WISCO International (Decibel Products / Fiberglass

ASP-680 BASE COMMANDER� SERIES BROADBAND FIBERGLASS ANTENNA 3 dBd GAIN, 148-174 MHz

Versatile - lightweight, yet rugged to cover a majority of base station requirements
Performance - minimum 3 dB gain is provided +/- 1.75 MHz of center frequency with peak gain of 3.55 dB
Easy to Install - tough lightweight ARMORWEAVE� fiberglass and lack of protruding radials assure easiest installation
High Power - collinear construction will handle 350 watts of power
Protected - dc grounded for maximum equipment protection

Shipping Information
Weight	14 lb (6.3 kg)
Dimensions	3 inch (7 cm) O.D. tube x 162 inches (412 cm)

Electrical Data
Power	350 watts maximum
Gain	3 dB minimum, 3.55 dB maximum at center frequency
Frequency Range	148-150.8 MHz (ASPA680) 150.8-153.0 MHz (ASPB680) 153-156.24 MHz (ASPC680) 157-160 MHz (ASPD680) 161.6-163.5 MHz (ASPE680) 164-167 MHz (ASPF680) 167-171 MHz (ASPG680) 171-174 MHz (ASPH680)
Bandwidth	Specified frequency range
VSWR	Less than 1.5:1
Impedance	50 ohms nominal
Vertical Beamwidth	29 degrees
Termination	VB-8 (VAPOR-BLOC�) flexible extension 24 inches (61 cm), with N male connector

Mechanical Data
Lateral thrust at 100 mph (161 km/hr) - lbf (N)	88 (391.4)
Rated wind velocity - mph (kph)	160 (257)
Lateral Thrust	27.2 lb (12.3 kg) @ 100 mi/h (161 km/h)
Bending Moment	103.2 ft-lb (14.3 kg-m) @ 100 mi/h (161 km/h)
Equivalent Flat Plate Area	0.68 ft� (0.6 m⊃)
Antenna Length	11.67 ft (3.6 m) at lowest frequency
Weight	4 lb (1.8 kg)
Radiating Elements	3/16 inch (4.8 mm) dia. brass tube
Antenna Housing	ARMORWEAVE� fiberglass radome
Support	1 5/16 inch (49.2 mm) O.D. heavy duty heat treated aluminum pipe
Mounting	Two (2) ASP-616-type heavy-duty mast clamps furnished*

*See catalog sections for mounting brackets, coaxial cable, connectors and other materials
required for complete installation. VAPOR-WRAP� connector sealant is include