Shakespeare Squatty Body 3-Foot VHF Antenna
- UPC:
- 719441100155
- MPN:
- 5215-C-X
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- In Stock
- Shipping:
- $5.95 Flat Rate (Per Order)
Description
The Shakespeare Squatty Body VHF Antenna is a favorite with sailboat owners, a lightweight, low-profile, stainless steel antenna specially designed for masthead mounting. It is designed for sailors who need a compact, corrosion-resistant antenna at the top of the mast without excess weight aloft.
Hermetically sealed, tin-plated copper elements resist corrosion in the harsh masthead environment, delivered on an end-fed 1/2-wave stainless steel whip. The included 60 feet of RG-8/X low-loss cable with PL-259 connectors provides the extra length needed to reach from masthead to below-deck radio. Browse more options in our VHF radios and antennas category.
Key Features: 3dB gain, 36" height, end-fed 1/2-wave stainless steel whip, hermetically sealed tin-plated copper elements, includes 60 ft RG-8/X low-loss cable with PL-259 connectors, sold individually.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is this popular with sailboat owners? Its lightweight, low-profile stainless steel design is specially built for masthead mounting without adding excess weight aloft.
How long is the included cable? 60 feet of RG-8/X low-loss cable with PL-259 connectors, sized for the run from masthead to below-deck radio.
What gain does this antenna provide? 3dB.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number:
- 5215-C-X
- Gain:
- 3dB
- Height:
- 36"
- Design:
- End-Fed 1/2-Wave Stainless Steel Whip
- Construction:
- Hermetically Sealed, Tin-Plated Copper
- Cable:
- 60 ft RG-8/X Low-Loss with PL-259 Connectors
- Application:
- Masthead Mounting
- Weight:
- 4.2 lbs
Description
The Shakespeare Squatty Body VHF Antenna is a favorite with sailboat owners, a lightweight, low-profile, stainless steel antenna specially designed for masthead mounting. It is designed for sailors who need a compact, corrosion-resistant antenna at the top of the mast without excess weight aloft.
Hermetically sealed, tin-plated copper elements resist corrosion in the harsh masthead environment, delivered on an end-fed 1/2-wave stainless steel whip. The included 60 feet of RG-8/X low-loss cable with PL-259 connectors provides the extra length needed to reach from masthead to below-deck radio. Browse more options in our VHF radios and antennas category.
Key Features: 3dB gain, 36" height, end-fed 1/2-wave stainless steel whip, hermetically sealed tin-plated copper elements, includes 60 ft RG-8/X low-loss cable with PL-259 connectors, sold individually.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is this popular with sailboat owners? Its lightweight, low-profile stainless steel design is specially built for masthead mounting without adding excess weight aloft.
How long is the included cable? 60 feet of RG-8/X low-loss cable with PL-259 connectors, sized for the run from masthead to below-deck radio.
What gain does this antenna provide? 3dB.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number:
- 5215-C-X
- Gain:
- 3dB
- Height:
- 36"
- Design:
- End-Fed 1/2-Wave Stainless Steel Whip
- Construction:
- Hermetically Sealed, Tin-Plated Copper
- Cable:
- 60 ft RG-8/X Low-Loss with PL-259 Connectors
- Application:
- Masthead Mounting
- Weight:
- 4.2 lbs
Specifications
Manufacturer Part Number, Gain, Height, Design, Construction, Cable, Application, Weight,
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number:
- 5215-C-X
- Gain:
- 3dB
- Height:
- 36"
- Design:
- End-Fed 1/2-Wave Stainless Steel Whip
- Construction:
- Hermetically Sealed, Tin-Plated Copper
- Cable:
- 60 ft RG-8/X Low-Loss with PL-259 Connectors
- Application:
- Masthead Mounting
- Weight:
- 4.2 lbs
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