Icom FA-SC72U Stubby Antenna Portable Radio Helical UHF 470 - 512 MHz

The Icom FA-SC72U is a UHF stubby helical antenna engineered for Icom portable two-way radios operating in the 470–512 MHz frequency band. Its compact helical construction makes it well-suited for field professionals who require a low-profile, snag-resistant antenna without sacrificing UHF coverage across the upper portion of the UHF land-mobile spectrum. The FA-SC72U is rated to IP54 for dust and water-splash resistance and meets MIL-STD-810F environmental standards, giving it the durability required for public safety, facilities management, hospitality, and industrial deployments. It serves as the factory-specified stubby antenna option across multiple IC-F series digital and analog platforms, providing a manufacturer-vetted upgrade or replacement that preserves full system compliance.

Key features & benefits

• 470–512 MHz UHF Coverage — Covers the upper UHF land-mobile band from 470 to 512 MHz, making it compatible with the high-split UHF frequency plans commonly used in commercial, industrial, and public-safety licensing segments across North America.
• Helical Stubby Form Factor — The wound-helical element is significantly shorter than a quarter-wave whip, reducing the risk of snagging on equipment or doorways while remaining mechanically robust — an important practical consideration for daily-carry professional radios.
• IP54 Environmental Rating — Rated IP54 for protection against dust ingress and water splash from any direction, ensuring reliable operation in outdoor, wet, or dusty work environments without compromising the antenna connection.
• MIL-STD-810F Certified — Tested and certified to MIL-STD-810F environmental standards, covering exposure to shock, vibration, temperature extremes, humidity, and other demanding conditions encountered in professional field use.
• Compact Design for Portable Transport — The stubby profile reduces overall radio height, improving comfort in holsters and belt clips and lowering the risk of physical damage during transit or while working in confined spaces.
• Broad IC-F Series Compatibility — Factory-listed as the approved stubby antenna option for a wide range of Icom IC-F series portable radios, ensuring correct electrical matching and regulatory compliance for the radio's type-accepted configuration.