Ka-Band Antenna

A new 5.6-meter Ka-Band antenna has been added to the company's extensive range of Earth Station Antennas. At Ka-Band, this antenna gives excellent Gateway Station performance for high-density data, mobile voice communications networks and television broadcast video distribution applications.

The antenna is a second-generation antenna with superior gain. This antenna permits communications system integrators and designers to bring their Ka-Band gateway systems on-line rapidly and economically. It is compliant with ASTRA, EUTELSAT, INTELSAT, ITU, and U.S. FCC regulations.

The new antenna has a uniquely formed dual-reflector Gregorian optics system coupled with close-tolerance manufacturing techniques for accurate surface contour, high gain, efficiency, and closely controlled pattern characteristics. A newly designed rain deviator ensures that the feed window remains dry, even in high wind conditions. The rugged low backlash mount construction provides 125 mph (200 km/hr) wind survival and accounts for low values of beam radial pointing errors during tracking modes.

For extended product life, the antenna's ground mount assembly is manufactured from hot-dipped galvanized steel. Stainless steel hardware provides maximum resistance against corrosion. Equipment options, including hub mounted equipment enclosure, anti-icing equipment, and pressurization systems, are available for cost effective system expansion.

Andrew Corporation, 10500 W. 153rd St., Orland Park, IL 60462-3099. Tel: 708-349-3300; Fax: 708-349-5943.