Shakespeare PL-258-G Gold Plated Marine Barrel Connector for PL-259 Cables

The Shakespeare PL-258-G Gold Plated Marine Barrel Connector joins two PL-259-ended coaxial cables, letting you extend an antenna coax run or connect two PL-259-terminated cables together without cutting or resplicing the cable. It is part of Shakespeare's line of marine grade connectors and adapters built for antenna installations aboard boats, where connectors are routinely exposed to salt air, moisture, and temperature swings.

The connector body is gold-plated brass. The gold plating better withstands the elements compared to traditional connector finishes and minimizes the signal loss that can develop at a connector joint over time, helping keep VHF, satellite radio, and other marine antenna coax runs performing as they should. The barrel design accepts PL-259-ended cables on each end, making it a straightforward way to join two coax runs in an antenna installation.

Specifications

• Brand: Shakespeare
• Manufacturer Part Number: PL-258-G
• Product Type: Barrel Connector (Fittings)
• Connector Type: UHF Female to UHF Female
• Cable Type: Coaxial
• Material: Gold-Plated Brass
• Color: Golden
• Compatible Devices: Audio Equipment, Data Processing Units, Marine-Specific Equipment, Video Devices
• Weight: 0.04 pounds
• Unit Count: 1
• UPC: 719441110895
• Category: Marine Antennas
• Warranty: Limited Warranty

Fitment

Fits any coaxial cable terminated with PL-259 connectors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Shakespeare PL-258-G barrel connector do? It joins two PL-259-ended coaxial cables together, letting you connect or extend an antenna coax run without cutting and re-terminating the cable.

Is the PL-258-G gold-plated? Yes, the PL-258-G body is gold-plated brass, which better withstands marine elements and minimizes signal loss at the connector joint compared to traditional connector finishes.

What connector type is the PL-258-G? The PL-258-G is a UHF female to UHF female barrel connector, designed to accept PL-259-ended cables on each end.

What cable types work with the PL-258-G? The PL-258-G is designed for coaxial cable that is terminated with PL-259 connectors.

What is the PL-258-G made of? The PL-258-G barrel connector is made of gold-plated brass.

How much does the PL-258-G weigh? The Shakespeare PL-258-G weighs 0.04 pounds.

How many connectors come in the package? The PL-258-G ships as a single barrel connector, a unit count of 1.

Is the PL-258-G suitable for marine use? Yes, the PL-258-G is part of Shakespeare's marine grade line of connectors and adapters built for antenna installations exposed to salt air and moisture.

Does the PL-258-G work with audio and video equipment as well as marine antennas? The PL-258-G is compatible with audio equipment, data processing units, marine-specific equipment, and video devices that use PL-259-ended coaxial connections.

Is the Shakespeare PL-258-G genuine Shakespeare, not an aftermarket copy? Yes, the PL-258-G is a genuine Shakespeare part carrying Shakespeare's limited warranty.

What color is the PL-258-G connector? The PL-258-G has a gold, or golden, finish from its gold plating.