Enkeltbåndantenn

Enkeltbåndantenn refers to a single-band antenna, an antenna designed to operate efficiently on only one specific frequency band. This is in contrast to multiband antennas, which are designed to work across multiple frequency ranges. The design of an enkeltbåndantenn is optimized for a particular frequency, leading to potentially better performance, such as higher gain and a narrower radiation pattern, compared to a multiband antenna operating on the same frequency.

The construction of an enkeltbåndantenn is typically simpler than that of a multiband antenna. It often involves a single element or a set of elements tuned precisely to resonate at the desired frequency. Common examples include a dipole antenna cut for a specific ham radio band or a Yagi-Uda antenna designed for a particular TV broadcast frequency. The physical length of the antenna elements is directly related to the wavelength of the operating frequency.

While offering optimized performance on its designated band, an enkeltbåndantenn is unsuitable for transmitting or receiving signals outside of its operating range. This limitation makes them a choice when a specific frequency or band is the primary focus, and the complexity or compromises of a multiband antenna are to be avoided. For amateur radio operators or specific broadcasting applications where a single band is crucial, the enkeltbåndantenn provides a straightforward and effective solution.