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Brand: Shakespeare

Shakespeare 396-1-AIS 4 ft. Broadband VHF AIS Marine Antenna

Shakespeare 396-1-AIS 4 ft. Broadband VHF AIS Marine Antenna

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The Shakespeare 396-1-AIS is a 4-foot broadband VHF antenna specifically engineered to meet the bandwidth requirements of AIS transceivers. Featuring durable commercial-grade construction with a mast mounting sleeve, this one-section antenna provides reliable performance for maritime communication.

Key Features:

  • Designed for AIS transceiver frequency requirements
  • Brass and copper internal elements
  • Includes U-bolts for mast mounting; compatible with steel banding (not included)
  • SO-239 connector located at the base
  • Frequency: VHF Marine Band
  • Gain: 3dB
  • Max Input Power: 100 Watts
  • Impedance: 50 Ohms
  • SWR: 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz
  • Bandwidth within 2.0:1 SWR: 6.0 MHz
  • DC Ground: No (reads as open-circuit)
  • Radiation Pattern: Omni-directional; Polarization: Vertical
  • Coax cable is not included
  • Shakespeare Limited 2-year warranty

Product facts

CT SKU
CT-100259
Model / MPN
396-1-AIS
UPC / GTIN
719441170585
Package dimensions
3" X 3" X 55"
Package weight
3.0 lb
Specifications
Antenna Band = VHF\nColor = White\nConstruction = Fiberglass\nLength (Inches) = 48"

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