Description
The CPI Antenna Systems Division 4.6 Meter Trifold™ is a transportable satellite antenna system, designed for use worldwide in various applications serving data, voice and communications networks.
A broad range of adjustments provides non-critical Positioner/Trailer orientation and the ability to view geostationary satellites, horizonto-horizon, from any location worldwide. The system provides high quality and dependable antenna platform, supported by the worldwide CPI Antenna Systems Division service and support network.
The electrical performance and versatility allow the ability to configure the antenna with a variety of transmitting and receive feed assemblies. This versatility provides the ability to configure the antenna with multiple linearly or circularly polarized C-band, X-band, X-band Low Passive Intermodulation (PIM), Ku-band, K-band, and Ka-band feed systems. Each feed system has been designed to be easily removable for transport.
The antenna system design consists of a spun aluminium reflector, a removable sub-reflector, heavy-duty elevation over azimuth Positioner, and an optional heavy-duty Trailer for transport.
The 4.6m Trifold™ system provides a complete solution for mobile communications. Its versatility allows the system to be configured to meet various customer applications, including commercial andmilitary.
Trifold™ antennas can have a non-standard custom-designed configuration such as:
• Military trailers; 2 and 3 axles
• Equipment enclosures
• Environmental control
• Generators
• RF equipment integration
Features
• Tracking and Auto Acquisition
• UHF to Ka-Band Capabilities
• Various Configuration and Integration Options Available per Customer Request
• Three-Axis Motorization
• MTBF: >15,000 Hours
• MTTR: <30 Minutes
• Air Transport: C-141, C-17, C-5, C-130
• U.S. FCC Regulation 25-209 for Mandatory Pattern Requirements for 2º Satellite Spacing Based on Off Satellite Measurements at Ku Band
• ITU-R S.580 and S.465 Recommendations for Pattern Performance for 2° Spacing
• Rugged Aluminum and Steel Construction Provides 125 mph (200 km/h) Wind Survival in the Stow Position and 30 mph (48 km/hr) Gusting to 45 mph (72 km/h) in any Position of Operation