# Shakespeare 396-1-AIS Broadband VHF for AIS System [396-1-AIS]

**Shakespeare Style 396-1-AIS VHF Marine AIS**  
4' LENGTH 3dB  
  
4' MAST MOUNT AIS ANTENNA  
  
The 396-1-AIS has been specially designed to meet the broader bandwidth requirements of all popular AIS transceivers. Commercial-grade construction with a mast mounting sleeve.  
  

-   Brass and copper elements  
    
-   SO-239 connector at the base  
    
-   Suggested Mount: U-Bolts included. Can be strapped to a larger mast using steel banding (not supplied)  
    
-   One section  
    
-   Coax cable sold separately  
    
-   Shakespeare Limited Warranty: 2 years

  
  
**Technical Specifications:**  

-   **Frequency:** VHF Marine Band  
    
-   **Bandwidth within 2.0:1 SWR:** 6.0 MHz  
    
-   **SWR:** 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz  
    
-   **Gain:** 3dB  
    
-   **Impedance (Ohms):** 50  
    
-   **Gain:** 3dB  
    
-   **Max. Input (Watts):** 100  
    
-   **DC Ground:** no (will read open-circuit with ohmeter test)  
    
-   **Termination:** SO-239 at bottom of antenna  
    
-   **Height (feet):** 4  
    
-   **Polarization:** Vertical  
    
-   **Radiation pattern:** Omni-directional

**Specifications:**

-   Antenna Band: VHF
-   Color: White
-   Construction: Fiberglass
-   Length (Inches): 48"
-   Box Dimensions: 3"H x 3"W x 55"L WT: 3 lbs
-   UPC: 719441170585

  
[Quick Guide (pdf)](https://productimageserver.com/literature/quickGuide/16286QG.pdf)

## Details

- **Price:** 239.99 USD
- **Type:** Antennas
- **Tags:** Brand_Shakespeare, Communication, Communication | Antennas

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 239.99 USD | In stock |

## Images

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> Updated: 2026-05-20