{"product_id":"shakespeare-pl259g-gold-plated-pl259-vhf-connector-rg8u-rg213","title":"Shakespeare PL259G Gold-Plated PL-259 VHF Connector for RG-8U \/ RG-213 Coax","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Standard PL-259 for Full-Size Coax.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Shakespeare PL259G is a gold-plated brass PL-259 male connector designed for terminating full-size RG-8U and RG-213 coaxial cable — the larger-diameter coax commonly used in longer antenna runs where lower signal loss is a priority. It fits directly onto the cable without a reducer adapter, making it the straightforward choice for standard full-size coax installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGold plating on the contact surfaces resists oxidation and salt air corrosion, maintaining a low-resistance, low-loss connection over the life of the installation. The PL-259 is the standard male connector used on virtually all marine VHF antenna cables and radio SO-239 input jacks, making this a universal fit across brands and models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePL-259 male connector — the standard termination for marine VHF antenna coax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold-plated brass construction for corrosion resistance and low signal loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for RG-8U and RG-213 full-size coaxial cable — no adapter required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits standard SO-239 female connectors on VHF radios and antenna bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for marine VHF antenna cable terminations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerminating RG-8U coaxial cable for VHF antenna installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerminating RG-213 coaxial cable for VHF antenna installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLonger antenna cable runs where low signal loss is a priority\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing damaged or corroded PL-259 connectors on existing full-size coax runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnecting antenna feed lines to fixed-mount VHF radios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe PL259G is the right connector when you’re working with full-size RG-8U or RG-213 coax — the larger cable diameter fits the PL-259 body directly without a reducer, which simplifies the termination. RG-8U and RG-213 are the preferred coax for longer runs (typically over 20 ft) because their lower loss characteristics preserve signal strength over distance. For shorter runs or installations using RG-58 A\/U or RG-8\/X, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/11149301743652\"\u003eShakespeare PL259CPG Solderless PL-259 Connector for RG-58\/RG-8X\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/11149301710884\"\u003eShakespeare PL2598XG PL-259 Connector with UG-176 Adapter\u003c\/a\u003e. If you need to join two cable runs end-to-end, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/11149301678116\"\u003eShakespeare PL258CPG Gold-Plated Double Female Splice Connector\u003c\/a\u003e. Pairs with Shakespeare VHF antennas including the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/8252890349604\"\u003eShakespeare 5215 36\" Low-Profile VHF Antenna\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/11131369553956\"\u003eShakespeare 5225XT Galaxy 7.75 ft VHF Antenna\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/8131640164388\"\u003eShakespeare Galaxy 14 ft 8 dB VHF Antenna\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LNS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51274713169956,"sku":"167-PL259G","price":29.39,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/167-PL2598XG_84b5f85c-f2ad-4a90-b54a-a736bf17ea34.jpg?v=1786911834","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/shakespeare-pl259g-gold-plated-pl259-vhf-connector-rg8u-rg213","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}