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Shakespeare  |  SKU: IM-16286

Shakespeare 396-1-AIS Broadband VHF for AIS System [396-1-AIS]

Sale price $200.99 Regular price $239.99


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This product is offered through Inlet Marine Supply as part of our marine electrical catalog. Always verify compatibility with your vessel’s electrical system prior to purchase.

Professional installation is recommended to ensure safety, proper integration, and long-term reliability.

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Description

Shakespeare Style 396-1-AIS VHF Marine AIS
4' LENGTH 3dB

4' MAST MOUNT AIS ANTENNA

The 396-1-AIS has been specially designed to meet the broader bandwidth requirements of all popular AIS transceivers. Commercial-grade construction with a mast mounting sleeve.

  • Brass and copper elements
  • SO-239 connector at the base
  • Suggested Mount: U-Bolts included. Can be strapped to a larger mast using steel banding (not supplied)
  • One section
  • Coax cable sold separately
  • Shakespeare Limited Warranty: 2 years


Technical Specifications:
  • Frequency: VHF Marine Band
  • Bandwidth within 2.0:1 SWR: 6.0 MHz
  • SWR: 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz
  • Gain: 3dB
  • Impedance (Ohms): 50
  • Gain: 3dB
  • Max. Input (Watts): 100
  • DC Ground: no (will read open-circuit with ohmeter test)
  • Termination: SO-239 at bottom of antenna
  • Height (feet): 4
  • Polarization: Vertical
  • Radiation pattern: Omni-directional

Specifications:

  • Antenna Band: VHF
  • Color: White
  • Construction: Fiberglass
  • Length (Inches): 48"
  • Box Dimensions: 3"H x 3"W x 55"L WT: 3 lbs
  • UPC: 719441170585

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