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Compact Dual Band Direction Finding Antenna

Compact Dual Band Direction Finding Antenna

Compact Dual Band Direction Finding Antenna

Product catalog summary
Specifications:
  • Electrical: Frequency range of 400 – 6000 MHz with vertical polarization. The DF frequency range is divided into Band C (400 – 3000 MHz) and Band D (3000 – 6000 MHz). The nominal input impedance is 50 Ω, and it features a 5-element DF array compatible with 5- to 2-channel receivers. Strong signal DF accuracy is less than 1º RMS.
  • Monitoring: Frequency range of 400 – 6000 MHz.
  • RF Interface: Equipped with 11 x TNC female connectors.
  • Mechanical: The antenna has a height of 720 mm and a diameter of 304 mm. It can be mounted using a fixed mounting flange for mast or mobile mounting. Made from aluminium and fibreglass, it weighs less than 12 kg.
  • Environmental: Designed to withstand wind speeds up to 160 km/h, operational temperatures from -31 ºC to +70 ºC, and has a water ingress rating of IP65.
Features:
  • Highly versatile and accurate for DF applications.
  • Vertical polarization and rugged construction.
Applications:
  • Suitable for mobile and fixed DF applications, and ideal for C-UAS applications.
Product Description:
The DF-A0121 is a compact dual-band direction finding antenna from Alaris Antennas, derived from the DF-A0062 wideband DF antenna. It operates effectively from 400 to 6000 MHz, suitable for both quick deployment and fixed applications. The 5-element DF array is housed within a radome, with electrical connections for ten channels accessible at the base. It also includes a dedicated monitoring channel.
DF Sensitivity Graph:
The graph demonstrates the direction finding sensitivity using a phase and amplitude correlative DF algorithm. Sensitivity is measured with an IF bandwidth of 1.25 kHz without averaging. The graph indicates the minimum signal required for a bearing fluctuation of less than 1º for 400 to 3000 MHz and less than 3º for 3000 to 6000 MHz. Adjustments may be necessary based on system specifics such as bandwidth and receiver noise figure.
Interoperability with DF Receivers:
The DF sensitivity is influenced by the receivers, processing, and algorithm used. The graph assumes a 5-channel, low noise receiver with a correlative algorithm. Sensitivity may degrade by 1 to 10 dB with a 2-channel receiver system. Attention is given to nulls in the band due to the large diameter mast, and reducing null depth can enhance system reliability depending on the receiver and algorithm.
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Compact Dual Band Direction Finding Antenna 400 – 6000 MHz Product Code: DF-A0121 SPECIFICATIONS: Electrical: Frequency range Polarisation Strong signal DF accuracy Band C: 400 – 3000 MHz; Band D: 3000 – 6000 MHz 50 Ω 5-element DF array (From 5- to 2-channel receiver compatible) < 1º RMS Monitoring: Frequency Range DF frequency range Nominal input impedance Antenna type Mechanical: Height Diameter Mounting method Material Weight FEATURES: • Highly versatile • Accurate DF applications • Vertical polarization • Rugged construction 720 mm 304 mm Fixed mounting flange for mast or mobile mounting Aluminium, fibreglass <12 kg Environmental: designed to meet the following specifications Wind survival 160 km/h Temperature (operational) - 31 ºC to +70 ºC Water ingress rating IP65 APPLICATIONS: • Mobile and fixed DF applications • Ideal for C-UAS applications PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The DF-A0121 direction finding antenna from Alaris Antennas originates from the well-established DF-A0062 wideband DF antenna. This antenna is the highest-frequency set, which works well from 400 to 6000 MHz. It is suitable for quick deployment as well as fixed applications. The 5-element DF array is located inside a radome with the electrical connections for the ten channels being available near the base, via the enclosure at the base of the antenna. The antenna also includes a dedicated Monitoring channel. www.alarisantennas.com Alaris Antennas has a policy of continuous improvement and hence specifications m

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Compact Dual Band Direction Finding Antenna 400 – 6000 MHz Product Code: DF-A0121 The graph illustrates the direction finding sensitivity of a typical system, modelled using a phase and amplitude correlative DF algorithm. The sensitivity is measured using an IF bandwidth of 1.25 kHz and without averaging. The graph shows the minimum signal required to obtain a bearing fluctuation of less than 1º for the frequency range 400 to 3000 MHz, less than 3º for the frequency range 3000 to 6000 MHz. The values should be adapted for the system in question if it uses a different bandwidth and receiver noise...

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