M2 Antenna Systems 44.5-5 Assembly Manual

SPECIFICATIONS:

Model ......................................... 44.5-5

Frequency Range ....................... 44.2 to 44.8 MHz

*Gain .......................................... 10.69 dBi

Front to back .............................. 24 dB Typical

Feed type ................................... "T" Match

Feed Impedance. ....................... 50 Ohms Unbalanced

Maximum VSWR ........................ 1.5:1 Max

Input Connector .......................... "N" Female

Power Handling .......................... 1.5 kW

The 44.5-5 has been computer optimized from the ground up for gain and pattern covering 44.2-44.8 MHz. The original

design was for Meteor Scatter, but can be used for Monitoring systems. The custom 4:1 balun and low loss "T" match

help maintain high efficiency. Element ring clamps and other important components are CNC machined for maximum

strength and electrical integrity. All antenna hardware is stainless steel and the U-bolts for mounting are zinc plated.

M2 Antenna Systems, Inc. has well over 30 designs for Meteor Scatter applications covering from 39 MHz to 50 MHz. If

you have a specific requirement, please contact us for more details.

M2 Antenna Systems, Inc. 4402 N. Selland Ave. Fresno, CA 93722

M2 Antenna Systems, Inc.

Model No: 44.5-5

*Subtract 2.14 from dBi for dBd

Tel: (559) 432-8873 Fax: (559) 432-3059 Web: www.m2inc.com

Boom Length / Dia ...................... 17' 6" / 2"

Maximum Element Length .......... 157" / 7/8"-3/4"

Turning Radius: .......................... Call

Stacking Distance ....................... Call

Mast Size .................................... 2" Nom.

Wind area / Survival ................... 3.0 Sq. Ft. / 100 MPH

Weight / Ship Wt. ........................ 45 Lbs. / 50 Lbs.

09/02/22

Rev.00

Table of Contents

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Page 1 All antenna hardware is stainless steel and the U-bolts for mounting are zinc plated. M2 Antenna Systems, Inc. has well over 30 designs for Meteor Scatter applications covering from 39 MHz to 50 MHz. If you have a specific requirement, please contact us for more details.
Page 2 44.5-5 ASSEMBLY MANUAL Note: A cup of zince past (PENETROX, NOALOX, or equivalent) has been provided to enhance the quality of all the electrical joints in this antenna. Apply a thin coat wherever two pieces of aluminum come in contact.
Page 3 44.5-5 DIMENSION SHEET...
Page 4 44.5-5 ASSEMBLY MANUAL 6. Now assemble all the boom sections, using 1/4-20 x 2-1/2” bolts and locknuts. 7. Pair up the remaining 3/4” element sections and 7/8” x 30” sleeves and mount to the ring clamps as in step #4, following the Dimension Sheet for length.
Page 5 44.5-5 PARTS & HARDWARE DESCRIPTION ..................QTY BOOM SECTION, 2” X .058 X 84” SOE ........... 2 BOOM SECTION, 2” X .058 X 49” STR ........... 1 ELEMENT SECTION, 3/4” X .049 X SEE DIMENSION SHEET ....10 ELEMENT SLEEVE, 7/8” X .058 X 30” ............ 4 ELEMENT SLEEVE, 7/8”...