CHA CFM-16 — Portable Carbon Fiber Masts

Lightweight. Stealthy. Self-Supporting. Built for the Field.

When there are no trees to hang your wire antenna—or when regulations prevent it—the CHA CFM-34 and CHA CFM-16 Carbon Fiber Masts from Chameleon Antenna deliver the perfect portable solution. Designed for rugged performance and maximum convenience, these self-supporting telescopic masts require no guying, making deployment fast and effortless.

Key Features

• Self-Supporting Design: No guying required—ideal for rapid setup in field conditions.
• 3/8-24 Base Stud: Compatible with all Chameleon Antenna mounts, including the CHA SPIKE MOUNT and CHA UCM.
• Ultra-Lightweight & Compact: Collapses to a small size for easy transport and storage.
• Carbon Fiber Construction: Durable, corrosion-resistant, and finished in Stealth Black for low visibility operations.
• Versatile Applications: Perfect for Parks on the Air (POTA), Summits on the Air (SOTA), EMCOMM, backpacking, camping, biking, and RVing.

Specifications

CHA CFM-16

• Weight Limit: 1 lb
• Extended Length: 16 ft 5 in
• Collapsed Length: 17 in
• Sections: 14
• Weight: 18.9 oz
• Base Diameter: 1 5/16 in
• Tip Diameter: 7/32 in
• Base: 3/8-24 Stud
• Color: Stealth Black

CHA CFM – Initial Maintenance & Important Information

Recommended Maintenance for New Masts

When you receive your new CHA CFM (Carbon Fiber Mast), we recommend applying a light coat of WD-40 to a clean cloth and wiping down each mast section before the first deployment.

This will remove any residual manufacturing powder and help the sections nest more smoothly.

If you experience resistance when collapsing the mast, gently twist each section while applying light downward pressure.

This twisting action helps break up the initial friction and allows the elements to collapse properly.