GX8 Antenna Combiner vs MAT288 Antenna Combiner/Splitter
The GX8 Antenna Combiner costs about $1,000 more than the MAT288 Antenna Combiner/Splitter, and has 8 fewer I/O for it. It also costs you 1 more rack unit.
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GX8 Antenna Combiner| Spec | GX8 Antenna Combiner | MAT288 Antenna Combiner/Splitter |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 2U | 1U |
| Weight | 9.9 lbs | 4.0 lbs |
| Power draw | 20W | 15W |
| Depth | 300 mm | 240 mm |
| I/O count | 11 | 19 |
| Price | ~$4,995 | ~$3,995 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
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