Marine Vertical Outdoor Base Antenna

Specs Gain:  3 dBi SWR:  1.5:1 or Less Pattern:  Omni-directional Wavelength:  1/2 Elements:  1 Tuned:  156-158 MHz Band:  VHF Marine Connector:  N Female Cable:  RG8X Cable Length:  12 Inches Height:  57" Width:  1 1/4" Weight:  1 lb 11 oz Wind Area:  0.50 Sq Feet Weight:  1 lb 14 oz Features Ready Made:  There's no assembly necessary, or extra mounting parts needed.Tuned to Marine Band:  Each antenna is tuned to the VHF Marine Band centered at 157 MHz.DC Grounded:  A metal ground plane is not needed with this design.Enclosed Elements:  The actual antenna elements and feed point are sealed inside a UV resistant plastic radome. No need to worry about corrosion on the elements with this design.Weather Resistant:  Having the elements and feed point sealed in the radome allows the antenna to be very resistant to weather and other environmental damage. This antenna is strong enough to withstand an ice storm, and will also do well in a shoreline environment.Copp