{"product_id":"shakespeare-396-1-5-vhf-marine-antenna-with-15-rg-58-cable-and-chrome-plated-ferrule","title":"Shakespeare 396-1 5' VHF Marine Antenna with 15' RG-58 Cable and Chrome-Plated Ferrule","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle 396-1 VHF 3dB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCenter-fed 1\/2-wave coaxial sleeve\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOutstanding, basic 3dB antenna designed to reduce signal fading in rough seas. This is probably the most widely used antenna on Coast Guard vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass and copper elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome-plated brass ferrule with standard 1-14 thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes 15' RG-58 cable and a PL-259 connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuggested mount: Style 4187 Ratchet Mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"2\" class=\"linetext\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"25%\"\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"64%\"\u003eVHF Marine band\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBandwidth:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e(within 2.0:1 SWR): 5 MHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSWR:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e(Ohms): 50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGain:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Input (Watts):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC Ground:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTermination:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15' RG-58 cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight (feet):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolarization:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVertical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadiation pattern:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmni-directional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e \u003c!--- cis2:m2lumZRk ---\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shakespeare 396-1 VHF Marine Antenna is a reliable 5-foot, center-fed 1\/2-wave coaxial sleeve antenna designed to deliver consistent performance in demanding maritime environments. Built with brass and copper elements, this antenna offers durability and excellent signal reception, making it a popular choice among Coast Guard vessels and commercial maritime operations. Its 3dB gain ensures enhanced communication clarity, especially in rough seas where signal fading can be problematic. The chrome-plated brass ferrule features a standard 1-14 thread for secure mounting, and the antenna includes a 15-foot RG-58 coaxial cable with a PL-259 connector for straightforward installation and connection to your radio equipment. Its omni-directional radiation pattern provides broad coverage, making it ideal for a variety of vessel sizes and configurations. The antenna operates efficiently within the VHF marine band with a bandwidth of approximately 5 MHz within a 2:1 SWR ratio, and maintains an impedance of 50 ohms for optimal signal transfer. With a maximum input power of 50 watts, it suits most marine communication needs. The 396-1 is designed for vertical polarization, ensuring reliable transmission and reception across the deck and mast areas. Its compact height of around 5 feet makes it suitable for installation on various vessel types, especially when paired with the recommended Style 4187 ratchet mount. Overall, the Shakespeare 396-1 VHF Marine Antenna offers exceptional durability, easy installation, and reliable performance for marine communication systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eCenter-fed 1\/2-wave coaxial sleeve design for reliable VHF communication\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eConstructed with brass and copper elements for durability\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eChrome-plated brass ferrule with standard 1-14 thread for secure mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eIncludes 15-foot RG-58 coaxial cable and PL-259 connector for easy setup\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOmni-directional radiation pattern providing broad signal coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOperates within the VHF marine band with 3 dB gain\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaximum input power of 50 watts suitable for most marine radios\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eVertical polarization for consistent signal transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eCompact 5-foot height ideal for vessel installation\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesigned to reduce signal fading in rough seas and adverse conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shakespeare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44529649942570,"sku":"10597","price":157.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/2285\/8794\/files\/10597XL.jpg?v=1783077542","url":"https:\/\/atticusgoods.com\/products\/shakespeare-396-1-5-vhf-marine-antenna-with-15-rg-58-cable-and-chrome-plated-ferrule","provider":"Atticus Goods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}