Shakespeare - AIS 5215-AIS 36" Squatty Body & Antenna for Sailboats
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Shakespeare Squatty Body® Style 5215-AIS: Elevate Your AIS Performance
Introducing the Shakespeare Squatty Body® Style 5215-AIS, a 3ft. (0.9m) VHF Marine Band antenna tailored for sailboat owners seeking exceptional AIS performance. This specially designed antenna is the perfect masthead-mount solution, providing a lightweight and low-profile stainless steel whip with extended bandwidth to cater to all popular AIS transceivers.
Product Highlights:
- Sealed, tin-plated copper wire coil for enhanced durability
- Specifically designed for AIS transceivers
- SO-239 connector for easy setup
- Stainless steel L-shaped bracket supplied for secure mounting
- One section design for effortless installation
- Ideal for AIS applications, especially sailboats
Description:
Sailboat owners rejoice! The Shakespeare Squatty Body® Style 5215-AIS is the embodiment of excellence, boasting the same beloved features as the classic Style 5215, but with added capabilities to cater to AIS needs. Crafted from high-quality stainless steel, this antenna is built to withstand the harsh marine environment while maintaining a sleek, low-profile appearance.
Designed with AIS transceivers in mind, the Squatty Body® Style 5215-AIS comes equipped with a sealed, tin-plated copper wire coil for added protection and reliability. The SO-239 connector ensures effortless and secure installation, allowing you to get on the water with ease.
Mounting is a breeze with the included stainless steel L-shaped bracket, designed specifically for masthead applications. The antenna's one-section design further simplifies the setup process, making it an ideal choice for AIS installations.
Specifications:
- Band: VHF Marine Band
- Antenna Gain: 3dB
- Max. Input Power: 50 watts
- SWR: Nominally 1.5:1 at 162 MHz
- Bandwidth: 7 MHz within 2.0:1 VSWR
- Ferrule: L-bracket and retaining nut, SO-239 connector
- Polarity: Vertical
- Impedance: 50 Ohms
- DC Ground: No DC Ground - The antenna will read open on continuity test.
- Shakespeare Limited Warranty: 2 years
Highlights:
- High-performance sealed coil for durability
- Tailored for AIS transceivers, providing extended bandwidth
- Easy and secure setup with the SO-239 connector
- Stainless steel L-shaped bracket for masthead mounting
- Versatile and suitable for AIS applications, particularly on sailboats
- Backed by a reliable 2-year Shakespeare Limited Warranty
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