M2 Antenna Systems 432-15WL Upgrade Manual
M2 Antenna Systems, Inc. 4402 N. Selland Ave. Fresno, CA 93722
Tel: (559) 432-8873 Fax: (559) 432-3059 Web: www.m2inc.com
©2015 M2 Antenna Systems Incorporated
09/22/15
Rev.00
Model ......................................... 432-15WL
Frequency Range ....................... 430 To 436 MHz
*Gain .......................................... 21.5 dBi
Front to back .............................. 22 dB Typical
Beamwidth ............................... E=15° H=16°
Feed type ................................... Folded Dipole
Feed Impedance. ....................... 50 Ohms Unbalanced
Maximum VSWR ........................ 1.2:1 Typical
Input Connector .......................... “N” Female
Power Handling .......................... 1 kW
Boom Length / Dia ...................... 416” / 1.5,1.25,1.0 &.75”
Maximum Element Length .......... 13-5/8”
Turning Radius: .......................... 19’
Stacking Distance ....................... 96” High & 96” Wide
Mast Size .................................... 1-1/2” to 2” Nom.
Wind area / Survival ................... 2.8 Sq. Ft. / 100 MPH
Weight / Ship Wt. ........................ 13Lbs. / 14 Lbs.
M2 Antenna Systems, Inc.
Model No: 432-15WL
FEATURES:
The 432-15WL uses the 432-23WLA as it’s starting point. This allows ‘13WLA owners to easily upgrade to the
new ‘15WL by changing the element set and adding a new boom tip section . The 432-15WL produces over 25.3 dBd
gain in a four Yagi array, its also an excellent stand alone antenna with flatter match and broader bandwidth..
The driven element is a modified and adjustable folded dipole. Its heart is a unique machined aluminum Driven Element
Module. All three connectors on the module are threaded in and feature 'O' ring seals. Internal connections are encapsu-
lated in a space age silicone gel with nearly 4 times the dielectric strength of air. Each parasitic element is a solid 3/16"
rod, mounted through the boom on a UV stabilized, black polyethylene button insulator and locked in place with stainless
steel shaft retainers.
The 432-15WL is available as an ADD ON KIT or as a new standalone antenna. It has been designed for outstanding
performance and long term electrical and mechanical integrity.
SPECIFICATIONS:
*Subtract 2.14 from dBi for dBd