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Shakespeare Galaxy 1.2m AIS and VHF Antenna - ("Little Giant") - 3dB Gain – SP5396-AIS (119345)

Suits AIS/VHF Marine Band (Performance ***** Star)

Cruise with confidence and communicate reliably over the VHF band waves using the Galaxy® 5396-AIS Little Giant™. Specifically designed to meet the broader bandwidth requirements of all popular AIS transceivers, this antenna features a  commercial-grade fibreglass construction to ensure performance and durability. These benefits combined with the great look of our Galaxy® high-gloss finish signifies a standard of quality to be admired.

Shakespeare® Galaxy® Antennas have long been revered as the industry standard for both beauty and performance, with top notch materials and master craftsmanship as the basis for every antenna. Our master craftsmen hand solder, hand assemble and hand finish each antenna, individually, following a 20-plus-year tradition. Relied upon for high performance and chosen for their extra durable construction, they are also universally admired for their beautiful, distinctive Galaxy® finish. With mirror-polished, stainless steel ferrules, the antennas' pristine white radomes are protected by  a proprietary, high-gloss polyurethane that won't fuzz or turn yellow in the sun.

• Brass and copper elements
• High-gloss, non-yellowing polyurethane finish
• Stainless steel ferrule with 1"-14 thread
• Includes 20' RG-8/X low-loss cable plus a PL-259 connector
• Best applications include: Systems requiring AIS antennas

Downloads:

• Shakespeare SP5396-AIS Installation Manual

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specification

• Max. Power Input: 50 watts
• SWR: Less than 1.5:1 at 158 MHz
• Bandwidth: 5 MHz within 2.0:1 VSWR
• Frequency: VHF AIS Marine Band