Meet the Digital 829VW-S 8' VHF Antenna — a rugged, high-performance marine antenna designed for dependable VHF communication in the harshest conditions. This 8-foot model delivers a pristine, high-gloss finish while providing solid 6 dB gain to keep your radio conversations clear across open water.
Built for durability and reliability, it features brass radiators with soldered connections, a power-directing ferrite choke bead, and a UV-stable white polyurethane coating that resists sun, salt, and spray. The antenna is mounted via a stainless steel double female ferrule for 1"–14 threaded bases and uses a high-quality female SO-239 (UHF) connector. Exterior length is 94.75" (approximately 8 feet).
Key specifications
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Gain: 6 dBi
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Radiation pattern: Omni-directional
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Impedance: 50 ohms
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Maximum power: 100 watts
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Length: 94.75" (approximately 8 ft)
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Finish: White, UV-stable polyurethane coating
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Radiators: Brass with soldered connections
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Ferrite: Power-directing ferrite choke bead
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Ferrule: 316 stainless steel
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Mounting: Stainless steel double female ferrule for 1"–14 threaded base
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Connector: Female SO-239 (UHF)
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Cable included: Cable not included
Made in the USA, Digital Antennas hand-assembles, tests, and tunes every antenna for maximum performance, quality, and durability. It’s an excellent choice for radar arches and T-tops on speedboats, yachts, and commercial vessels that demand reliable VHF communication without sacrificing aesthetics.
What's in the box
- Antenna
- Double Female Ferrule
Note: Cable not included.
| Mount |
tainless steel double female ferrule for mounting 1"—14 threaded base |
| Connector |
Highest quality female SO-239 (UHF) |
| Cable |
not included |
| Radiation Pattern |
Omni-directional |
| Gain |
6 dBi |
| Impedance |
50 ohm |
| Maximum power input |
100 watts |
| Exterior Finish |
White, UV stable poly-urethane coating |
| Length |
94.75" |
