I'd like to preface a statement here that I'm not into doing
banner ads on my site.
As you have noticed, over all the pages at Tactical-Link Systems, I
do not make
a practice of banner ads.
I feel they tend to be distracting from the main purpose of this
site, which is to
build a community of those that enjoy using tactical ruggedized and
milspec radio
equipment outdoors.
With that said, I do want to pass on some info on an excellent
internet site that is for the express purpose of providing mapping,
GPS-related materials, mapping software,
and accessories.
After surfing the net for several hours a few months ago, I found
that the site identified below is the best I've ever seen and has a
full range of products for land-navigation.
If you are in need of special map rulers, advanced models of
precision compasses
GPS receivers, and accessories, and especially mapping software to
use with
GPS receiving equipment, I cannot speak more highly of the freshmapstracks
internet site as a source for such material.
One weekend, I spent several hours trying to find a source for a
Garmin GPS-III+
and also some special map scales for use with both civilian and
military maps,
and this is the place, to visit. Please let Dave
Bentley know that I referred you.
Please also take some time to browse their product line. Consider
this a personal recommendation and not just an "ad" in the
typical sense:
Especially take the time to see their complete source of excellent
compasses
and map-rulers!!
Click on the banner to visit and explore their site!:
Be sure to address your orders to: David
Bentley, and let Dave know
that you were referred by Patricia Gibbons
of Tactical Link Systems...
David Bentley, Owner
Fresh Tracks Map Store
9380 S. Desert Willow Rd.
Highlands Ranch, Colorado 80129
Phone: 303.683.6063
Email: <dmbentley@FreshTracksMaps.com>
;
You can also fax orders to Dave at: 1-520-395-0351
Wire-Antenna Adaptor, MS542/B:
We have been asked to place the MS542/B antenna adaptor back in
production, as this item is difficult or impossible to find on the
surplus market.
The unit is machined from solid brass and is designed with
the same thread-pitch as the lower thread of the MS116 Mil-Std
antenna rod sections. These adaptors will thread into the AB15, MP65,
AB652, and other similar-series whip antenna bases which are commonly
found on tactical vehicles.
The advantage of this adaptor is that it will allow an efficient and
reliable connection
of a wire antenna to the whip-antenna base assembly.
The photos below are of this unit being used to connect a 50-foot
end-fed wire
antenna to a comm-shelter for use with the Motorola MICOM-2R HF
radio.
The wire antenna is tuned with the companion Motorola
Autocoupler.
The physical load of the antenna system is via a carabiner that is
attached to
the tie-down shackle on the corner of the S144 shelter.
See photo details below...
This adaptor will be available once orders are received
that will allow a production run of 20 units at one time,
at which time a production run will be made in our shop.
Price will be $20.00 ea + $2.50 shipping via
First-Class Postage to any CONUS address:
Note that the photo above is of a unit that is a slightly
lighter-duty version and was machined from solid copper.
The later production is heavier-duty than that shown and is
machined from solid brass..
As time allows, an updated photo of the newer design will
replace the photo above...
The adaptor is threaded at the top with a 10-32 thread
and is supplied with a knurled knob, washer, and lock-washer
that would grab a spade-lug that is attached to the down-lead
of the antenna wire.
Payment should be sent to:
Patricia Gibbons
10958 Mt. Hamilton Road
Mt. Hamilton, CA 95140-9701
Below is a detail of the carabiner attachment that is
supporting the 50-foot end-fed antenna wire:
