Name: Spiderbeam 12m HD Fiberglass Telescoping Mast
Brand: Spiderbeam

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Bands

Frequency	n/a (antenna support mast)
Power	A non-conducting fiberglass support mast. No RF of its own.
Modes	n/a
Weight	3.3 kg (7.3 lb) - 3.3 kg (7 lb); collapses to 1.19 m (3.9 ft).

Connectors

none	Support mast - antennas/wires attach mechanically
power req	None (passive support mast).

12 m (40 ft) extended, 12 telescoping segments Criss-cross multilayer fiberglass winding for high lateral/linear strength 55 mm base to an unusually strong 8 mm top (1.4 mm wall) UV-protected black fiberglass One person can raise it in minutes Can support small VHF/UHF yagis at ~9-10 m

Strengths

Strong reinforced winding; usable to the full 12 m thanks to a robust top; light and packable; a portable-antenna favorite.

Weaknesses

Needs guying at full height; fiberglass tips can split if overloaded; premium price vs kite poles.

Verdict

The benchmark heavy-duty fiberglass mast for field antennas - its reinforced winding makes 12 m usable where lighter poles flex or fail.

The Spiderbeam 12m HD is a heavy-duty telescoping fiberglass mast: 40 ft in twelve segments, 3.3 kg packed to under 1.2 m, with a criss-cross multilayer winding that keeps even the 8 mm top usable. One person can raise it in minutes, and at ~9-10 m it will carry a small VHF/UHF yagi.

For a lighter US kite pole compare the Jackite 31 ft; for ultralight SOTA use see the SOTAbeams Tactical 7000hds.