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Built around a 9:1 UNUN, integrated wire winder, and supplied antenna wire, the PT-101 is ideal for SOTA, POTA, camping, hiking, travel, field days, and other temporary operating setups where a small, quick-deploy HF antenna is required.
The antenna is supplied with approximately 29ft of 26AWG copper-clad steel wire with a smooth jacket to help reduce tangling during setup and pack-down. The random wire format gives flexible multiband HF operation when used with a suitable antenna tuner.
Key Features
- Compact portable end-fed random wire antenna
- PackTenna PT-101 model
- Built-in 9:1 UNUN matching transformer
- Integrated wire winder and matching unit
- Supplied with approximately 29ft of antenna wire
- 26AWG copper-clad steel wire construction
- Smooth wire jacket helps reduce tangling
- Designed for use with a suitable antenna tuner
- BNC feed connection
- Extra connection points for optional antenna elements or counterpoise wires
- Lightweight and easy to pack
- Ideal for SOTA, POTA, camping, hiking, travel, and field operation
- Suitable for portable HF stations and compact radio kits
Typical Uses
- Portable HF operation
- SOTA activations
- POTA activations
- Camping and hiking radio setups
- Travel antennas
- Temporary field stations
- Lightweight QRP and portable stations
- Operators wanting a compact multiband random wire antenna system
- Emergency or backup HF antenna kits
System Notes
The PT-101 is an end-fed random wire antenna using a 9:1 UNUN. It is designed for use with radios that have a suitable antenna tuner, or with an external wide-range antenna tuner.
Because this is a random wire antenna rather than a resonant end-fed half-wave antenna, an antenna tuner is required for operation.
For lower-power portable use, no additional ground or counterpoise is usually required, although adding a counterpoise may help improve matching and reduce common-mode current. An in-line RF choke is recommended when operating above typical QRP power levels or if RF feedback is encountered.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | PackTenna |
| Model | PT-101 |
| ML&S SKU | PAK-102 |
| Product type | Mini end-fed random wire antenna |
| Matching unit | 9:1 UNUN |
| Supplied wire length | Approx. 29ft |
| Wire type | 26AWG copper-clad steel |
| Feed connection | BNC |
| Tuner required | Yes |
| Typical use | Portable HF operation |
Important Note
This listing is for the PackTenna PT-101 Mini End-Fed Random Wire Antenna only.
Antenna tuner, coaxial cable, RF choke, mast, supports, guying kit, counterpoise wire, radio, and other accessories are not included unless stated otherwise.
An antenna tuner is required for operation.
Please ensure that the antenna is used only on frequencies, power levels, and modes for which you are licensed and authorised.
Shipping & Delivery
We offer UK and international delivery services, including next working day and selected weekend options for eligible orders. Available services, prices and estimated delivery times are displayed at checkout.
Delivery Information
Delivery options depend on the parcel's size, weight, contents and destination. Express and weekend services are subject to availability and cut-off times. Oversized or exceptionally heavy items may require a specialist delivery quotation.
Returns & Cancellations
To arrange a return, please contact ML&S or complete our returns form. You may also exercise your statutory right to cancel by email or another clear statement, without completing the form.
Changed Your Mind?
Under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, most purchases made online or by telephone can be cancelled within 14 days of receipt.
You must notify us of your cancellation within this period and return the goods within a further 14 days.
Please handle all goods with care. Returned items must be in a resaleable condition, complete with their original packaging, and all supplied accessories.
You may inspect goods as you would in a shop. Handling beyond what is necessary to inspect them may result in a lawful deduction for diminished value.
Exceptions
Modified Equipment & Reversal Charges
Additional return conditions may apply to equipment modified at the customer's request, including wideband transmit or receive modifications.
ML&S may charge a reasonable fee to reverse physical modifications and restore the equipment to its original factory specification. Any such charge will be agreed in advance and deducted from your refund.
Custom-Made Cable Assemblies
Coaxial cable assemblies manufactured to a customer's specifications are excluded from the 14-day return policy and are non-refundable unless faulty.
Software & Labour Charges
Labour and modification charges requested by the customer are non-refundable once the work has been completed.
Computer software may only be returned under the 14-day return policy if it remains sealed and unopened.
Return Postage Charges
Customers are responsible for the direct cost of returning unwanted or incorrectly ordered goods, where permitted by law. You may arrange your own suitable return postage or use one of our optional prepaid services.
Standard Parcels
Royal Mail Return Label
£5.95
Per parcel
For eligible standard-sized parcels, subject to Royal Mail restrictions. Free collection included.
Larger Parcels
DPD Return Label
£7.95
Per parcel
For larger or heavier parcels and any shipments with batteries.
Collection Service
DPD Collection
£25.00
Per parcel
Available upon request for eligible addresses, subject to availability.
Prepaid return charges will be confirmed before booking and deducted from your refund.
These prices apply to eligible UK mainland returns. Oversized items, specialist products and returns from other destinations may require a separate quotation. Estimated return costs will be disclosed before purchase.
Faulty or Incorrectly Supplied Goods
Return postage charges do not apply to faulty, damaged or incorrectly supplied goods returned under statutory rights. ML&S will arrange a free return in these circumstances.
Refunds
Refunds are processed without undue delay following receipt and inspection of returned goods, and no later than 14 days after we receive goods returned under statutory cancellation rights.
Refunds will be issued to the original payment method. Any prepaid return postage charges or lawful deductions for diminished value will be itemised.
Warranty Terms & Conditions
New Equipment Warranty
Minimum 2-Year Warranty
All new products supplied by ML&S carry a minimum two-year warranty against manufacturing defects, excluding batteries, which are covered by separate warranty terms.
Some manufacturers provide extended warranties, such as the three-year warranty available on eligible Yaesu equipment. Any additional coverage is subject to the manufacturer's terms and conditions.
Our workshop may assess and repair faulty equipment on site or refer it to the manufacturer or an authorised service centre where necessary.
Warranty exclusions may include batteries, normal wear and tear, accidental damage, misuse and unauthorised modifications, as specified in the applicable warranty terms.
All warranties are provided in addition to your statutory consumer rights against ML&S, which are not limited by the warranty period.
International Returns & Warranty
Unless otherwise stated, ML&S warranty servicing is carried out in the UK. International customers must contact us before returning goods to confirm shipping and customs requirements.
International customers are responsible for return postage unless the goods are faulty and ML&S has been notified within a reasonable time.
ML&S accepts no responsibility for additional charges resulting from incorrectly completed customs documentation. Any additional duties charged to ML&S as a result will be billed to the customer before return of the goods.
Need Help With a Return?
Our team can assist with returns, postage arrangements, modifications and warranty claims.
Nothing in these terms excludes or limits your statutory consumer rights.




