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Old 10-23-2007, 10:18 AM   #1
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Can CB antennas be used as cell phone antennas also?
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Old 10-23-2007, 10:27 AM   #3
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Antennas are tuned for specific frequency by length and load coil if present. A improperly tuned antenna can ruin an amplifier. Only use an antenna designed specifically for your purpose.
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You could use an antenna tuner (or matching circuit) to get the antenna load to match the cell phone. I do not know of anyone that makes one that would fit and work with a cell phone. Some of the ingenious type hams might be able to put one together.

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Wouldn't it just be cheaper to spend 40 bucks on the right antenna?
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