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Shakespeare 396-1-AIS Broadband VHF for AIS System

SKU: 16286 · UPC: 719441170585 · MPN: 396-1-AIS
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02 · Overview

Shakespeare 396-1-AIS Broadband VHF for AIS System — 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 3961AIS Attributes

  • Bandwidth: 6 Mega Hertz With 2.0:1 VSWR
  • Color: White
  • Compatibility: AIS Transceivers
  • Connection Type: S0-239 Connector
  • Gain: 3 dB
  • Length: 4 Feet
  • Material: Fiberglass
  • Mounting Type: U-Bolt Mount
  • Power: 50 Watt

Shakespeare 3961AIS Features & Benefits

  • Brass And Copper Elements Provide Standard Range And Reception
  • Chrome-Plated Brass Or Nylon Ferrule With Standard 1: -14 Thread Provides For Basic Install
  • Smooth, Durable, High-Gloss White/Fiberglass Finish Prevents Yellowing
  • Single Section Antennas With 3Dicibel Gain And 50 Watt Max Input Power
  • Does Not Contain A Built-In DC Ground Connection
  • Limited 2 Year Warranty

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


"Shakespeare \u00b7 Outdoor \u00b7 VHF \u00b7 Marine \u00b7 3 dBi gain \u00b7 Omni-directionalThe Style 396-1-Ais is a center-fed, 1\/2-wave, coaxial sleeve VHF marine antenna of 4' (1.2 m) overall length. It is specifically designed for use with AIS equipment, and meets the strict requirements of the AIS specification. This one-section antenna has an aluminum sleeve for mast mounting."
SKU: NVN-16286
MPN: 396-1-AIS
UPC: 719441170585
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BrandShakespeare
ModelShakespeare 396-1-AIS Broadband VHF for AIS System
SKU / MFR#16286

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