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The NMO mount tends to be stronger and less difficult to "water proof" than alternatives such as SO-239. The UHF (SO-239) connector was not originally intended to be a direct to antenna connector or mobile application. Most NMO mounts use 3/4" mounting holes, but some manufacturers offer them in a 3/8" variation.The NMO mount tends to be stronger and less difficult to "water proof" than alternatives such as SO-239. The UHF (SO-239) connector was not originally intended to be a direct to antenna connector or mobile application. NMO, on the other hand, was designed for mobile application. If you unscrew the antenna on a police car you will see an NMO mount. Most NMO mounts use 3/4" mounting holes, but some manufacturers offer them in a 3/8" variation.