The KS-43 Black Edition is the best performing VHF antenna of the Scout range, specifically designed to guarantee long range communication and endless duration for boaters who want more than a good VHF antenna. Collinear-phased, made with solid brass and copper elements and extra heavy duty fiberglass 1,5 mm thick.
Moreover the antenna is totally foam injected with the Scout 100% waterproof technique, making it perfectly sealed and with an outstanding resistance to harsh environment. Water, wind, ice and high speed are good friends.
The fiberglass whip is black painted, to make the antenna fit with the most modern boats.
The antenna is supplied with 6m (20′) high performance RG-8X cable with 97% copper braid coverage, that guarantees a perfect shielding from external interferences. Stainless steel ferrule with standard 1″ x 14 threads to fit on every type of mount (stainless steel/chrome brass mounts are suggested).
• High performance 6 dB antenna.
• Extra heavy duty fiberglass whip.
• Foam injected – 100% waterproof.
Technical specifications:
- Frequency: 156-162 MHz;
- Impedance: 50 ohm;
- Electrical length: 1/2 λ + 1/2 λ;
- V.S.W.R.: < 1,5:1;
- Polarization: Vertical;
- Gain: 6 dB;
- Max power input: 50 W;
- DC ground: Yes;
- Whip material: Fiberglass;
- Coaxial cable: 6 m (19.6′) RG-8X;
- Mounting: 1″ x 14 thread;
- Length: 2.4 m (8′);
- Weight: 0.86 kg.