A 430-440MHz PCB Dipole Antenna is a specialized antenna design etched directly onto a printed circuit board, optimized for the UHF band commonly used in amateur radio and some IoT applications. With a wavelength of about 69-70cm, the half-wave dipole length is approximately 34-35cm. PCB implementation allows for compact, cost-effective designs, often using meandering patterns to reduce overall size while maintaining electrical length. These antennas typically offer omnidirectional radiation patterns in the horizontal plane, making them suitable for mobile and portable devices. Key design considerations include substrate material selection, impedance matching, and minimizing effects from nearby components. The 430-440MHz range provides a good balance of range and antenna size, making it popular for various short to medium-range wireless communication applications.




