{"product_id":"icom-fasc56vs-vhf-stubby-antenna","title":"Icom FASC56VS VHF (150-162MHz) Stubby Antenna","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eVHF Stubby Antenna with J-Type Connector\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eLow-Profile Tactical Form Factor for Active Field Duty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eEquip your portable transceiver with a rugged, short-profile antenna designed to eliminate catching and snagging on heavy field gear.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe genuine \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"12\" data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eIcom FASC56VS\u003c\/b\u003e is a high-performance \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"48\" data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eIcom FASC56VS VHF Stubby Antenna for Icom IC-F1100D\u003c\/b\u003e portables engineered to streamline the physical profile of your hand-held communication gear. Swapping out a standard long whip for the compact \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"244\" data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eIcom FASC56VS\u003c\/b\u003e lets professionals minimize bulk while retaining factory signal clarity over localized distances. This robust commercial antenna utilizes a specialized heavy-duty core layout to deliver optimal RF propagation across its designated spectrum footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for public safety personnel, property management crews, warehouse teams, and manufacturing supervisors, the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"116\" data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eIcom FASC56VS\u003c\/b\u003e solves the tactile issue of long antennas bending, poking users, or catching on clothing during intense movement. Buyers must recognize that this is a dedicated single-band VHF accessory tuned precisely for the 150 to 162 MHz frequency window. Installing this piece on alternate UHF transceivers will create a severe impedance mismatch, so checking your exact operational license band before outfitting your crew is highly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe physical base of the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"25\" data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eIcom FASC56VS\u003c\/b\u003e is molded with an internal J-type screw threading that fastens flush onto standard Icom universal antenna studs, creating an environmentally sealed barrier against dirt and water ingress. The top tip features an integrated red ring marker, serving as an instant visual shorthand identifier so inventory managers can sort VHF and UHF kits instantly. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"\u003eStreamlined Footprint Optimization:\u003c\/b\u003e Acts as a seamless \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"55\" data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"\u003eIcom FASC56VS VHF Stubby Antenna for Icom IC-F1100D\u003c\/b\u003e upgrade to keep your device completely low-profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\"\u003eFactory Color-Coded Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a bright red identification band at the tip to make warehouse inventory tracking and sorting effortless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\"\u003eJ-Type Threaded Base:\u003c\/b\u003e Built with an all-brass internal screw connector that forms a rigid physical bond to secure against heavy-duty field impacts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"20,3,0\"\u003eFlexible Polymer Outer Housing:\u003c\/b\u003e Wrapped in an impact-hardened shroud that handles extreme flexing and temperature fluctuations without fracturing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"20,4,0\"\u003eHigh-Clarity Local Range:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered specifically to maintain high voice clarity inside dense work campuses, maritime facilities, and industrial yards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0,0\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"22,1,1,0\"\u003eIcom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0,0\"\u003eModel\/SKU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"22,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"22,2,1,0\"\u003eIcom FASC56VS\u003c\/b\u003e (FA-SC56VS)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"22,3,0,0\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"22,3,1,0\"\u003eStubby Antenna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"22,4,0,0\"\u003eFrequency Band\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"22,4,1,0\"\u003eVHF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"22,5,0,0\"\u003eFrequency Range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"22,5,1,0\"\u003e150–162 MHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"22,6,0,0\"\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"22,6,1,0\"\u003eJ-Type Screw Connector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"22,7,0,0\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"22,7,1,0\"\u003e3 Inches Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"22,8,0,0\"\u003eColor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"22,8,1,0\"\u003eBlack with Red Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,1,0,0\"\u003eF1000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,1,1,0\"\u003eF1100D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,1,2,0\"\u003eF52D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,1,3,0\"\u003eF52DUL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,2,0,0\"\u003eIP730D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,2,1,0\"\u003eF3002\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,2,2,0\"\u003eF3003\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,2,3,0\"\u003eF16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,3,0,0\"\u003eV88\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,3,1,0\"\u003eF3001\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"27,3,2,0\"\u003eF3161\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003eRecommended Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"31\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIcom IC-F1100D VHF Portable Digital Radio (IC-\u003ca title=\"Icom F1100D\" href=\"https:\/\/www.atlanticradiocorp.com\/products\/f1100d-icom-portable\"\u003eF1100D\u003c\/a\u003e) — The primary handheld digital transceiver that natively pairs with this J-type VHF antenna connector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIcom BP280 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (\u003ca title=\"Icom BP280\" href=\"https:\/\/www.atlanticradiocorp.com\/products\/bp280-icom\"\u003eBP280\u003c\/a\u003e) — A high-capacity rechargeable power pack used by compatible Icom portables to maintain continuous operational up-time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003eMore Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"33\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"34\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003ca class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=https:\/\/atlanticradiocorp.com\/blogs\/news\/vhf-vs-uhf-radio-antennas\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReal-World Guide to VHF vs UHF Radio Antennas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"35\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"36\"\u003eWhat is the exact length of this short antenna?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe antenna measures approximately three inches in length, which translates to a compact sixty-millimeter physical profile that stays out of the way during intense on-site operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"38\"\u003eWhy does the top tip feature a red colored ring?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated red ring acts as a factory color-coded identifier allowing warehouse teams and radio fleet managers to quickly distinguish this specific model from alternative frequency bands at a glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"40\"\u003eWill this antenna reduce my overall operational transmission range?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause stubby configurations use a shortened internal wire coil compared to standard full-length flexible whips, you will notice a slight reduction in total range footprint, making it ideal for localized facility or campus communication environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"41\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"42\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"43\"\u003e1-year manufacturer's warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Icom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33227017977944,"sku":"FASC56VS","price":13.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0062\/0845\/4744\/files\/FASC56VSb.png?v=1779997786","url":"https:\/\/www.atlanticradiocorp.com\/products\/icom-fasc56vs-vhf-stubby-antenna","provider":"Atlantic Radio Communications Corp. 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