PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS S-band and C-band Weather Radar Antenna/Pedestal Systems These systems provide state-of-the-art brushless servo control electronics, using a precision commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) actuator in elevation and a compound planetary drive train in azimuth. The S-Band and C-Band weather radar systems are the first in a family of advanced weather radar antenna/ pedestal systems from ASC Signal. The family meets ISO 9001 specifications and consists of a number of different diameter antennas and pedestals operating in S-band or C-band frequencies. This includes the antenna system used for the NEXRAD program. Features include replaceable main bearing (without disturbing the antenna), main sump, slip ring brush block assemblies and gearbox double lip shaft seals. These systems provide state-of-the-art brushless servo control electronics, using a precision commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) actuator in elevation and a compound planetary drive train in azimuth. This provides for smooth positioning of the antenna in elevation and continuous rotation in azimuth. All antenna sizes and frequencies use the proprietary NEXRAD feed design concept to minimize radiation sidelobe and reduce ground reflections. The reflector surface tolerance results in a high gain and high efficiency antenna performance. These antenna/pedestal systems are capable of continuous azimuth scanning and incremental stepping or sector scanning in elevation to support identification and tracking of meteorological phenomena from remote sites. These systems position the radar antenna in any azimuth and elevation orientation within the specified travel limits to allow a high degree of accuracy in tracking storm movement. • Lightweight aluminum reflector antenna • High antenna gain performance • Single and optional dual polarization • Feed forward servo compensation • Optional hand-held controller • Elevation fail-safe brake S P E C I F I C AT I O N S S-band and C-band Weather Radar Antenna/Pedestal Systems Electrical Performance Antenna Diameter (meters) Operating Frequency (GHz) Polarization 3 dB Beamwidth (nom.) Gain (min.) First Sidelobe Level Cross-Polarization Peak Power (max.) Average Power (max.) VSWR (max.) Weight (kg) 3.7 5.4-5.9 linear 1.05º 43.6 dBi -27 dB -27 dB 350 kW 700 W 1.4 300 4.5 2.7-2.9 linear 1.7º 39.8 dBi -25 dB -27 dB 800 kW 1600 W 1.4 400 Positioner Performance for 8 .5 m , 6.1 m Travel Azimuth Elevation Velocity Azimuth Elevation Acceleration Azimuth Elevation Position Accuracy Azimuth Elevation Pedestal Net Weight 6.1 2.7-2.9 linear 1.25º 42.3 dBi -26 dB -27 dB 1 MW 2 kW 1.45 614 6.1 5.6-5.65 linear .65º 47.5 dBi -26 dB -27 dB 250 kW 125 W 1.2 614 8.5 5.6-5.6 linear .5º 51.6 dBi -26 dB -27 dB 500 kW 1 kW 1.45 1020 Positioner Performance for 4.5 m, and 3.1 m Travel Azimuth Elevation Velocity Azimuth Elevation Acceleration Azimuth Elevation Position Accuracy Azimuth Elevation Pedestal Net Weight continuous -3° to +92° .05°/sec to 36°/sec .05°/sec to 15°/sec 18°/sec2 12°/sec2 +/- 10° +/- 10° 5910 kg Shipping Information 6.1 m antenna Box 1 Box 2 6.1 m pedestal Box1 Box2 Box3 8.5 m antenna Box 1 Box 2 Box 3 Box 4 Box 5 8.5 m pedestal Box 1 Box 2 Box 3 Box 4 4.5 5.4-5.9 linear .95º 45 dBi -30 dB -27 dB 350kW 700 W 1.4 400 continuous -5° to + 90° .05°/sec to 36°/sec .05°/sec to 36°/sec 20°/ sec2 20°/ sec2 +/- .10° +/- .10° 4657 kg Environmental Dimensions (L x W x H)(m) 3.8 x 1.7 x 1.5 1.3 x 1.3 x 1 Gross Weight (kg) 991 198 2.2 x 2.2 x 2.2 2.5 x 2.5 x 2.4 1.3 x 1.0 x 1.0 2075 3082 94 5.3 x 1.7 x 2.4 .9 x .5 x .6 2.1 x 1.3 x 1.5 2.9 x .7 x. 7 5.0 x 1.2 x .3 1100 38 327 320 105 2.2 x 2.2 x 2.2 2.5 x 2.5 x 2.4 1.3 x 1.0 x 1.0 1.5 x 1.5 x 1.3 2075 3082 94 1136 Temperature Operating Non-operating Humidity Operation -40°C to + 45°C -55°C to + 65°C up to 98% at 40°C in a radome ISO 9001 CERTIFIED FIRM Call today for pricing and interface details for your application. ASC Signal also supplies custom design, system integration, field installation, and test services. ASC Signal Corporation Internet: www.ascsignal.com All designs, specifications and availabilities of products and services presented in this bulletin are subject to change without notice.