Telecommunication Systems TCS Type 3 X/Y Tracking Antenna
Precision carbon composite antennas, high-speed X/Y axis operation, tracks all low earth orbit satellites
Type-3 X/Y High Speed Tracking Antenna
The Telecommunication Systems Type 3 auto-tracking antenna system is a cost effective X/Y antenna pedestal technology that specializes in precision antenna tracking. Our systems are specifically designed for the Low and Medium earth orbits in support of Remote Sensing and TT&C applications. Applications include: AQUA, TERRA, NPP, MODIS, HRPT, SeaWifs, LANDSAT, SPOT, ENVISAT, ERS, IRS, RADARSAT, DMC, METOP.
Digisat offers a wide range of X/Y tracking antennas from 1.5-meters to 7.3-meters in diameter. When coupled with our installation expertise and worldwide support in such extreme environments as the Arctic, Middle East and Tropics - our vast antenna system offerings provide the customer a complete satellite telemetry and tracking solution.
Available Options
Dual frequency / polarization
High performance LNAs
Full RF chain
Frequency converters
Spectrum analyzers
RF switching
Demodulators/modems
Uplink amplifiers
Anti-icing
Webcams
Trailer mountable
Radomes
Installation services
Civil engineering
Key Features
X/Y axis configuration
No keyhole at zenith
Ideal for tracking LEO, MEO and GEO spacecraft
Ethernet (TCP/IP) antenna control and monitoring
Custom software control
Low power consumption
High reliability
Whether you're tracking a Low Earth Orbit satellite or providing remote sensing services, Digisat is ready to deliver a total turn-key high speed X/Y antenna system solution.
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Type 3 Tracking Antenna Specifications |
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Mechanical |
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Antenna Mount |
Type 3 X/Y |
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Aperture Size |
3.0m—4.2m (Outdoor System) 3.0m—5.0m (In-Radome System) |
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Pointing Accuracy |
<0.1° |
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Position Step Resolution |
0.00004° |
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Acceleration |
10°/s2 max |
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Velocity |
4°/s typical, 10°/s max |
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Degrees of Freedom |
2 (X and Y) |
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Axis Travel |
Full hemispheric coverage |
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Horizon limits |
-2° typical |
Control System |
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Interface |
Ethernet |
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Power |
110/240Vac, 1ph, 16A |
RF |
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Frequency Range |
L, S, X, C, Ku and Ka Band |
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Polarization |
LHCP and/or RHCP |
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Feed Configuration |
Prime Focus or Cassegrain |
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Subreflector |
Reflective or Frequency Selective |
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Typical Performance(1) 4.2m Outdoor |
S Band—16.0dB/K |
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4.2m Outdoor |
X Band—26.0dB/K |
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5.0m In-Radome |
S Band—17.0dB/K |
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5.0m In-Radome |
X Band—27.0dB/K |
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5.0m In-Radome |
X Band—29.2dB/K (Cassegrain) |
Environmental |
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Wind Speed |
100km/h wind (Operational)(2) 200km/h wind (Survival) |
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Temperature |
-10°C—+50°C (Operational)(2) -40°C—+70°C (Survival) |
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Humidity |
100% Relative Humidity |
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Driving Rain |
Up to 10cm/hr |
High Gain tracking applications, full motion X and Y axis configuration
