X ≈50' MICRO 90 Paracord