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Shakespeare 396-1-AIS Broadband VHF for AIS System
Shakespeare 396-1-AIS Broadband VHF for AIS System
SKU:OM-SHAKESPEARE-3961AIS-3961AIS
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Overview
The Shakespeare 396-1-AIS is a 4' broadband VHF antenna designed for AIS systems. It is built for the broader bandwidth requirements of popular AIS transceivers and includes a mast mounting sleeve.
This one-section antenna uses commercial-grade construction with brass and copper elements. It has an SO-239 connector at the base, includes U-bolts for mounting, and may also be strapped to a larger mast with steel banding that is not supplied.
- Model: Shakespeare Style 396-1-AIS
- Product type: Broadband VHF marine AIS antenna
- Length: 4'
- Gain: 3dB
- Mounting: Mast mount sleeve with U-bolts included
- Optional mounting method: Steel banding to a larger mast, not supplied
- Construction: Commercial-grade with brass and copper elements
- Sections: One section
- Connector: SO-239 at bottom/base of antenna
- Coax cable: Sold separately
- Frequency: VHF Marine Band
- Bandwidth within 2.0:1 SWR: 6.0 MHz
- SWR: 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz
- Impedance: 50 Ohms
- Maximum input: 100 Watts
- DC ground: No; will read open-circuit with ohmmeter test
- Polarization: Vertical
- Radiation pattern: Omni-directional
- Warranty: Shakespeare limited warranty, 2 years
Specifications
| Antenna Band | VHF |
|---|---|
| Color | White |
| Construction | Fiberglass |
| Length (Inches) | 48" |
| Brand | Shakespeare |
| Manufacturer part # | 396-1-AIS |
| UPC | 719441170585 |
| Boxed dimensions | 55 x 3 x 3 in |
| Shipping weight | 3.0 lb |
| Country of origin | CHINA |
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