Shakespeare QCM-S Quick Connect Stainless Steel Ratchet Mount for Antennas up to 8 Feet

The Shakespeare QCM-S Quick Connect Stainless Steel Ratchet Mount is a deck or side-mounting base built for Shakespeare Quick Connect antennas. Its four-way ratchet action and fast-release handle let you lay the antenna down quickly for low-bridge clearance or storage, then bring it back upright and locked in place without re-running cable. The Quick Connect design means the antenna itself can be removed and reinstalled without disconnecting or resoldering the coax each time.

Each mount includes a Centerpin PL-259 connector, giving a solder-free hookup right at the base, and a water and dust protection cap that stays fastened to the mount so it cannot be lost overboard or misplaced during storage. The mount is built from stainless steel for corrosion resistance in a marine environment, and it is rated to handle antennas up to 8 feet (2.4 meters) in length. Mounting uses a 1 inch-14 thread with a 9/32 inch diameter bolt hole pattern spaced 3 inches by 1/2 inch on center, making it compatible with standard Shakespeare Quick Connect antenna bases.

Specifications

• Brand: Shakespeare
• Manufacturer Part Number: QCM-S
• Antenna Type: Mounts
• Thread Size: 1 inch-14
• Bolt Hole Diameter: 9/32 inch (7.14 mm)
• Bolt Hole Spacing: 3 inches x 1/2 inch (76.2 mm x 12.7 mm) on center
• Maximum Antenna Length: 8 feet (2.4 meters)
• Material: Stainless Steel
• Included Accessories: Centerpin PL-259 Connector, Water and Dust Protection Cap
• Weight: 2.58 pounds
• UPC: 719441111304

Fitment

• Designed for deck or side mounting of Shakespeare Quick Connect antennas up to 8 feet (2.4 meters) in length

Replaces (OEM)

• Not applicable - this is a mounting base, not a cross-referenced replacement part

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Shakespeare QCM-S ratchet mount used for? The Shakespeare QCM-S is a stainless steel ratchet mount for deck or side mounting of Shakespeare Quick Connect antennas, letting the antenna be laid down and raised again using a four-way ratchet action and fast-release handle.

Can I remove the antenna without disconnecting the cable? Yes, the Quick Connect design of the QCM-S mount allows the antenna to be removed and reinstalled without the hassle of re-installing cables.

What size antennas does the QCM-S mount support? This mount handles Shakespeare Quick Connect antennas up to 8 feet (2.4 meters) in length.

What material is the QCM-S mount made of? It is built from stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance in marine use.

Does the QCM-S mount include a connector for installation? Yes, a Centerpin PL-259 connector is included with the QCM-S mount for easy, solder-free installation.

What are the mounting bolt hole dimensions for the QCM-S? The QCM-S uses a 9/32 inch (7.14 mm) diameter bolt hole pattern spaced 3 inches by 1/2 inch (76.2 mm x 12.7 mm) on center.

What thread size does the Shakespeare QCM-S use? The QCM-S mount uses a 1 inch-14 thread.

Does the mount protect against water and dust when not in use? Yes, the QCM-S includes a water and dust protection cap that stays fastened to the mount so it does not get lost.

How much does the QCM-S mount weigh? The Shakespeare QCM-S ratchet mount weighs 2.58 pounds.

Is the QCM-S suitable for both deck and side mounting? Yes, the QCM-S ratchet mount is designed for either deck or side mounting of Quick Connect antennas.

Why use a ratchet mount instead of a fixed mount? A ratchet mount like the QCM-S allows quick laydown of the antenna for clearance or storage and fast, easy raising back into position using its four-way ratchet action, which a fixed mount does not offer.