Communication - Antennas

Shakespeare 4018-M 19' VHF Antenna  [4018-M]

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Shakespeare Style 4018-M VHF Marine

19' LENGTH, 9dB

PHASED 1/2-WAVE ELEMENTS IN A COLLINEAR ARRAY WITH A COAXIAL CHOKING SLEEVE TO SUPPRESS CABLE RADIATION

Same as Style 4018 with a special sleeve for mast mounting. Used primarily for land-based stations and on commercial vessels.

The top choice for charter boat captains and experienced sport fishing enthusiasts. This long-distance VHF antenna is rigid enough to stay erect in rough seas, yet exceptionally lightweight.

• Brass and copper elements
• Chrome-plated brass mid section ferrules and aluminum sleeve bottom ferrule
• SO-239 connector at base
• Suggested mount: Mast mount using supplied 1-1/3" U-bolts. The 4018-M can be strapped to a larger mast if steel banding (not supplied) is used.
• Two sections: Base 162"; Tip 66":
• Shakespeare Limited Warranty: 2 years

Technical Specifications:

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including LEAD which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Specifications:

• Antenna Band: VHF
• Color: White
• Construction: Fiberglass
• Ferrule Type: Chrome Plated
• Length (Inches): 228"
• Box Dimensions: 2"H x 2"W x 228"L WT: 25 lbs
• UPC: 719441100117

Quick Guide (pdf)

532-VW-RS 16' White VHF f/RUPP Mounts

10dB Gain

** Designed to be used with RUPP Antenna Mounts **

A favorite of marine professions, our largest VHF antennas offer the power and durability to achieve maximum range and extended performance, even in the roughest seas. A powerful gain of 10dB and solid construction make Digital Antenna's 16' VHF antennas the ideal choice for critical communication onboard large yachts, commercial vessels and base stations.

Customers and installers love the 500 GOLD Series' easy installation connector system. The gold factory-attached mini-UHF female connector with PL-259 (UHF) adapter makes connecting to the radio easy, eliminating the need to solder connectors.

All of our antennas are made in the USA, assembled, tested and tuned by hand for maximum performance, quality and durability. UPS shippable.

16' VHF antennas require a side support 3' to 4' from the base of the antenna

Features:

• Pre-installed RUPP collar
• Powerful brass radiators
• Soldered connections
• Power directing ferrite choke bead
• High gloss urethane finish
• 316 stainless steel ferrule
• 10dB gain
• Cable: Includes 20’ of our low-loss, tinned braid, foil shielded, UV stable RG-8X marine cable
• Mount: Standard 1"–14 threaded base (RUPP support arm required)
• Connector: Gold factory-attached mini-UHF female with mini-UHF male to UHF male (PL259) adapter

Specifications:

• Antenna Band: VHF
• Color: White
• Construction: Fiberglass
• Ferrule Type: Stainless Steel
• Length (Inches): 190"
• Box Dimensions: 4"H x 4"W x 95"L WT: 13.6 lbs
• UPC: 839494004696

532-VW-S 16' Antenna - White

10dB Gain

A favorite of marine professions, our largest VHF antennas offer the power and durability to achieve maximum range and extended performance, even in the roughest seas. A powerful gain of 10dB and solid construction make Digital Antennas 16 VHF antennas the ideal choice for critical communication onboard large yachts, commercial vessels and base stations.

Customers and installers love the 500 GOLD Series easy installation connector system. The gold factory-attached mini-UHF female connector with PL-259 (UHF) adapter makes connecting to the radio easy, eliminating the need to solder connectors.

All of our antennas are made in the USA, assembled, tested and tuned by hand for maximum performance, quality and durability. UPS shippable.

Our 16' VHF antennas require a side support 3' to 4' from the base of the antenna.

All 16' VHF Antennas Feature:

• Powerful brass radiators
• Soldered connections
• Power directing ferrite choke bead
• High gloss urethane finish
• 316 stainless steel ferrule
• 10dB gain

500 GOLD Series:

• Mount: Standard 1"14 threaded base
• Connector: Gold factory-attached mini-UHF female with mini-UHF male to UHF male (PL259) adapter
• Cable: Includes 20 of our low-loss, tinned braid, foil shielded, UV stable RG-8X marine cable

Specifications:

• Antenna Band: VHF
• Color: White
• Construction: Fiberglass
• Ferrule Type: Stainless Steel
• Length (Inches): 190"
• Box Dimensions: 4"H x 4"W x 95"L WT: 13.6 lbs
• UPC: 839494004689

Shakespeare Galaxy 5230 14' VHF Antenna - 8dB Gain [5230]

Galaxy 5230 14' VHF Antenna - 8dB Gain

The ultra-performer, Shakespeares Style 5230 is the most effective 8dB antenna system available anywhere, thanks to its increased signal capture area.

Features:

• 5/8 wave over 1/2 wave dipole
• Brass and copper elements for maximum range and efficiency
• Stainless steel ferrule with standard 1"-14 thread
• Includes 20 feet of RG-8/X cable and a PL-259 connector
• Suggested mount: Shakespeare Style 409-R or 410-R Mounting Kit
• Two sections: Base 94", Tip 74" - 
• Shakespeare Limited Warranty: 5 years

Technical Specifications:

• Frequency: VHF Marine Band
• Bandwidth: 3 MHz within 2.0:1 VSWR
• SWR: Nominally 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz
• Impedance: 50 ohms
• Gain: 8 dB
• Max Input (Watts): 200 watts
• DC Ground: YES
• Height (feet): 14
• Polarization: Vertical

Specifications:

• Antenna Band: VHF
• Color: White
• Construction: Fiberglass
• Ferrule Type: Stainless Steel
• Length (Inches): 168"
• Box Dimensions: 3"H x 3"W x 95"L WT: 11 lbs
• UPC: 719441200084

Quick Guide (pdf)

Shakespeare Galaxy 5018 15' 2 VHF Antenna - 9dB Gain [5018]

Galaxy 5018 15' 2” VHF Antenna - 9dB Gain

This highly sophisticated design is outstanding for long distance communications. Extra rugged for salt water durability, and stability in high seas. Surprisingly light weight. 

Features:

• Phased 1/2 wave elements in a collinear array with choking sleeve to suppress cable radiation
• Brass and copper elements for maximum range and efficiency
• Stainless steel ferrule with standard 1"-14 thread
• 20' RG-8/X low-loss cable plus a PL-259 connector
• Suggested Mount: Shakespeare Style 409-R or 410-R Mounting Kit (pictured mount not included)
• Two sectiions
• 5 Year Warranty

Technical Specifications:

• Gain: 9dB
• Frequency: VHF Marine Band
• Bandwidth: (within 2.0:1 VSWR) 3 MHz
• SWR: 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz
• Max Input (Watts): 150W
• DC Ground: NO
• Height (Feet): 15'2"
• Polarization: Vertical

Specifications:

• Antenna Band: VHF
• Color: White
• Construction: Fiberglass
• Ferrule Type: Stainless Steel
• Length (Inches): 180"
• Box Dimensions: 4"H x 4"W x 95"L WT: 5.3 lbs
• UPC: 719441200091

Brochure (pdf)