{"product_id":"mra-135-20w-hf-fm-vhf-uhf-small-loop-antenna-portable-qrp-ic-705","title":"MRA-135 20W HF\/FM\/VHF\/UHF Small Loop Antenna for IC-705","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eMRA-135 20W Small Loop Antenna – Full-Band Portable HF\/FM\/VHF\/UHF\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMRA-135 Small Loop Antenna\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, high-efficiency multiband antenna purpose-built for portable QRP operation. Whether you're setting up a field station, monitoring aviation frequencies, or operating from a space-constrained balcony, this 65cm loop delivers impressive performance across Shortwave (HF), FM, VHF aviation, and UHF bands — all from a lightweight, easy-to-mount package. Made in Mainland China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-Band Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports HF (Shortwave), FM broadcast, VHF aviation, and UHF two-way radio bands — one antenna for multiple communication needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Efficiency Low-SWR Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Achieves SWR ≤1.2 on popular HF bands (7, 10, 14, 21, 29 MHz), enabling stable operation without requiring a complex external antenna tuner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20W Power Handling (QRP-Ready):\u003c\/strong\u003e Handles up to 20W transmit power, making it an ideal match for low-power HF transceivers like the \u003cstrong\u003eIcom IC-705\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eYaesu FT-818\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as other mainstream HF\/VHF\/UHF portable rigs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact 65cm Loop Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultra-portable form factor fits in a backpack; ideal for field operations, emergency communications, travel, or apartment use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick 1\/4-Inch Thread Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e The base features a standard 1\/4-inch threaded mount — attaches directly to smartphone holders, camera tripods, or light stands with no extra tools needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard BNC Female Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e Universal BNC interface connects easily to most handheld and desktop transceivers; a BNC Male to SMA\/N-Type adapter is included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory Tuning Reference Data Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-provided capacitor reference values help you quickly zero in on the optimal match point, reducing guesswork during setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Use Cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOutdoor field communications and portable HF station setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHF amateur radio operation in space-constrained environments (apartment balconies, hotel rooms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAviation frequency monitoring and FM broadcast reception\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBackup or temporary vehicle-mounted antenna configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMRA-135\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eABS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoop Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Transmit Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSWR (HF bands)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≤1.2 (at 7, 10, 14, 21, 29 MHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHF \/ FM \/ VHF \/ UHF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Connector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBNC Female\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard 1\/4-inch threaded base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHpLive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in Mainland China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMRA-135 Small Loop Antenna Unit × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBNC Male to SMA\/N-Type Adapter × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Tripod not included. Standard threaded mount is provided at the base.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Usage Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not exceed 20W input power — overloading may damage the loop's tuning capacitor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDuring tuning, start at low power (under 5W) using an SWR meter; increase power only after achieving the lowest SWR reading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep the antenna as far from metal obstacles as possible, and orient the loop vertically or horizontally according to your desired polarization mode.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore More Radio \u0026amp; DIY Electronics Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair this antenna with other useful components from our store:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/non-contact-capacitive-water-level-sensor-3v-5v\"\u003eNon-Contact Capacitive Water Level Sensor 3.3V–5V\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/molex-mini-fit-jr-4-pin-4-2mm-pitch-wire-to-board-connector-housing\"\u003eMolex Mini-Fit Jr 4-Pin 4.2mm Pitch Wire-to-Board Housing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50pcs-nickel-sheets-18650-lithium-battery-spot-welding\"\u003e50Pcs Nickel Sheets for 18650 Battery Spot Welding Tool\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/eye-face-protection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOSHA on eye and face protection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is the MRA-135 small loop antenna compatible with the Icom IC-705?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The MRA-135 is specifically designed for QRP transceivers like the Icom IC-705 and Yaesu FT-818. Its 20W maximum power rating and low SWR (≤1.2 on common HF bands) make it a seamless match for these radios, and the included BNC adapter ensures easy connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Do I need an antenna tuner to use this loop antenna?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: In most cases, no. The MRA-135's high-efficiency small loop design achieves an SWR of ≤1.2 on popular HF bands (7, 10, 14, 21, 29 MHz) without an external antenna tuner. Factory-provided tuning capacitor reference data further simplifies setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Can I mount this antenna on a standard camera tripod?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Absolutely. The base of the MRA-135 features a standard 1\/4-inch threaded mount, which is compatible with most camera tripods, smartphone holders, and light stands — no additional hardware or tools required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What bands does the MRA-135 cover?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The MRA-135 covers Shortwave (HF), FM broadcast, VHF aviation, and UHF bands, making it suitable for HF amateur radio communication, FM broadcast reception, aviation band monitoring, and UHF two-way radio use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- production-packaging-notice --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Packaging Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. 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