Amateur Radio Bands
160m
1.8–2.0 MHz
Commonly used for night-time DX during winter months.
80m
3.5–4.0 MHz
Widely favored for night-time regional communication and nets.
40m
7.0–7.3 MHz
Known for reliable day and night communication and DX opportunities.
30m
10.1–10.15 MHz
Primarily used for digital modes and effective for DX communication.
20m
14.0–14.35 MHz
Popular for long-distance daytime communication.
17m
18.068–18.168 MHz
Offers less crowded conditions, excellent for DX during the day.
15m
21.0–21.45 MHz
Effective for daytime communication, especially with increased solar activity.
12m
24.89–24.99 MHz
Used for DX during periods of high solar activity.
10m
28.0–29.7 MHz
Highly active during daylight when solar conditions are favorable.
6m
50.0–54.0 MHz
Known as the 'magic band,' excellent during sporadic-E propagation.
2m
144.0–148.0 MHz
Commonly used for local communication, repeaters, and contests.
1.25m
222.0–225.0 MHz
Underutilized but offers great performance for local contacts.
70cm
420.0–450.0 MHz
Effective for local communication and satellite operation.