U20572 Used Bird Electronics Ham-Mate Thruline Wattmeter Model 4362 140-180 MHz 250W

U20572 Used Bird Electronics Ham-Mate Thruline Wattmeter Model 4362 140-180 MHz 250W

This pre-owned Bird Electronic Ham-Mate Thruline Model 4362 RF wattmeter is in great overall condition, displaying general handling scuffs and surface marks on the molded black case and bottom plate consistent with bench and field service use. The large analog meter face is clean and easy to read through a clear viewing window, with the red indicator needle resting properly on zero. The front rotary function switch (RFL / FWD) and power range selector (Low 25W / High 250W / Off) operate smoothly. On the sides, the SO-239 RF coaxial connectors are tight with clean threads.

The Bird Model 4362 is a dedicated, self-contained VHF directional Thruline wattmeter designed specifically for amateur radio, land mobile, and commercial communications installations operating within the 140 to 180 MHz band. Unlike modular Bird 43 line sections requiring separate plug-in elements, the 4362 features an integrated internal dual-range directional coupler circuit calibrated directly for 2-meter ham radio and VHF high-band equipment. It features dual power ranges supporting measurements up to 25 Watts on Low scale and 250 Watts on High scale, along with instant front-panel toggling between Forward and Reflected power for effortless SWR calculations and antenna tuning. Built with Bird’s legendary moving-coil movement and robust RF shielding, the Ham-Mate 4362 provides proven laboratory accuracy in a convenient, portable desktop format.

Condition

• Cosmetic Condition: Great pre-owned condition overall, showing typical handling scuffs and light age-related surface marks across the black cabinet and bottom plate.

• Meter Face & Display: The front lens is clear, and the multi-scale wattmeter face is sharp, bright, and easy to read.

• Switches & Knobs: Rotary selector knobs for Forward/Reflected mode and Low/High/Off power ranges turn smoothly.

• Connectors & Hardware: Dual SO-239 UHF connectors (Antenna and Transmitter) feature clean dielectric and straight, intact threads.

Key Features

• Dedicated VHF Coverage: Calibrated for 140 to 180 MHz, covering the entire 2-meter amateur band (144–148 MHz) and VHF commercial/marine frequencies.

• Dual Power Ranges: Measures up to 250 Watts on the High scale and 25 Watts on the Low scale for precision low-power transceiver tuning.

• Integrated Thruline Coupler: Self-contained directional coupler design requires no external elements or slugs.

• Forward & Reflected Measurement: Front-panel rotary switch allows instant switching between Forward and Reflected power readings.

• Passive Operation: Operates entirely from line RF sample power without requiring external batteries or AC power.

• Made in the USA: Built with Bird Electronic Corporation's renowned precision engineering in Cleveland, Ohio.

What's Included

• Bird Electronics Ham-Mate Model 4362 VHF Thruline Wattmeter

Comes With Our 90-Day Warranty!

Serial Number: 4178

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