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Shakespeare 396-1 5' VHF Antenna

SKU: 10597 · UPC: 719441100018 · MPN: 396-1
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02 · Overview

Shakespeare 396-1 5' VHF Antenna — Product description

Built for value without compromising performance or durability, the Classic Series covers the widest variety of vessels in the Shakespeare ® family. These antennas keep you connected and meet essential communication needs while offshore.

Shakespeare 3961 Attributes

  • Compatibility: VHF Marine Radio
  • Type: Monopole
  • Length: 5 Feet
  • Gain: 3 dB
  • Mounting Type: Ratchet Mount
  • Color: White
  • Material: Brass Ferrule

Shakespeare 3961 Features & Benefits

  • Smooth, Durable, High-Gloss White Or Fiberglass Finish Prevents Yellowing
  • Brass And Copper Elements Provide Standard Range And Reception
  • Chrome-Plated Brass Or Nylon Ferrule With Standard 1: -14 Thread Provides For Basic Install
  • Easy To Install
  • Limited 2 Year Warranty

Style 396-1 VHF 3dB

Center-fed 1/2-wave coaxial sleeve

Outstanding, basic 3dB antenna designed to reduce signal fading in rough seas. This is probably the most widely used antenna on Coast Guard vessels.

  • Brass and copper elements
  • Chrome-plated brass ferrule with standard 1&qout;-14 thread
  • Includes 15' RG-58 cable and a PL-259 connector
  • Suggested mount: Style 4187 Ratchet Mount
  • One section


Technical Specifications:


Frequency: VHF Marine band
Bandwidth: (within 2.0:1 SWR): 5 MHz
SWR: 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz
Impedance (Ohms): 50
Gain: 3 dB
Max Input (Watts): 50
DC Ground: NO
Termination: 15' RG-58 cable
Height (feet): 5
Polarization: Vertical
Radiation pattern: Omni-directional


Type 396-1 is a center-fed 1/2 wave coaxial sleeve VHF marine antenna with a total length of 5'(1.5 m). The single-segment antenna has a chrome-plated brass ferrule, and can...
SKU: NVN-10597
MPN: 396-1
UPC: 719441100018
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BrandShakespeare
ModelShakespeare 396-1 5' VHF Antenna
SKU / MFR#10597

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