GME ABL013B Single Swivel Rectangular Antenna Base Suit AW36XX Whips Black

GME ABL013B Black Nylon Single Swivel Rectangular Marine Antenna Base for AW36xx Whips

The black nylon version of the GME ABL013 single swivel rectangular marine antenna base, the ABL013B is part of the ABL01x series of plug and play marine antenna bases for the AW36xx range of GME marine antenna whips, featuring a 5m lead assembly, FME connector, and frequency coded inserts for VHF, AM/FM, and 27MHz identification.

Product overview

The GME ABL013B is the black nylon version of the ABL013 single swivel rectangular marine antenna base, part of the ABL01x series of plug and play marine antenna bases designed for the AW36xx range of GME marine antennas. It includes a 5m lead assembly and FME connector, with colour coded inserts for VHF, AM/FM, and 27MHz frequency identification.

The single swivel rectangular design suits a range of vessel mounting positions, and the ground independent design means it does not require a conductive hull for antenna performance, making it suitable for fibreglass, aluminium, and GRP vessels. The white version of this base is the ABL013. The ABL01x series also includes double swivel and round base variants in both black and white.

Features and benefits

Black nylon construction: Lightweight, corrosion resistant nylon construction suited to the marine environment.

Single swivel rectangular base: An adjustable single pivot mount in a compact rectangular footprint suited to a range of vessel mounting positions.

Suits all AW36xx antenna whips: Compatible with the full GME AW36xx series of marine antenna whips.

Ground independent design: No conductive hull required, making the ABL013B suitable for fibreglass, aluminium, and GRP vessels.

FME connector included: A fast fit FME connector enables tool free whip installation and removal.

5m lead assembly included: A ready to route lead length suited to most vessel installations.

Frequency coded inserts included: Colour coded inserts for VHF, AM/FM, and 27MHz provide visual identification of the antenna frequency at the base.

Part of the ABL01x series: A range of single and double swivel, round and rectangular bases in both black and white, with the ABL013B as the black single swivel rectangular option.

Technical specs

Compatible with

The ABL013B is compatible with the full GME AW36xx series marine antenna whips, suited to VHF marine, AM/FM, and 27MHz CB antenna installations. Suitable for fibreglass, aluminium, and GRP vessel hulls. The white equivalent is the GME ABL013 for matching pairs across a vessel. Compatible with other GME ABL01x series bases for a consistent marine antenna system.

FAQ

What frequency colour coded inserts are included with the ABL013B?

The ABL013B includes colour coded inserts for VHF, AM/FM, and 27MHz. These inserts colour match the base to the corresponding whip type, making it easy to identify which antenna serves which radio system at a glance.

How does the ABL013B differ from the ABL013?

The ABL013B and ABL013 are functionally identical, both single swivel rectangular marine bases with a 5m lead, FME connector, ground independent design, and AW36xx whip compatibility. The only difference is colour: the ABL013B is black with black nylon construction while the ABL013 is white. GME describes the black nylon construction as lightweight and corrosion resistant.

What is the ABL01x series and what other options are available?

The ABL01x series is GME's range of marine antenna bases for AW36xx whips, including single and double swivel options and round or rectangular base plates in both black and white. The ABL013B is the black single swivel rectangular option, alongside the ABL012B (black double swivel rectangular) and ABL013 (white single swivel rectangular). Contact us to confirm the full current range.

Is a splash proof cap included with the ABL013B?

A splash proof cap is confirmed as included with the ABL012B and ABL013. It is not explicitly confirmed in the ABL013B box contents. Contact us before purchasing to confirm whether a splash proof cap is included with the ABL013B kit.

Is the ABL013B suitable for a fibreglass vessel?

Yes. The ground independent design means the ABL013B does not rely on a conductive hull for antenna ground plane, making it appropriate for fibreglass, aluminium, GRP, and other non metallic vessel hulls.