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Shakespeare 5101 8' 6dB Classic VHF Antenna W/ 15' RG-58 Cable

Name: Shakespeare 5101 8' 6dB Classic VHF Antenna W/ 15' RG-58 Cable
Brand: Shakespeare
SKU: 25991372
Price: 100.98 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.3 (19 reviews)

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Key item features

Durable Construction: This 8-foot classic VHF antenna features robust brass and copper internal elements, encased in a smooth, high-gloss polyurethane finish engineered to prevent yellowing under sun exposure. It is a single-section, reduced-length design.
Enhanced Performance: Optimized for boats over 23 feet, this antenna provides a 6 dB gain operating within the VHF Marine Band. It features an omni-directional radiation pattern with vertical polarization and a 50-ohm impedance.
Integrated Cable: Supplied with a 15-foot RG-58 cable, pre-terminated with a PL-259 connector for convenient installation. The antenna supports a maximum input power of 50 watts.
Secure Ferrule: A chrome-plated brass ferrule with a standard 1"-14 thread ensures a secure and compatible attachment point for mounting.
Mounting Options: While mounts are not included, Shakespeare suggests using the Style 4187 Ratchet Mount or the 5187 Mount for proper installation.

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Specs

Antenna type, Multidirectional AntennasFrequency band type, VHFFreq range, 156 MHz -174 MHzBrand, ShakespeareSize, antenna band = vhf | cable length (feet) = 15'Color, White

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Product details

5101 8’ Classic VHF Antenna with 15' RG-58 Cable - White - 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 won't 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 2.01 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 an ohmmeter.
Termination: 15' RG-58 cable
Height (feet): 8'
Polarization: Vertical
Radiation pattern: Omni-directional

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Specifications

Antenna type

Multidirectional Antennas

Frequency band type

VHF

Freq range

156 MHz -174 MHz

Brand

Shakespeare

Warranty

Warranty information

2-Year

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