CPI SAT 3180 Ka-Band 1.8M Antenna
TX/RX for linear and circular pols from 27.0 to 31.0GHz
3180 1.8M Ka-Band VSAT Antenna
The CPI SAT (formerly GD Satcom Technologies & Prodelin) 3180 1.8M Ka-Band Antenna features high gain for circular and Ka-Band linear polarization transmit and receive system applications.
Model Numbers
- 3180-700 Linear Receive Only
- 3180-710 Circular Receive Only
- 3180-990 w/0800-4524 Linear TX/RX Cross-Pol
- 3180-990 w/0800-4379 Circular Polarization Transmit and Receive
- 3180-990 w/0800-4325 Dual-Pol
CPI SAT's products encompass the design, development, and manufacture of microwave and satellite communication antennas for domestic and international applications. We specialize in providing high quality, cost-effective antennas for both the two-way Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) marketplace and receive-only applications. Additional products include unique special purpose antennas for such customers as NASA and defense contractors.
Electrical |
Ka-Band Circular |
Ka-Band Circular |
Ka-Band Linear |
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Antenna Size |
1.8 M |
1.8 M |
1.8 M |
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Operating Frequency (GHz) |
Receive Transmit |
20.20 - 21.20 GHz 30.00 - 31.00 GHz |
19.40 - 21.20 GHz 29.20 - 31.00 GHz |
18.70 - 21.20 GHz 27.00 - 31.00 GHz |
Midband Gain ( +/- .5 dB) |
Receive Transmit |
49.40 dBi 52.60 dBi |
49.20 dBi 52.40 dBi |
49.20 dBi 52.40 dBi |
VSWR |
1.25:1 max |
1.3:1 max |
Rx: 1.5:1 max Tx: 1.3:1 max |
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Pattern Beamwidth (in degrees at midband) |
-3 dB -15 dB |
Rx: 0.56° Tx: 0.38° Rx: 1.26° Tx: 0.86° |
Rx: 0.57° Tx: 0.39° Rx: 1.28° Tx: 0.87° |
Rx: 0.58° Tx: 0.40° Rx: 1.31° Tx: 0.88° |
Sidelobe Envelope, Co-Pol (dBi) |
29 - 25 Logq dBi |
29 - 25 Logq dBi |
29 - 25 Logq dBi |
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100l / D < q ≤ 20° |
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20° < q ≤ 26.3° |
-3.5 dBi |
-3.5 dBi |
-3.5 dBi |
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26.3° < q ≤ 48° |
32 - 25 Logq dBi |
32 - 25 Logq dBi |
32 - 25 Logq dBi |
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q > 48° |
-10 dBi (averaged) |
-10 dBi (averaged) |
-10 dBi (averaged) |
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Antenna Noise Temperature |
162 K |
162 K |
165 K |
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5° Elevation |
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10° Elevation |
131 K |
131 K |
134 K |
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20° Elevation |
108 K |
108 K |
111 K |
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40° Elevation |
94 K |
94 K |
97 K |
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Power Handling |
100 W |
100 W |
100 W |
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Cross Polarization Isolation On Axis Within 1.0 dB Beamwidth |
24.80 dB 24.80 dB |
Rx: 17.70 dB Tx: 21.30 dB Rx: 17.70 dB Tx: 21.30 dB |
Rx: 30.00 dB Tx: 35.00 dB 26 dB |
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Output Waveguide Interface Flange |
Rx: WR42 Tx: WR28 |
Rx: WR42 Tx: WR28 |
Rx: WR42 Tx: WR28 |
Mechanical |
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Reflector Material |
Glass Fiber Reinforced Polyester SMC, Ka-Band Formulation |
Antenna Optics |
Prime Focus, Offset Feed |
Mast Pipe Size |
5.0” SCH 40 Pipe (5.56” OD) 14.1 cm |
Elevation Adjustment Range |
5°to 90°, Continuous Fine Adjustment |
Azimuth Adjustment Range |
± 10°Fine Adjustment, 360°Continuous |
Shipping Specifications |
295 lbs. (134 kg.) |
Environmental Performance |
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Wind Loading |
Operational Survival |
50 mph (80 km/h) 125 mph (201 km/h) |
Temperature (operational) |
- 40°to 140°F (- 40°to 60°C) |
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Rain (operational) |
½” / hr |
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Atmospheric Conditions |
Salt, Pollutants and Contaminants as Encountered in Coastal and Industrial Areas |
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Solar Radiation |
360 BTU/h/ft2 |
Circular and Linear Ka-Band Transmit and Receive