Also see IA Sales Co. of California
Overview
UTAC was a brand associated with CB radios and communications equipment marketed in the United States during the 1970s. The name appears on a range of CB transceivers distributed during the CB radio boom.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | UTAC |
| Associated Company | IA Sales Co. of California, Inc. |
| Industry | Communications electronics |
| Product Types | CB radios, accessories |
Description
UTAC-branded products include CB radios designed for consumer communication use. Equipment follows standard 1970s CB layouts with controls for channel selection, volume, and squelch, along with handheld microphones and metal chassis construction.
Models include crystal-controlled units and later designs reflecting developments in CB radio technology during the period.
History
UTAC was used as a brand name for CB radios distributed in the United States during the 1970s. The brand is associated with IA Sales Co. of California, Inc., which functioned as a distributor of communications equipment.
UTAC radios were part of the broader CB radio market expansion, with products sourced from external manufacturers and marketed under the UTAC name.
The brand became less common following the decline of CB radio popularity in the early 1980s.