Shakespeare 5912‑DORSAL Low‑Profile AIS Antenna 0.1 m – V-Tronix Marine AIS for Compact Mounting
Streamlined, rugged AIS antenna engineered for exposed marine conditions – ideal for Irish coastlines and RIBs
- Ultra-compact shark-fin design: 100 × 60 × 65 mm footprint for discreet installation on powerboats or sailing yachts
- Operating range: up to 10 nautical miles at 25 W or 4 nautical miles at 1 W power output
- Threaded base: M14 × 1 male thread for fast mounting to compatible deck or rail bases
- Includes factory-fitted 8 m RG-58 coaxial cable with PL-259 connector
- ABS plastic body with fully sealed, weatherproof construction – ideal for salt spray and UV exposure
- Non-metallic, zero-interference housing – no ground plane required
- Peak gain: 0 dB; Max input power: 25 watts
- Colour: Black
- Designed for AIS reception on leisure and light commercial vessels
- Made in the UK by Shakespeare / V-Tronix, trusted in European marine electronics
The Shakespeare 5912‑DORSAL AIS antenna is a compact, marine-rated solution built for coastal and offshore sailing in Irish waters. Its low-profile fin design minimizes the risk of entanglement and ensures discreet placement on crowded decks or RIB consoles. Pre-terminated with an 8 m RG-58 cable and PL-259 connector, installation is straightforward on any M14-thread compatible mount. Engineered with non-corrosive ABS plastic and a sealed body, it offers dependable performance in salt-heavy marine environments. Perfect for boaters seeking Class B AIS reliability without the bulk of traditional whips.
