{"product_id":"atu-16d-uhf-6-inch-antenna-for-vx-450-530-series","title":"ATU-16D UHF 6-inch Antenna for VX-450\/530 Series","description":"\u003ch2\u003eATU-16D UHF Antenna: like-for-like replacement for Vertex VX-450\/530 series portables\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUHF only · 6-inch length · Standard OEM-fit replacement · Vertex Standard · Fits VX-451\/454\/459 \u0026amp; EVX-531\/534\/539\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ATU-16D is the standard antenna that ships with the radio, so it installs as a direct, like-for-like replacement when your original is damaged, lost, or worn. It is a UHF-frequency-only antenna matched to Vertex VX-450 and VX-530 series portables. Browse more compatible parts in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.2wayradiosolutions.com\/collections\/motorola-accessories-1\"\u003eMotorola Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor operators running a Vertex VX-450 or VX-530 series UHF portable who need a no-guesswork replacement antenna that matches the factory unit. If you prefer the shorter, lower-profile option for the same band, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.2wayradiosolutions.com\/products\/atu-6ds-uhf-3-5-in-stubby-antenna\"\u003eATU-6DS UHF 3.5 in Stubby Antenna\u003c\/a\u003e is a UHF alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e the same standard antenna that ships with the radio, so it fits without adapters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUHF-matched:\u003c\/strong\u003e tuned to the UHF band for performance as intended on compatible radios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad VX\/EVX compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e covers VX-451, VX-454, VX-459, EVX-531, EVX-534, and EVX-539.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntrinsically Safe coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e listed compatible with the Intrinsically Safe models of those radios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertex Standard part:\u003c\/strong\u003e a like-for-like fit for an aging or damaged factory antenna.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eATU-16D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard replacement antenna\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFrequency band\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUHF only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCompatible radios\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVX-451, VX-454, VX-459, EVX-531, EVX-534, EVX-539, and their Intrinsically Safe models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVertex Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat radios is the ATU-16D antenna compatible with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ATU-16D is listed as compatible with the VX-451, VX-454, VX-459, EVX-531, EVX-534, and EVX-539, including their Intrinsically Safe models. If your specific radio is not listed, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e to confirm before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill a UHF antenna work on a VHF radio?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The ATU-16D is UHF-only and should be used with a UHF radio. A VHF radio requires a VHF-rated antenna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between UHF and VHF radio antennas?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUHF and VHF antennas are tuned to different frequency bands and are not interchangeable. The ATU-16D is the UHF version. If you are unsure which band your radio uses, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e and we will help you confirm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I replace the antenna on a Vertex VX-450?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ATU-16D is the standard antenna that ships with these radios, so it serves as a direct replacement on compatible VX-450\/530 series models. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e if you have questions about fitment for your unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What radios is the ATU-16D antenna compatible with?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The ATU-16D is listed as compatible with the VX-451, VX-454, VX-459, EVX-531, EVX-534, and EVX-539, including their Intrinsically Safe models. 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