Meet the Digital 529-VB-S 8ft VHF Antenna—a rugged, high-performance marine radio antenna designed for speedboats, yachts, and commercial vessels. Built for reliability at sea, it delivers crystal-clear transmissions with 6 dBi gain across the 152.8–160.8 MHz band.
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Length: 94.75" (approx. 8')
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Mount: Standard 1"—14 threaded base
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Connector: Gold factory-attached mini-UHF female with mini-UHF male to UHF male (PL259) adapter
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Cable: Includes 20' of low-loss, tinned braid, foil shielded, UV stable RG-8X marine cable
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Gain: 6 dBi
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VSWR: <2.0:1 across 152.8–160.8 MHz
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Impedance: 50 ohms
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Maximum input power: 100 watts
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Exterior finish: White, UV-stable poly-urethane coating
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Ferrule: 316 Stainless Steel
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Wind Rating: 105 mph
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RF Connector: Mini-UHF female (factory attached) and PL-259 adapter
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Made in: USA
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Special features: Gold Series easy-installation connector system with a factory-attached mini-UHF female connector and PL-259 adapter for quick, solder-free radio connections
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Performance design: Designed to extend range and improve clarity on the water, with the 6 dBi gain helping maintain clear communications even in challenging conditions
This antenna is built to endure marine environments while delivering reliable, long-range VHF communications. Durable brass radiators, soldered joints, and a corrosion-resistant 316 stainless steel ferrule ensure longevity in salt spray and harsh weather. The UV-stable white exterior keeps it looking sharp on radar arches or T-tops, and the 20-foot low-loss RG-8X cable maintains signal integrity from radio to antenna. Made in the USA and hand-tuned for peak performance, it’s a dependable choice for speedboats, yachts, and commercial vessels that rely on steadfast VHF communication on every voyage.
| Length |
94.75" |
| Mount |
Standard 1"—14 threaded base |
| Connector |
Gold factory-attached mini-UHF female with mini-UHF male to UHF male (PL259) adapter |
| Cable |
Includes 20' of our low-loss, tinned braid, foil shielded, UV stable RG-8X marine cable |
| Gain |
6dBi |
| VSWR |
<2.0:1 = 152.8-160.8 MHz (8 MHz) |
| Impedance |
50 ohms |
| Maximum input power |
100 watts |
| Exterior finish |
White, UV stable poly-urethane coating |
| Ferrule |
316 Stainless Steel |
| Wind Rating |
105 mph |
| RF Connector |
Mini-UHF female (factory attached) and PL-259 adapter |