Product Details
Galaxy 5018 15' 2” VHF Antenna - 9dB Gain
This highly sophisticated design is outstanding for long distance communications. Extra rugged for salt water durability, and stability in high seas. Surprisingly light weight.
Features:
- Phased 1/2 wave elements in a collinear array with choking sleeve to suppress cable radiation
- Brass and copper elements for maximum range and efficiency
- Stainless steel ferrule with standard 1"-14 thread
- 20' RG-8/X low-loss cable plus a PL-259 connector
- Suggested Mount: Shakespeare Style 409-R or 410-R Mounting Kit (pictured mount not included)
- Two sectiions
- 5 Year Warranty
Technical Specifications:
- Gain: 9dB
- Frequency: VHF Marine Band
- Bandwidth: (within 2.0:1 VSWR) 3 MHz
- SWR: 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz
- Max Input (Watts): 150W
- DC Ground: NO
- Height (Feet): 15'2"
- Polarization: Vertical
Specifications:
- Antenna Band: VHF
- Color: White
- Construction: Fiberglass
- Ferrule Type: Stainless Steel
- Length (Inches): 180"
- Box Dimensions: 4"H x 4"W x 95"L WT: 5.3 lbs
- UPC: 719441200091
Brochure (pdf)

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