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Short rubber and metal antenna, three inches long

Icom America Inc

Icom America Inc FASC56VS 150-160 MHz two-way radio antenna

SKU CH-R97C-8H97A

A 150-160 MHz antenna built from rubber and metal for compatible Icom two-way radios

  • Covers 150 to 160 MHz for marine band use
  • Compatible with F1000, F3001, F3261 and other Icom models
  • Compact 3-1/8 inch length keeps profile low
  • Rubber and metal construction resists salt-spray environments
  • Direct fit for handheld and mobile two-way radios

Icom FASC56VS 150-160 MHz Antenna

The Icom FASC56VS is a VHF antenna covering 150 to 160 MHz for compatible Icom portable radios. It uses a rubber and metal construction measuring 3 1/8 inches in length. The antenna connects to models such as the F1000, F3001, F3261D and F52D series. It is supplied new for professional land-mobile use.

Suited for VHF-only fleets.

This antenna suits teams operating solely on VHF frequencies between 150 and 160 MHz with the listed Icom radios. Buyers needing UHF coverage or multi-band operation must choose a different antenna designed for those frequency ranges. The fixed frequency range cannot be adjusted in the field. It is built for the specific models named in the compatibility list.

150-160 MHz frequency range decides fit

The single specification that determines whether this is the correct part is the 150 to 160 MHz operating range. Your radio must be programmed within this VHF window and appear on the supported model list including F1000D, F3210D or F3360D. If your system uses any other frequency band this antenna will not function correctly. Verify the radio model and programmed frequencies before ordering.

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Price $17.99
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Brand nameIcom

Questions about this item

What connector does the FASC56VS antenna use to attach to the radio?

The FASC56VS uses a standard SMA male connector that threads directly onto the antenna port of compatible Icom radios such as the F1000, F3001, F3261D and F52D.

How do I install the antenna, and what step do people often miss?

Screw the SMA connector on by hand until it seats firmly; the step many miss is giving it a final slight turn with fingers to ensure the rubber gasket compresses and seals out moisture.

When should I replace the antenna, and what wears out first?

Replace the antenna if the rubber jacket cracks, the metal whip bends permanently, or the SMA threads strip — these are the parts that degrade with repeated flexing and exposure.

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