5242-A Classic VHF Antenna

3′ (0.9) VHF Marine Band 3dB Gain

While we manufacture our antennas to perform at the highest level, we also design with our boaters in mind. With a convenient press-and-twist bayonet fitting, attaching or removing the stainless steel whip from this VHF antenna is quick and easy. The bayonet has been re-designed and improved for extra convenience.

• Stainless steel whip (36″)

• Whip is user replaceable.

• SO-239 connector

• “L” shaped bracket included for mounting to a vertical surface

• Coax and PL-259 connector sold separately

• One section

Categories: Classic, Leisure Products, Marine Antennas, VHF

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Shakespeare 5242-A Specifications
Band:	VHF Marine Band
Antenna Gain:	3dB
Max. Input Power:	50 watts
SWR:	nominally 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz
Bandwidth:	7 MHz within 2.0:1 VSWR
Ferrule:	Chrome plated brass cannister
Polarity:	Vertical
Impedance:	50 Ohms
DC Ground:	No DC Ground – The antenna will read open on continuity test.
Shakespeare Limited Warranty:	2 years

Technical Support

Instruction sheet (PDF): 5242-A.pdf

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