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WG3K > ANS 02.09.24 21:12l 48 Lines 2573 Bytes #166 (0) @ AMSAT
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Subj: Halibut Electronics Releases New EggNOGS Kit for Satellite A
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Halibut Electronics has announced the release of its latest product, the
EggNOGS kit, designed to facilitate the construction of Egg Beater
antennas. This kit is aimed at amateur radio enthusiasts and satellite
operators who wish to enhance their communication capabilities,
particularly with the SatNOGS network. Priced at $79.00, EggNOGS is
available for purchase through Halibut Electronicsâ€Ö website at
https://electronics.halibut.com/product/eggnogs/.
The EggNOGS kit is engineered to address the complexity of building Egg
Beater antennas, which are known for their use in satellite communications.
The kit includes a range of specialized components that are not typically
available at local hardware stores. These components feature a
band-specific phasing board that creates a 90-degree phase shift, a
critical element in the construction of effective quadrature-fed antennas.
*The parts kit. [Credit: Halibut Electronics]*
Currently, the EggNOGS kit supports several frequency bands: 137.5MHz,
145.9MHz, 388.0MHz, 401.0MHz, and 436.5MHz. However, due to high demand,
the kits for the 137.5MHz and 145.9MHz bands are temporarily out of stock
and are expected to be back in inventory by August 28th. Customers can
place back orders for these bands in the interim.
The EggNOGS kit is designed to be versatile, compatible with various types
of quadrature-fed antennas beyond just Egg Beaters. It can be used with
turnstiles, helicals, and other balanced VHF/UHF antennas. Additionally, it
works with any radio system, including low-power transmitters, making it a
flexible option for a range of communication needs.
*Antenna closeup [Credit: Halibut Electronics]*
The kit includes essential parts such as circuit boards for signal routing
and phasing, a common mode current choke, and stainless steel mounting
hardware. Builders will need to source additional materials, such as a
section of PVC pipe and materials for the aerial loops and ground plane,
from local hardware stores. The default feed point connector is SMA, but
there is an option to upgrade to BNC or Type-F connectors.
The EggNOGS kit is capable of handling moderate transmit power, with the
upper limit still being determined but expected to range between 15W and
50W. The kit is confirmed to handle up to 10W without issues. Halibut
Electronics invites feedback from users who may need phasing boards for
additional frequencies not currently offered, with the possibility of
expanding the product line based on customer demand.
[ANS thanks Halibut Electronics, for the above information]
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