5206-N - Shakespeare 8 VHF Antenna

Shakespeare Style 5206-N VHF Marine - Reduced Length Version

8' LENGTH 6dB

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Same as the Style 5206-C, but the 5206-N has a nylon ferrule.

An economical and lightweight, self-supporting antenna for good communications where range is not the predominant factor.

• Quality copper cable elements for good range and efficiency
• Nylon ferrule with standard 1"-14 thread
• Includes 15' RG-58 cable and a PL-259 connector
• Suggested mount: Shakespeare Style 495 Lift-n-Lay Mount or Style 4186 Ratchet Mount
• Twin to: Shakespeare Styles 5205 and 5207 CB Marine antennas
• One section
• Shakespeare Limited Warranty: 2 years

Technical Specifications:

Frequency:VHF Marine bandBandwidth:3 MHzSWR:1.5:1 @156.8 MHzImpedance:(Ohms): 50Gain:6 dBMax Input (Watts):50DC Ground:NO - the antenna will read "open circuit" when checked with an ohm meter or continuity tester.Termination:RG-58Height (feet):8Polarization:VerticalRadiation pattern:Omni-directional

The Shakespeare 5206-N 8 VHF Antenna is an 8-foot, 6dB gain antenna designed for VHF Marine band communication. This reduced-length, self-supporting antenna is suitable for applications where consistent communication is required, but extended range is not the primary concern. It features quality copper cable elements for efficiency and includes a nylon ferrule with a standard 1"-14 thread for mounting. The antenna comes with 15 feet of RG-58 cable and a PL-259 connector, facilitating installation. With a 50 Ohm impedance and a maximum input of 50 Watts, this omni-directional antenna provides reliable vertical polarization. It addresses the need for an economical and lightweight VHF marine antenna solution.