{"product_id":"sea-dog-uhf-bnc-handheld-radio-antenna-adapter","title":"Sea-Dog UHF to BNC Handheld Radio Antenna Adapter","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSea-Dog UHF to BNC Handheld Radio Antenna Adapter\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis compact antenna adapter converts a standard UHF (SO-239) female antenna connection to a BNC male connector, allowing handheld VHF radios with a BNC antenna port to be connected to a standard marine VHF antenna cable or external antenna. A simple, essential fitting for extending the range of a handheld radio using a fixed vessel antenna.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUHF Female (SO-239) to BNC Male\u003c\/strong\u003e — Converts a standard marine antenna cable’s PL-259\/UHF connection to the BNC connector used on most handheld VHF radios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact One-Piece Design\u003c\/strong\u003e — Low-profile adapter with no cable; connects directly between the antenna cable and the radio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarine-Grade Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — Corrosion-resistant materials suited for the marine environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproves Handheld Range\u003c\/strong\u003e — Connecting a handheld radio to a fixed external antenna significantly increases transmit and receive range compared to the radio’s built-in stub antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Use Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ideal solution for boaters who want to use a handheld VHF radio with their vessel’s fixed external antenna — particularly useful as a backup communication setup when the fixed-mount radio is unavailable or as a primary setup on smaller vessels where a full fixed-mount radio is not installed. Simply connect this adapter to the antenna cable at the helm and plug in the handheld radio to gain the range benefit of the external antenna. Also commonly used at the nav station or in the cockpit where an antenna cable is accessible. Confirm your handheld radio uses a BNC antenna connector before ordering — some handhelds use SMA connectors instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e No tools required — hand-tighten the BNC connector onto the handheld radio and connect the antenna cable’s PL-259 to the SO-239 end. Ensure the antenna cable is disconnected from the fixed-mount radio before connecting the handheld to avoid damage. Sold individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits handheld VHF radios with a BNC female antenna port. Compatible with standard marine VHF antenna cables terminated with a PL-259 (UHF male) connector. Not compatible with SMA-connector handhelds — verify your radio’s antenna connector type before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WEST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43889954390052,"sku":"SED-329910-1","price":8.78,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/images_c1284637-578d-436b-9a4b-c5a736c398a5.jpg?v=1784141979","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/sea-dog-uhf-bnc-handheld-radio-antenna-adapter","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}