{"product_id":"firestik-kw3-smk","title":"Firestick KW3-SMK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFirestik KW3-SMK\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high performance 27MHz antenna with a length of \u003cstrong\u003e90 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e (3 ft) with a \u003cstrong\u003e3-way mounting bracket\u003c\/strong\u003e . This versatile bracket allows mounting to both vertical and horizontal transom arms, railings or flat surfaces. The KW3-SMK is available in three colors; black, red and white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The kit also includes a \u003cstrong\u003e5.5 meter\u003c\/strong\u003e (18 ft) high quality \u003cstrong\u003eRG-58A\/U Fire-Flex coaxial cable,\u003c\/strong\u003e complete with \u003cstrong\u003etwo screw-on PL-259 connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e . As an added bonus, the kit comes with a free stainless steel spring and a microphone holder.\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTrim-to-Tune antenna\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003ePrecision Tuning for Optimal Performance The Firestik KW Series is the original Firestik CB antenna dating back to 1975, before the tunable tip (antenna top) was invented. Despite the advent of easy to tune models, the Firestik KW Series remains popular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAdjusting a Trim-to-Tune antenna:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Remove the cap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Using a knife, make vertical cuts in the tube at the top of the antenna (about 1 - 1.5 cm long).\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Unfold the tube to expose the wire coil.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Cut a small piece off the end of the wire and push it back into place.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Replace the cap and measure the SWR value.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Repeat the process until the antenna is properly tuned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eImportant Advice from Firestik\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e1. Requires a metal base:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe Firestik KW3-SMK is a ground-plane dependent antenna and requires a metal base to function properly. Not suitable for vehicles with composite materials or insufficient metal. Can be used as a base antenna if a ground plane is created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e2. Correct installation for a good signal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Mounting brackets and antenna connectors must be properly grounded to the chassis. Powder coated, painted or anodized surfaces can be insulating and should be stripped down to bare metal when grounding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e All antennas, regardless of brand or type, must be tuned after installation. CB antennas are not plug-and-play devices and an incorrectly tuned antenna can damage your radio's transmitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Firestik","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":54857921921406,"sku":"FIRE KW3SMKB","price":97.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red","offer_id":54857921954174,"sku":"FIRE KW3SMKR","price":97.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"White","offer_id":54857921986942,"sku":"FIRE KW3SMKW","price":97.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/3052\/8953\/files\/Firestik_KW3-SMK-B_Zwart.jpg?v=1732734606","url":"https:\/\/www.deltron.nl\/en\/products\/firestik-kw3-smk","provider":"Deltron","version":"1.0","type":"link"}