The GME FME to PL259 Adaptor steps in when your antenna lead ends in FME and the radio body only takes PL259, keeping the setup tidy on installs where space behind the dash is under 50 mm. This little bit of gear suits UHF radios running standard 50 ohm coax and helps you tackle new head unit installs without cutting into existing cables that might run more than 2 m through the vehicle.

The adaptor uses a metal shell with a PL259 pin sized for common mobile sets running up to around 5 W, which is what most Aussie UHF rigs push out on the highway. GME has been turning out radio accessories for over 60 years, so this connector lines up with the usual FME and PL259 standards you see across touring gear. It comes as a single adaptor that mates straight onto existing radio and antenna hardware.

• GME FME to PL259 radio adaptor
• Standard FME male connection on one end
• Standard PL259 plug body on the other end
• Suits radio accessory and UHF installations
• Helps connect FME-terminated coax to PL259 radios
• Compact single-piece adaptor with metal shell
• Ideal where cable and radio connectors differ
• Part number AD503 for straightforward reference
• Sold as adaptor only with no extra hardware
• Suitable for mobile communication setups in vehicles

Q: Can this adaptor be used with any UHF radio that has a PL259 antenna socket?

Yes, it can be used with radios that accept a standard PL259 plug. The key is that the radio antenna port must be a PL259-compatible socket. Your existing cable also needs a standard FME end for this adaptor to mate correctly. If both ends match these common radio standards, the adaptor will sit in-line without needing extra fittings.

Q: Does the adaptor need any special tools to install?

No, you generally only need your hands to screw it on. The FME end pushes straight onto the existing FME cable connector. The PL259 end threads onto the radio’s antenna port like a normal plug. A small spanner can help nip it up if space is tight, but heavy force is not required.

Q: Is this adaptor suitable for vehicle installations that see a lot of vibration?

Yes, it is suitable when fitted correctly and tightened. The threaded PL259 connection is widely used in mobile UHF setups that see corrugations and rough tracks. Keeping the cable supported near the adaptor reduces strain. Checking the connection during routine radio or antenna inspections is still good practice.

Q: Can I use more than one adaptor in the same antenna line?

You can, but it is better to minimise adaptors. Each extra junction introduces another mechanical join in the coax run. In most everyday touring setups one adaptor in the line will not be an issue. If your run already has several joins, consider replacing sections of coax to keep the system simpler and tidier.

• Suits radio and antenna setups that require conversion from an FME male cable end to a PL259 male connector
• Compatible with communication and UHF radio installations that use standard FME and PL259 terminations
• Installation requires matching to existing cable and radio sockets with FME and PL259 interfaces
• No additional brackets or mounting hardware supplied in the box