YouKits FG-01 Antenna Analyzer

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The Youkits FG-01 Antenna Analyzer is a portable, compact device designed for ham radio operators to easily analyze and tune HF antennas. Functioning as a 1-60MHz automatic analyzer, it measures antenna performance metrics like impedance and standing wave ratio (SWR). It features a small color display that provides detailed information, and its simple, button-based operation means users can quickly figure out how to use the device without needing a manual, making it an inexpensive yet functional tool for anyone who enjoys experimenting with wire and other types of antennas.

Yesterday, I received my new FG-01 antenna analyzer from YouKits. It came nicely packaged and quickly from the vendor, online in an eBay auction.

I had trouble at first because I did not read the eBay ad closely enough to understand that this unit needs 12 volts to run. I made the incorrect assumption that the supplied battery holder was for AA batteries – this is not true.

After contacting the vendor, he explained my mistake and even offered to send me some batteries free of charge. A very pleasant surprise. I recommend this vendor!

All I had to do was plug the unit into a 12-volt AC adapter, and it sprang to life. A small but beautiful color display is shown, and the device immediately begins reporting on the antenna attached. No manual comes with the antenna analyzer, but none is really needed. Play with the buttons and you’ll quickly figure it out. I’m going to have a lot of fun with this toy, as I love fidgeting with wire antennas and my Buddipole.

I recommend this inexpensive, yet functional antenna analyzer.

Features

  • The assembled unit is tested and ready to use.
  • Portable design, easy to carry
  • Comes with a 14500 battery holder
  • Optional 18650 battery pack
  • 1-60MHz automatic analyzer,
  • Easy operating
  • Color display with detailed information
  • Center freq step:1K,10K,100K, 1MHz
  • Scan width:10K-50Mhz in 12 steps
  • Size: H 9.8cm x W 5.8cm x D 3.8cm
  • Weight: 250g (380g with battery)
  • New Antenna impedance scan function!

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