The AM1 Antenna Mounting System is a versatile set of components which will allow you to mount whip-style vertical antennas to almost any surface while operating portable. It consists of a main AM1 mounting bracket which comes equipped with a BNC to BNC feedthrough, or an optional BNC to UHF feedthrough can be fitted for the larger whips. A 3/8″-24 stud adapter is also available. The AM1 is available with clamps of two different sizes:
The AM1-2 features a 2″ (50 mm) capacity clamp which is perfect for hiking or other ops where size and weight are paramount.
The AM1-6 features a 6″ (150 mm) capacity clamp allowing for a wider range of mounting opportunities, perfect for POTA or camping operations.
The components to change the AM1 from BNC to UHF and 3/8-24 are also available separately if a change is desired.
2″ (50 mm) AM1-2 Antenna Mounting System
P/N: PAE-AM1-2 Price: $59.90
Shipping Status: Immediate, In Stock
FEATURES:
Machined billet clamp has a 2″ (50 mm) range and high clamping pressure for secure mounting.
AM1 bracket machined from billet aluminum in the USA and Type III Hard Coat anodized for tough protection.
AM1 bracket can be rotated +/- 90° to grab horizontal or vertical surfaces.
Stainless steel thumbscrew for radial attachment features captive washer for no-fuss bare wire capture.
One piece BNC to BNC connector for many antennas like Elecraft AX1, AX2.
Gold BNC center contact for corrosion resistance.
Quality detachable 2″ (50 mm) range clamp.
Rubber-lined jaws give a tenacious grip on most surfaces.
Clamp can be rotated left or right 90° on AM1 bracket to clamp on horizontal or vertical supports. Optional lightweight tripod adapter.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Clamp range on round supports is 0.4″ to 2″ diameter.
Clamp range on flat supports is 0″ to 2″.
Clamp weight: 4.7 oz / 132 g.
AM1 bracket weight: 2.4 oz / 69 g.
The Pro Audio Engineering AM1-2 Portable Antenna Mount is versatile, small, light, and incredibly strong. It will grab and hold onto any object square or round up to 2″ thick. It is machined from 6061T-6511 billet aluminum and steel, anodized for protection. The versatile AM1 can be adjusted to tenaciously grab either horizontal or vertical surfaces. A ground thumbscrew is provided to connect radials. We are confident in this small antenna mount’s ability to stay put just about anywhere you mount it.
It is small and light, and we carry the AM1-2 and a 6′ BNC cable along with the KX2 and AX1 in our Elecraft CS-60 kit bag. If you are not satisfied with it’s performance, just return it undamaged for a full refund.
Clamp (left) and AM1 Bracket (right)
The AM1-2 comes supplied with a Clamp assembly and a CNC machined bracket with a pre-mounted BNC female to BNC female bulkhead adapter which is correct for antennas like the Elecraft AX1, AX2 and others.
The AM1-2 package easily rotates and locks to the left or right 90° to mount on vertical objects such as fence pickets or small trees.
6″ (152 mm) AM1-6 Antenna Mounting System
P/N: PAE-AM1-6 Price: $79.90
Shipping Status: Immediate, In Stock
For those who have the AM1 already and only need the 6″ clamp:
P/N: PAE-AM1-B6A Price: $39.90
Shipping Status: Immediate, In Stock
FEATURES:
Custom Bessey clamp has a 6″ (152 mm) range and high clamping pressure for secure mounting.
AM1 bracket machined from billet aluminum in the USA and Type III Hard Coat anodized for tough protection.
AM1 bracket can be rotated +/- 90° to grab horizontal or vertical surfaces.
Stainless steel thumbscrew for radial attachment features captive washer for no-fuss bare wire capture.
One piece BNC to BNC connector for many antennas like Elecraft AX1, AX2.
Gold BNC center contact for corrosion resistance. Optional SO-239 to BNC available.
Optional SO-239 to 3/8″-24 stud adapter.
High quality detachable 6″ (152 mm) range clamp.
Polymer-lined jaws give a tenacious grip on most surfaces.
Clamp can be rotated and locked left or right 90° on AM1 bracket to clamp on horizontal or vertical supports.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Clamp range on flat supports is 0″ to 6″ (152 mm).
Clamp weight: 1 lb. 4 oz (0.58 kg.)
AM1 bracket weight: 2.4 oz (69 g.)
The Pro Audio Engineering AM1-6 Portable Antenna Mount is versatile and incredibly strong. It will grab and hold onto any flat or square object up to 6″ (152 mm) thick. The AM1 bracket is machined from 6061T-6511 billet aluminum and stainless steel, anodized for protection. The versatile AM1 can be adjusted to tenaciously grab either horizontal or vertical surfaces. A ground thumbscrew is provided to connect radials. The custom Bessey clamp can develop up to 600 lbs. (272 kg) of force for no-slip mounting. We are confident in this antenna mount’s ability to stay put just about anywhere you mount it.
Perfect for camping or POTA operation, if you are not satisfied with it’s performance, just return it undamaged for a full refund.
The AM1-6 comes supplied with a Clamp assembly and a CNC machined bracket with a pre-mounted BNC female to BNC female bulkhead adapter which is correct for antennas like the Elecraft AX1, AX2 and others.
AM1 System Accessories
AT1 Tripod Adapter
(shown mounted on non-anodized AM1 for contrast)
P/N: AM1-TA Price: $18.90 Shipping Status: Immediate, In Stock
The AM1 Tripod Adapter allows the AM1 bracket assy. to be directly mounted to the 1/4″x 20 attachment atop most photographic tripods. It is machined from 6061 billet and Type III hard anodized for durability. A full 1/4″ thickness allows for full thread engagement for both the AM1 and tripod.
Tripod adapter weight: 0.65 oz. (9.2 g.)
BNC-RA to BNC Cables
P/N: 3 ft. BNC-RA to BNC Price: $10.90 Shipping Status: Immediate, In Stock
P/N: 6 ft. BNC-RA to BNC Price: $12.90 Shipping Status: Immediate, In Stock
P/N: 15 ft. BNC-RA to BNC Price: $16.90 Shipping Status: Immediate, In Stock
In order to connect the AM1 to your transceiver, we are offering these quality right-angle BNC to BNC cables. We have them manufactured here in the USA using premium low-loss RG-316 PTFE dielectric coax cable and connectors. The right-angle BNC is the correct and recommended connector for the rig end to reduce potential for damage to the rig’s BNC connector. If common-mode suppression is desired (always a good idea) check out our Fair-Rite mix 31 cores here. If you don’t know that you need common-mode choking, reading this paper is highly recommended.
SO-239-BNC Flange Mount Adapter Kit
P/N: SO-239-BNC FM Kit Price: $12.90 Shipping Status: Immediate, In Stock
An optional accessory is a BNC female to SO-239 flange mount adapter which mounts in place of the BNC to BNC supplied with the AM1. It comes with the correct #4-40×1/4″ SS screws and will attach to pre-tapped holes in the AM1 bracket.
3/8-24 Female Thread to PL-259 Adapter
P/N: 38-24-PL-259 Price: $18.90 Shipping Status: Immediate, In Stock
With the optional SO-239-BNC Flange Mount Kit installed, we also offer this PL-259 UHF male to 3/8″-24 stud adapter which will let you mount antennas like the Buddistick, Diamond monoband whips, Moonraker, MP1 Superantenna, or MFJ-16xx series.