5101 - Shakespeare 8' Classic VHF Antenna w/15' Cable

5101 8' Classic VHF Antenna with 15' Cable - Reduced Length Version

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A standard of excellence in an economical antenna! Shakespeare brings you the best of the high-end features in an 8' antenna with a brass element and a smooth, high gloss, polyurethane finish that wont turn yellow in the sun. This antenna delivers not only performance, but superb value.

Features:

• Brass and copper elements
• Chrome-plated brass ferrule with standard 1"-14 thread
• Includes 15' RG-58 cable and a PL-259 connector
• Suggested mount: Shakespeare Style 4187 Ratchet Mount, or use a Shakespeare Style 410-R Mounting Kit plus a Style 4008 Extension Mast to form a 16' antenna system
• One section
• Shakespeare Limited Warranty: 2 years

Technical Specifications:

• Frequency:    VHF Marine Band
• Bandwidth:    (within 2.0 1 SWR): 5 MHz
• SWR:    1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz
• Impedance:    (Ohms): 50
• Gain:    6 dB
• Max. Input (Watts):    50
• DC Ground:    YES - however, the antenna will read "open circuit" when tested with ohmeter.
• Termination:    15' RG-58 cable
• Height (feet):    8'
• Polarization:    Vertical
• Radiation pattern:    Omni - directional

The Shakespeare 5101 8' Classic VHF Antenna is designed for reliable VHF Marine Band communication. This antenna is suitable for businesses that require consistent radio performance in marine environments. It features brass and copper elements, an 8-foot height, and a high-gloss polyurethane finish engineered to resist yellowing. The antenna provides 6 dB of gain and operates within a 5 MHz bandwidth, with an SWR of 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz. It includes a 15-foot RG-58 cable terminated with a PL-259 connector, simplifying installation. The chrome-plated brass ferrule has a standard 1"-14 thread for mounting. This product addresses the need for a durable and functional VHF antenna solution for commercial marine applications, offering a balance of performance and value.