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 Model AWD-127 117 - 137 MHz. Unity Gain 
 

NAVAL SHIPBOARD ANTENNA

Design Features: The AWD-127 Shipboard Discone Antenna is designed for broad-band omni-directional ground-based communications with aircraft. Discone Antenna is extended for used to communicate with VHF command radio sets in aircraft and such ground VHF stations in the terminal area. This discone antenna is designed for maximum vertical beamwidth to communicate with long range range and nearby aircraft.

Constructions: AWD-127 Shipboard Discone Antenna is rugged all weather model, uses high-grade brass material and does not require any field tuning or adjustments. The Discone antenna when packed, comes with Cone and Disc elements removed from the antenna body for ease of packing and shipment. The mounting hardware of discone antenna is made very versatile which is suitable to mount the antenna upto 52 mm dia pipe.

Electrical Specifications:
Frequency Range 117 - 137 MHz.
GainUnity
BandwidthEntire Band
PolarizationVertical
Input Impedance50 Ohms.
Radiation PatternOmni Directional
Beamwidth -3dB.80 Degrees (Vertical)
VSWR - Equal To or Better Then1:1.5
RF Power Handling Capacity500 Watts.
Input TerminationN-Female

Mechanical Specifications:
Antenna MaterialsAll Brass
Mounting Hardware -MaterialsStainless Steel
Weight Approx7 Kgs.
Wind Rating200 Km/Hr.
Overall Length1 Meter
Shipping Length1.2 Meters
Insulator MaterialTeflon
Maximum Mount Pipe Diameter 52 mm (2 Inches)

Environmental Specifications:
Operating Temperature(-)30 to +70 Degrees Celsius
Storage Temperature(-)40 to +80 Degrees Celsius
Humidity0 to 95% RH