When installing an aftermarket head unit or relocating audio components in a vehicle where the factory antenna cable falls just short of reaching the new stereo’s input jack, splicing or stretching existing wiring is never an option. Manufactured by Metra Electronics under their specialized AntennaWorks mobile signal integration line, the 18-Inch AM/FM Antenna Extension Cable (Part No. 44-EC18) is engineered specifically to bridge the gap while maintaining pristine signal transfer and zero static loss.
Part Number Breakdown and Cable Architecture
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Brand / Series (44 / AntennaWorks): Metra’s premier mobile antenna and signal accessory division designed for OEM-matching connectors and low-loss reception.
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Component Type (EC): Denotes an antenna extension cable engineered to bridge physical distance between vehicle harness runs and head-unit receiver ports.
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Length Specification (18): Measures 18 inches (46 cm) in total length, providing just enough slack to eliminate tension behind tight dashboard consoles.
Key Features and Functional Capabilities
Deploying the Metra 44-EC18 antenna extension cable in your audio installation delivers major operational advantages:
1. Low-Loss Coaxial Shielding
Constructed with fully shielded coaxial cable wire that prevents electromagnetic interference (EMI) and alternator whine from bleeding into your AM/FM radio reception.
2. Standard Motorola Plugs
Equipped with a standard male Motorola plug on one end and a female Motorola jack on the other, ensuring direct, snap-fit compatibility with factory antenna leads and aftermarket radios.
3. Flexible and Durable Outer Jacket
Encased in a pliable, black protective PVC jacket that bends easily around sharp dash braces and steering columns without kinking or degrading internal conductor integrity.
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