This antenna is one of my communications-equipment purchases. My roof diary records the broader work of arranging equipment, mounts and cable routes together on the limited roof area.
I bought TWAYRDIO NMO Dual-Band Antenna as part of my camper van equipment.
This antenna is one of my communications-equipment purchases. My roof diary records the broader work of arranging equipment, mounts and cable routes together on the limited roof area.
Where it fits my build
On Day 95 I moved the Flatline rack cross beams to suit the solar-panel length, then added 2020 extrusion above the existing rack extrusion. I brought two solar panels onto the roof to work through the fit.
That same session included junction-box assembly, cable glands and routing power and Ethernet cables. The physical layout of the rack and the cable routes developed together.
Lights, cables and tools laid out during my roof work.Rack extrusion and mounting hardware during the fitting stage.
My build notes
The roof session took twelve hours, and fitting the panels was only one part of it. Cutting extrusion, positioning brackets and organizing the cables all used the same limited working area.
My useful takeaway from that day is the value of laying out the real parts before settling their positions. Moving a cross beam and checking the panel fit gave me a concrete reference for the next stage.
I worked through panel position, rack spacing and cable routes together on the roof.
Alternative products
Two alternatives to compare
The Bingfu alternative uses a PL259 connector format. The Tram 1180 retains an NMO connection, making the antenna's mounting interface a central distinction in the comparison.
Bingfu PL259 Dual-Band Antenna
This Bingfu mobile antenna covers VHF and UHF radio bands. Its PL259 connection differs from an NMO antenna base.
