PL-259 / UHF Connector
HF amateur radio transceivers · CB radio antennas
Specifications
| Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Frequency Range | DC to 300 MHz (practical) |
| Max Power (1 GHz) | 500 W |
| Mating Cycles | 200 |
| Body Material | Nickel or silver-plated brass |
| Contact Material | Silver or tin-plated brass |
Applications
- →HF amateur radio transceivers
- →CB radio antennas
- →HF wire antenna feedpoints
- →Marine VHF (some older equipment)
Technical Notes
Misleadingly named "UHF" connector — designed in 1930s and does NOT perform well at UHF frequencies. High VSWR above 100 MHz due to varying impedance. Excellent for HF (1–30 MHz) high-power use. Avoid above 300 MHz. The SO-239 is the mating panel jack.
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