Shakespeare 5‘ Marine VHF Antenna

Center-fed 1/2-wave coaxial sleeve

Outstanding, basic 3dB antenna designed to reduce signal fading in rough seas.  This is probably the most widely used antenna on Coast Guard vessels.

• Brass and copper elements
• Chrome-plated brass ferrule with standard 1″-14 thread
• Includes 15′ RG-58 cable and a PL-259 connector
• Suggested mount: Style 4187 Ratchet Mount
• One section

Technical Specifications:

• Frequency: VHF Marine band
• Bandwidth (within 2.0:1 SWR): 5 MHz
• SWR: 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz
• Impedance (Ohms): 50
• Gain: 3 dB
• Max. Input (Watts): 50
• DC Ground: NO
• Termination: 15′ RG-58 cable
• Height (feet): 5
• Polarization: Vertical
• Radiation pattern: Omni-directional

When indicated, PL-259 connector is included, but not attached to VHF antenna for ease of installation