Overview
Communication and navigation antennas run long cable paths between exposed mast-top locations and below-deck electronics, demanding low-loss signal performance alongside full marine environmental protection.
Design & Construction
Low-Loss Coaxial & Signal Cable
Low-attenuation coaxial and shielded signal cable preserve VHF, radar, and GPS signal integrity across long mast-to-console cable runs, minimizing signal degradation on exposed installations.
Corrosion-Resistant Connector Systems
Gold-plated and nickel-plated RF connectors paired with IP68-sealed boots resist salt-fog corrosion at mast-top and deck-level antenna mounts, maintaining connection integrity across the vessel’s service life.
Manufacturing Process
Built under ISO 9001 process controls with 100% continuity, VSWR, and salt-fog testing to verify RF performance before shipment, keeping communication cabling reliable across commercial and leisure marine platforms.
Typical Applications
- VHF and satellite radio antenna cabling
- Radar and AIS interconnects
- Onboard communication system wiring
- GPS and navigation antenna leads
- Bridge-to-mast signal cable runs
Common installations include VHF and satellite radio antenna cabling, Radar and AIS interconnects, and Onboard communication system wiring, where corrosion resistance and sealed, submersible-rated protection against saltwater exposure are the primary design drivers. The same base design can also be adapted for GPS and navigation antenna leads and Bridge-to-mast signal cable runs with minor changes to connector type or cable length.
Technical Specifications
Standard configurations are available with the following technical specifications; custom configurations outside these ranges can be discussed with our engineering team. Cable Type: Low-loss coaxial / shielded signal cable. Conductor Count: Single-run to 24-circuit bundles. Insulation: UV-stable PVC / polyethylene jacketing. Temp Range: -30°C to +90°C. Sealing: IP68 connector boots. RF Performance: Low VSWR, salt-fog tested. Connector Plating: Gold / nickel-plated RF connectors.
Quality & Certification
Manufactured under ISO 9001 certification with DNV GL-approved cable constructions available for classification society communication and navigation equipment programs.
Customization & Lead Time
Standard lead time for the Marine Communication & Antenna Cable Assemblies is 4–6 weeks prototype, 2–3 weeks production reorder. Connector type, cable length, and conductor configuration can be customized to match your exact application, including connector sealing rating, cable length, and shielding to match your vessel’s specific installation requirements. Contact our engineering team with your drawings or requirements for a project-specific quote.
Why XinHarness
Communication and antenna cabling shares the same salt-fog-tested materials and IP68 sealing used across our engine room and deck equipment programs. See the Marine industry page, or request a quote for your project. For related technical background, see our article on how to select the right connectors for waterproof applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, marine assemblies including the Marine Communication & Antenna Cable Assemblies are built using corrosion-resistant materials and can be configured with IP67/IP68-rated waterproof connectors.
Our marine cable assemblies are manufactured under ISO 9001 quality management and can be built to relevant marine industry standards on request.
Yes, we regularly customize connector types, cable lengths, and routing configurations to match specific vessel layouts and equipment.
