{"product_id":"qbp189212","title":"Shakespeare - AIS 5215-AIS 36\" Squatty Body \u0026 Antenna for Sailboats","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShakespeare Squatty Body® Style 5215-AIS: Elevate Your AIS Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroducing 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSealed, tin-plated copper wire coil for enhanced durability\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpecifically designed for AIS transceivers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSO-239 connector for easy setup\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStainless steel L-shaped bracket supplied for secure mounting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOne section design for effortless installation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdeal for AIS applications, especially sailboats\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp\u003eSailboat 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigned 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMounting 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBand: VHF Marine Band\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAntenna Gain: 3dB\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMax. Input Power: 50 watts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSWR: Nominally 1.5:1 at 162 MHz\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBandwidth: 7 MHz within 2.0:1 VSWR\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFerrule: L-bracket and retaining nut, SO-239 connector\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePolarity: Vertical\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImpedance: 50 Ohms\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDC Ground: No DC Ground - The antenna will read open on continuity test.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShakespeare Limited Warranty: 2 years\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHigh-performance sealed coil for durability\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTailored for AIS transceivers, providing extended bandwidth\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEasy and secure setup with the SO-239 connector\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStainless steel L-shaped bracket for masthead mounting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVersatile and suitable for AIS applications, particularly on sailboats\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBacked by a reliable 2-year Shakespeare Limited Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shakespeare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52023082221749,"sku":"QBP189212","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/8171\/1029\/files\/1208029_qbp189212.jpg?v=1763250174","url":"https:\/\/www.qualityboatparts.com\/products\/qbp189212","provider":"Quality Boat Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}