Product Overview
Shakespeare 6500-WB 4 feet Broad Band VHF Antenna
Model: 6500-WB- Stainless steel mounting bracket: corrosion resistant even in marine environments. 3 mounting options
- Patent pending mount design: install the U-bolts without removing hardware - no more lost hardware
- Detachable antenna: handle mounting bracket easily without the weight of the antenna. Also, mount it on a large variety of Shakespeare(R) mounts with a 1 in-14 thread*
- IP67**, high wind rating, wide temperature range, and PU Coating: built to last in rain, sun, ice, dust, water splashes and even corrosive marine environments
Built for maximum performance, this 4 feet broad band antenna is designed to endure the harsh environment and communication requirements in commercial, law enforcement and disaster management applications. Whether you install it on a vessel, base station, or a stationary platform, this antenna provides a host of mounting options to fit your need. No tuning or ground plane required. Cable not included.
*Requires a Shakespeare 4006 double female ferrule (not included).
**When installed as instructed.
Specifications| 156-162 MHz, VSWR < 1.5:1 145-165 MHz, VSWR < 2: | |
| Nominal Impedance | 50 Ohm |
| Input Power Rating | 100 Watts, continuous |
| Gain | 3dB |
| Polarization (Pattern) | Vertical (Omnidirectional) |
| Connector | UHF Female (SO-239 type) |
| Recommended Cable | RG-8/U, RG-213/U or similar |
| DC Ground | Yes |
| Wind Rating | 125 mph (55m/s) |
| Ingress Rating | IP67** |
| Temperature Range | -67 deg F to 160 deg F (-55 deg C to 71 deg C) |
| Finish | White, high-gloss, non-yellowing polyurethane finish |
| Mounting | Stainless steel mounting bracket with U-bolts, for mounting on mast, rails, or screwed directly onto bulkheads |
