GME AE220W White Fibreglass Base-Loaded Helical Replacement Whip for AE220 A genuine white fibreglass base-loaded helical replacement whip from GME, the AE220W is designed as a replacement whip element for the GME AE220 antenna system, built to handle Australia's harsh outdoor conditions. Whip only, sold individually. Product overview The GME AE220W is a white fibreglass base-loaded helical whip designed as a replacement for the GME AE220 antenna system. The W suffix denotes the white colour variant. Constructed from fibreglass with a helical coil-wound internal element, the AE220W is built to handle Australia's harsh outdoor conditions. The whip is the replaceable element and attaches to the AE220 base assembly. The base, cable, and radio are not included. Features and benefits Replacement whip for the GME AE220: A genuine GME replacement for the whip element of the AE220 antenna system. White fibreglass construction: Fibreglass is lightweight, durable, and resistant to corrosion and UV degradation, suited to long-term outdoor use in harsh Australian conditions. Base-loaded helical element: The loading coil is wound in a helical pattern at the base, achieving 27MHz resonance at a practical physical length. White (W) colour variant: Suited to white vessels, vehicle bodies, or installations where a white antenna blends with the surroundings. Whip only: The AE220 base, cable, and radio are not included. Technical specs Specification Detail SKU AE220W Brand GME Type 27MHz CB Replacement Antenna Whip Style Fibreglass Base-Loaded Helical Colour White Compatible With GME AE220 Antenna System Includes Whip Only Compatible with The AE220W is compatible with the GME AE220 antenna system base as a replacement for the whip element only. Suits 27MHz CB radios. Confirm your specific AE220 variant accepts the AE220W replacement whip before purchasing. Frequently asked questions What is the GME AE220 antenna system?The AE220 is a GME 27MHz CB antenna system consisting of a base assembly and a whip element. The AE220W is a replacement for the whip element when it is damaged or worn, allowing the base assembly and cable to be retained. Confirm with us that your specific AE220 variant accepts the AE220W replacement whip. What is a fibreglass base-loaded helical whip?Fibreglass is the outer casing material, lightweight, UV-resistant, and corrosion-proof. Base-loaded means the loading coil, which electrically lengthens the antenna to resonate at 27MHz, is located at the base of the whip. Helical means the wire element inside the antenna is wound in a helical coil or spring pattern rather than running as a straight wire, a common construction method for compact loaded antennas. What does the W suffix mean in AE220W?W denotes white. The AE220W is the white colour variant of the AE220 replacement whip. A different colour variant such as black may also be available in the AE220 range. Contact us to confirm. Is a black version of the AE220 replacement whip available?A black or other colour variant of the AE220 replacement whip may be available in GME's range. The AE220W is specifically the white version. Contact us to confirm other colour availability. Does the AE220W include a base or cable?No. The AE220W is a whip only. The AE220 base assembly, cable, and radio are not included and are retained from the original AE220 installation or purchased separately.
