--- product_id: 245452081 title: "XRDS-RF UHF Lightning Arrestor PL-259 Lightning Surge Protector UHF Female to Female Coaxial Connector for CB Ham Two-Way Radio Base Antennas" brand: "xrds -rf" price: "€ 30.04" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Xrds Rf" url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/245452081-xrds-rf-uhf-lightning-arrestor-pl-259-lightning-surge-protector store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # Low RF loss <0.4dB Frequency range DC~500MHz Easy plug & play install XRDS-RF UHF Lightning Arrestor PL-259 Lightning Surge Protector UHF Female to Female Coaxial Connector for CB Ham Two-Way Radio Base Antennas **Brand:** xrds -rf **Price:** € 30.04 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Stay connected, stay protected — don’t let lightning kill your signal! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** XRDS-RF UHF Lightning Arrestor PL-259 Lightning Surge Protector UHF Female to Female Coaxial Connector for CB Ham Two-Way Radio Base Antennas by xrds -rf - **How much does it cost?** € 30.04 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/245452081-xrds-rf-uhf-lightning-arrestor-pl-259-lightning-surge-protector) ## Best For - xrds -rf enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted xrds -rf brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ultra-Low Signal Loss:** Maintain crystal-clear radio signals with less than 0.4dB insertion loss—because every decibel counts. - • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** Two UHF female connectors make installation effortless—get protected in minutes without hassle. - • **Broadband Lightning Defense:** Protect your gear across DC to 500MHz frequencies, ensuring uninterrupted communication during storms. - • **Premium Brass & Teflon Build:** Durable nickel-plated brass body with PTFE insulator for long-lasting, corrosion-resistant performance. - • **Surge Protection You Can Trust:** Safeguard your valuable radios and antennas from lightning strikes with a reliable gas discharge tube design. ## Overview The XRDS-RF UHF Lightning Arrestor is a high-quality, low-loss surge protector designed for UHF female coaxial connections. Operating from DC to 500MHz with less than 0.4dB insertion loss and VSWR under 1.2, it safeguards CB, Ham, and two-way radio antennas from damaging lightning surges. Built with nickel-plated brass and PTFE insulators, it offers durable, corrosion-resistant protection that’s easy to install inline with your coax cable. ## Description Description:XRDS -RF Coaxial PL259 Lightning Arrestor Surge Protector UHF Female to UHF Female 50 Ohm1. This lightning arrester uses gas discharge tube is designed to protecting connected equipment against transients and surges caused by lightning strikes.2. PL-259 arrester surge protector is suitable for applications where DC is carried through the coax cable. Both UHF connector ports can be installed in either orientation.3. Coaxial lightning surge Protector installs inline with Coax antenna cable of Ham Radios, CB and two way radio antennas. 📢: Please noted that this lightning surge protector is only for UHF connector coax cable.Specifications: Low loss: <0.4db Low VSWR: <1.2 Frequency Range: DC~500MHz Impedance: 50 ohm Gas Discharge Tube Voltage: 230V±20% Rated working voltage: 750V Contact resistance: Inner conductor ≤5mΩ; Outer conductor ≤5mΩ Insulation resistance: ≥5000MΩ Dielectrics voltage resistance: 2000V Connector Types: UHF-Female to UHF-FemalePackage Include:1 x UHF female to female lightning arrestor Review: Seems good - Product looks well built and has some heft to it. The connectors are good and tight. Seems like it should work well. Kinda hard to say it works well unless you actually get a lightning strike. None of my radios have gotten fried so there's that. Review: Very easy to install works excellent. - Very easy to install works excellent. ## Features - ⚡Low Loss Low Vswr - 50 Ohm Coaxial Lightning Arrester UHF Type Female to Female, Low RF insertion loss less than 0.4dB. VSWR less than 1.2. Reliable Frequency-Band Performance from DC~500MHz. - ⚡High Quality Construction - The UHF lighting surge protector has good quality constructions. Body: brass nickel plated; Inner conductor: brass; Insulator: Teflon(PTFE); Coating: nickel electroplating. - ⚡ Easy to Install - This PL259 lightning arrestor with UHF-female Connectors in two side and it is easily to install with coax cable. - ⚡Protection - Requires additional ground cable. Protect your equipment from dangerous lightning strikes or electrical surges by installing the lightning arrestor between the amplifier and the outdoor antenna. - ⚡Application - A great UHF lightning protection solution for Ham radio, CB Radio, 2-Way Base Stations and other lower frequency Antenna. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08J81CJNF | | Amperage | 50 Amps | | Best Sellers Rank | #27,018 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #197 in Surge Protectors | | Brand | XRDS -RF | | Color | Silver | | Compatible Devices | Radio | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (231) | | Enclosure Material | Brass | | Manufacturer | XRDS -RF | | Maximum Current | 50 Amps | | Mfr Part Number | XRDS-L-A-UHF | | Model Number | Lightning Arrester-UHF | | Number of Outlets | 2 | | Number of Ports | 2 | | Other Special Features of the Product | Surge Protection | | Plug Type | Type B | | Power Plug Type | Type A - 2 pin (North American) | | Recommended Uses For Product | Apartment, Hotel, Office, Restaurant, TV | | Shape | Rectangle | | Voltage | 230 Volts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** XRDS -RF - **Color:** Silver - **Special Feature:** Surge Protection - **Total Power Outlets:** 2 - **Voltage:** 230 Volts ## Images ![XRDS-RF UHF Lightning Arrestor PL-259 Lightning Surge Protector UHF Female to Female Coaxial Connector for CB Ham Two-Way Radio Base Antennas - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51XRbbhCTBL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Seems good *by B***E on February 27, 2024* Product looks well built and has some heft to it. The connectors are good and tight. Seems like it should work well. Kinda hard to say it works well unless you actually get a lightning strike. None of my radios have gotten fried so there's that. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very easy to install works excellent. *by T***I on March 28, 2026* Very easy to install works excellent. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ perfect product for what I needed. *by W***T on December 22, 2024* perfect product for what I needed. ## Frequently Bought Together - XRDS-RF UHF Lightning Arrestor PL-259 Lightning Surge Protector UHF Female to Female Coaxial Connector for CB Ham Two-Way Radio Base Antennas - MOOKEERF 50ft KMR400 PL259 Male to Male Coaxial Cable - Low Loss UHF Cable for HAM Radio, VHF Radio, SWR Meter, Antenna Analyzer - MOOKEERF RG8x Jumper Cable (3ft, 2 Pack) UHF PL259 Male to Male Low Loss CB Antenna Cable (50 Ohm) for CB, HAM, VHF Radio & Analyzer --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/245452081-xrds-rf-uhf-lightning-arrestor-pl-259-lightning-surge-protector](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/245452081-xrds-rf-uhf-lightning-arrestor-pl-259-lightning-surge-protector) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*