The Shakespeare 5250-AIS is a 36-inch low-profile AIS antenna designed for marine applications. This stainless steel whip antenna is engineered to meet the bandwidth requirements of various AIS transceivers. Its end-fed 1/2-wave design and 3dB gain are suitable for vessels requiring reliable AIS signal transmission and reception. The compact form factor aims to simplify installation on board where space may be a consideration. Construction features include a sealed, tin-plated copper wire coil and a chrome-plated brass canister, which helps to maintain tuning stability. The antenna comes with a 15-foot RG-58 cable and a PL-259 connector. It requires a mount that accommodates a center hole for cable passage. This product is intended for IT professionals and marine operators seeking a dedicated AIS antenna solution.
This antenna is specifically built for AIS transceivers and is designed to meet the broader bandwidth requirements of popular AIS transceivers.
The antenna includes a 36-inch stainless steel whip, a 15-foot RG-58 cable, and a PL-259 connector. A mount is required and sold separately.
The antenna requires a mount with a center hole to allow for the passage of the supplied 15-foot RG-58 cable.
The antenna features a 36-inch (3-foot) stainless steel whip.
5250-AIS - Shakespeare 36" Low-Profile AIS Stainless Steel Whip Antenna