Quansheng TK11 T-Type Ferrite Rod Antenna | 0.153-18MHz HF/MW/SW Receiver for TK11(5)(8) | 3.5mm Jack Magnetic Bar Antenna

• Frequency Coverage: 0.153-18MHz full-band HF reception – ideal for Long Wave, Medium Wave, Shortwave, and HF amateur bands
• Optimized Reception: Peak performance at 0.153-1.799MHz for AM broadcast and MW DXing
• TK11 Dedicated Design: 3.5mm jack interface specifically designed for Quansheng TK11’s HF antenna port
• Directional Ferrite Core: T-type horizontal magnetic bar provides superior signal isolation compared to whip antennas
• Full Model Compatibility: Works with TK11, TK11(5), and TK11(8) variants
• Plug-and-Play: Instantly upgrades HF/MW/SW listening – essential for SSB/AM mode reception

 

 

Unlock the Full HF Potential of Your Quansheng TK11

The Quansheng TK11 series is a groundbreaking multi-band transceiver that supports not only VHF/UHF transmission but also wideband reception from 0.153MHz to 1.1GHz. However, to truly maximize its HF reception capabilities—especially for AM, SSB, and CW modes on frequencies below 30MHz—you need a specialized antenna designed for magnetic wave propagation.

Why Ferrite Rod Antennas Excel at HF Reception

Unlike standard whip antennas (optimized for VHF/UHF), ferrite rod antennas are engineered to capture the magnetic component of radio waves at lower frequencies. The TK11’s dedicated 3.5mm HF antenna jack (separate from the main SMA connector) allows you to connect this T-Type magnetic bar antenna for dramatically improved performance on:

• Long Wave (LW): 153-279kHz
• Medium Wave (MW/AM Broadcast): 530-1710kHz
• Short Wave (SW): 3-30MHz
• HF Amateur Bands: 10m, 20m, 40m, 80m, 160m

Technical Advantages of the T-Type Design

The horizontal orientation of the ferrite core provides:

• Directional nulling: Rotate the antenna to minimize interference or maximize desired signals
• Higher Q-factor: Better selectivity when listening to crowded broadcast bands
• Reduced local noise: Less susceptible to nearby electronic interference compared to vertical antennas

Seamless Integration with TK11 Hardware

According to technical teardowns, the TK11 features a dedicated HF reception circuit connected to its 3.5mm jack. This antenna is designed to work in tandem with the radio’s:

• AM/SSB/CW demodulation capabilities
• Spectrum analyzer for real-time band scanning
• 999-channel memory for storing favorite HF frequencies

Who Needs This Antenna?

• Shortwave Listeners (SWL): Monitor international broadcasters, utility stations, and time signals
• Ham Radio Operators: Receive HF amateur bands (even though TK11 transmits FM-only, it receives SSB/AM)
• DXers: Pull in weak distant stations on Medium Wave using the antenna’s directional properties
• Emergency Preparedness: Access emergency HF communication channels and NOAA weather broadcasts

Setup Instructions

1. Connect the 3.5mm plug to the TK11’s lower antenna jack (marked 0.15-18MHz)
2. Keep the main SMA antenna attached for VHF/UHF operation
3. Switch the radio to the appropriate frequency range and modulation mode (AM/SSB)
4. Rotate the T-bar to find the optimal signal direction

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