Shakespeare 5101 8' Classic VHF Marine Antenna with 15' RG-58 Cable, White

5101 8 Classic VHF Antenna with 15 RG-58 Cable - White - Reduced Length Version

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A standard of excellence in an economical antenna! Shakespeare brings you the best of the high-end features in an 8 antenna with a brass element and a smooth, high-gloss, polyurethane finish that wont turn yellow in the sun. This antenna delivers not only performance, but superb value.

Features:

• Brass and copper elements
• Chrome-plated brass ferrule with standard 1-14 thread
• Includes 15 RG-58 cable and a PL-259 connector
• Suggested mount: Shakespeare Style 4187 Ratchet Mount, or use a Shakespeare Style 410-R Mounting Kit plus a Style 4008 Extension Mast to form a 16 antenna system
• One section
• Shakespeare Limited Warranty: 2 years

Technical Specifications:

• Frequency: VHF Marine Band
• Bandwidth: (within 2.01 SWR): 5 MHz
• SWR: 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz
• Impedance: (Ohms): 50
• Gain: 6 dB
• Max. Input (Watts): 50
• DC Ground: YES - however, the antenna will read open circuit when tested with an ohmmeter.
• Termination: 15 RG-58 cable
• Height (feet): 8
• Polarization: Vertical
• Radiation pattern: Omni-directional

Shakespeare 5101 8' Classic VHF Antenna is an economical marine communication antenna designed for boat owners who want dependable VHF marine band capability and practical installation components in one package. Its brass element, copper elements, and high-gloss white polyurethane finish provide a classic antenna design with a clean appearance that will not yellow in the sun.

End-fed with a matching stub, this one-section antenna delivers 6 dB gain, vertical polarization, and an omni-directional radiation pattern for VHF marine applications. The included 15' RG-58 cable and PL-259 connector help simplify installation, while the chrome-plated brass ferrule uses a standard 1-14 thread for connection to compatible mounting hardware. The Shakespeare 5101 is suitable for use with a Shakespeare Style 4187 Ratchet Mount, or with a Style 410-R Mounting Kit and Style 4008 Extension Mast to form a 16' antenna system.

Key Features:

• Feature: Brass and copper elements support VHF marine band operation.
• Feature: High-gloss white polyurethane finish provides a clean appearance and will not yellow in the sun.
• Feature: Chrome-plated brass ferrule with a standard 1-14 thread supports compatible mounting hardware.
• Feature: Includes 15' RG-58 cable and a PL-259 connector for a convenient installation setup.
• Feature: 6 dB gain, vertical polarization, and an omni-directional radiation pattern.
• Feature: Covered by a Shakespeare Limited Warranty for 2 years.

Product Details:

• Brand: Shakespeare
• Model: 5101
• Type: Classic VHF marine antenna
• Frequency: VHF Marine Band
• Bandwidth: 5 MHz within 2.01 SWR
• SWR: 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz
• Impedance: 50 ohms
• Maximum input: 50 watts
• DC ground: Yes; the antenna will read open circuit when tested with an ohmmeter.
• Construction: One section with a white finish
• Termination: 15' RG-58 cable

Choose the Shakespeare 5101 Classic VHF Antenna for a straightforward, well-equipped marine antenna solution backed by proven Shakespeare design.

SEO Meta Description: Shakespeare 5101 8' Classic VHF marine antenna with 15' RG-58 cable, PL-259 connector, 6 dB gain, and durable white polyurethane finish.

Features:

• Brass and copper elements support VHF marine band operation.

• High-gloss white polyurethane finish provides a clean appearance and will not yellow in the sun.

• Chrome-plated brass ferrule with a standard 1-14 thread supports compatible mounting hardware.

• Includes 15' RG-58 cable and a PL-259 connector for a convenient installation setup.

• 6 dB gain, vertical polarization, and an omni-directional radiation pattern.

• Covered by a Shakespeare Limited Warranty for 2 years.