GME LE05FME 5m Marine Antenna Extension
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GME LE05FME 5m Marine Antenna Extension

SKU: LE05FME
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$45
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Product features

5m Marine Grade RG58 FME Antenna Extension Lead Extends FME Antenna Installations on Vessels

Product Overview

The GME LE05FME is a 5m marine grade RG58 coaxial antenna extension lead with FME connectors, designed to extend the antenna cable run in GME FME-based marine and UHF CB antenna installations. Where the standard antenna lead is insufficient to reach the radio or head unit, the LE05FME adds 5 additional metres of marine grade RG58 coaxial cable with FME terminations at both ends.

The FME (Female Miniature Equivalent) connector is the standard used across GME's VHF marine, UHF CB, and marine accessory antenna range. The marine grade RG58 cable is UV and corrosion resistant for long-term outdoor and marine use.

The LE05FME is a lead only no radio, antenna, or adaptor is included.

Features & Benefits

  • 5m marine grade RG58 coaxial cable — 50-ohm coaxial cable with marine-grade jacket and insulation for UV and corrosion resistance
  • FME connectors — matches GME's FME-based antenna and radio connector standard used across the VHF, UHF CB, and marine range
  • Extends existing FME antenna installations — adds 5 metres to the existing cable run between the antenna and radio
  • Marine environment rated — construction suits the UV, salt spray, and moisture exposure of marine installations

Technical Specs

Specification Detail
Brand GME
Part number LE05FME
Product type Marine antenna extension lead
Cable length 5m
Cable type Marine grade RG58 coaxial
Connector type FME
Includes Lead only
Weight Not specified

Compatible With / Goes Well With

  • GME FME-terminated VHF marine antenna systems
  • GME FME-terminated UHF CB antenna systems (AE4700 series, AE4012K2, etc.)
  • Any GME radio or antenna using FME connectors
  • GME AD503 (FME to PL259) adaptor where PL259 radio input is required

Weight

Not specified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the LE05FME used for?

The LE05FME extends the cable run between a GME FME-terminated antenna and the connected radio by 5 metres. This is useful when the standard antenna lead is too short for the installation — for example, when the antenna is mounted at the mast or a remote vessel location and the radio head unit is a significant distance away.

What is the FME connector?

FME (Female Miniature Equivalent) is the compact coaxial connector standard used across GME's antenna and marine radio range. It is used on GME's VHF marine antenna cables, UHF CB antenna leads (including the AE4700 series, AE4012K2, and AE4018 kits), and various GME radio accessories. The LE05FME connects FME to FME, extending an existing FME cable run.

What is marine grade RG58 and why does it matter?

RG58 is a 50-ohm coaxial cable specification. Marine grade means the outer jacket and insulation are treated to resist UV degradation, salt spray, moisture, and corrosion — the conditions inherent in outdoor marine installations. Standard automotive or indoor RG58 cable will degrade more quickly in a marine environment.

Can the LE05FME be used with non-FME radios?

The LE05FME terminates in FME at both ends. For radios or devices with PL259/SO239 inputs, a GME AD503 (FME to PL259) adaptor is required at the radio end. Confirm the connector requirements for your radio before purchasing.

Can multiple LE05FME leads be connected in series?

Additional cable length can be added by chaining extension leads; however, every additional connector and metre of cable introduces some signal loss. For long cable runs, confirm with GME the maximum recommended cable length for your specific antenna and radio combination.