"Like everything Chameleon sells, this is an exceptionally well made, high quality, component. The only reason I gave it 3 stars instead of 5 is because the lower component should have two flats machined into it for a spanner wrench. The issue is that when you push down and twist the upper part to release it, the lower part wants to come unscrewed. For a permanent install, some Loctite or a lock washer would solve it but not for a temporary install. If I could put a cheap aluminum spanner wrench on the bottom to hold it in place while I push down and turn the top, that would be a very inexpensive and useful improvement."
— Nathan I. (3/5)
Quick Connect / Disconnect and Stable
"Makes connecting and disconnecting the antenna quick and easy. Stable connection and antenna does not move or sway due to the quick disconnect."
— Thomas G. (5/5)
Quick Release
"Practical, great machining, a bit tight trying to separate for old hands."
— Bryon B. (4/5)
Very durable for use with Mil Ext, Cap hat and Mil Whip
"I use this with my Mil Ext, Cap Hat, and Mil whip vertical. It makes it easy to get on after putting it together."
— Tyler S. (5/5)
quick Release
"Very useful but rugged"
— Warren M. (5/5)
Save time with set-up and take-down.
"Bought two--one for my CHA-25 whip BV vertical and one for the CHA-17 whip."
— Evan M. (5/5)
"Great quality product"
— Ed (5/5)
More than strong enough
"Very solid. This is just the regular and should support anything you would want. I cannot imagine the heavy duty version!"
— Dwight K. (5/5)
Handy!
"Speedsup assembly and take down."
— George N. (5/5)
very well done
"helps alot"
— Michael B. (5/5)
Q&A
QUICK RELEASE · Mounting & Support
A base, clamp, adapter, bracket, stake, or mount for a documented portable installation.
Why operators make room for it
CHA QUICK RELEASE: understand exactly where it fits in the station
CHA QUICK RELEASE solves a specific interface, service, or maintenance job in the station. Its value becomes clear when you can identify where it goes, what it connects to, and what remains required around it.
The Chameleon Antenna Quick Release allows you to easily install the Chameleon Antenna Mil 2. 0, Mil EXT2. 0 or Stainless Steel Whips Good portable mounting is not glamorous until the wind rises and the operator realizes the entire antenna depends on it.
CHA QUICK RELEASE solves a specific problem in a radio station or field kit. Confirm where it goes, what it connects to or supports, and what remains required so its immediate value is clear without mistaking an accessory for a complete antenna.
Choose it when its specific job removes a real point of friction from the station, and confirm what else is required before ordering. The best next step is always a verified compatible component or documented expansion—not a random accessory that merely looks related.
Quick product reference
Key Specifications
Product type
Mounting & Support
Primary role
A base, clamp, adapter, bracket, stake, or mount for a documented portable installation.
Confirm every thread, sleeve, adapter, clamp surface, and required fastener
Operator decision support
Plan the complete setup
See what this product is best suited for, what the documented setup needs, and the boundaries to confirm before deployment.
Best for
Good portable mounting is not glamorous until the wind rises and the operator realizes the entire antenna depends on it.
What else you need
Confirm the antenna load, leverage, wind area, adapter, sleeve, fastener, and guying requirements.
Compatible with
Confirm every thread, sleeve, adapter, clamp surface, and required fastener
Limitations
Verify leverage, wind area, adapters, fasteners, and guying
What an operator can do
Attach the mount to the approved surface, vehicle point, ground location, or support.
Confirm the antenna load, leverage, wind area, adapter, sleeve, fastener, and guying requirements.
Re-check stability and fastener tension after deployment and whenever weather or loading changes.
Compatibility: Physical fit does not by itself establish RF, power, environmental, or structural approval. Follow a documented completed-system configuration.
Complete product details
The Chameleon Antenna Quick Release allows you to easily install the Chameleon Antenna Mil 2.0, Mil EXT2.0 or Stainless Steel Whips
Stainless Steel
3/8-24 Thread
3 1/2" x 5/8"
Knurled Grip
Chrome Plated Brass
3/8-24 Thread
2 1/2" x 3/4"
Knurled Grip
Non-KnurledChrome Plated Brass
3/8-24 Thread
2 1/2" x 3/4"
Non- Knurled
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Documented next steps
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