Readiness for Critical Missions
The PDA-180 delivers instant satellite connectivity across C, X, Ku, and Ka bands. Engineered for versatility, it ensures reliable, high-performance transmission for the most demanding applications, including DSNG, disaster relief, emergency communications, and network deployment.
Rapid Deployment
Designed for efficiency, the PDA-180 features an intuitive interface that allows for quick setup and operation with minimal training. The "One Touch" auto-deploy feature significantly reduces acquisition time, ensuring users can establish a stable link in minutes, even under challenging conditions.
High-Precision Mechanics
Featuring a precision-profiled reflector with a prime focus design, this antenna system delivers remarkably low sidelobes and excellent cross-polarization rejection. The robust three-axis positioner enables full rotation, while the entirely backlash-free drive system ensures pinpoint accuracy and reliability throughout its operational life.
- C, X, Ku, and Ka Bands options are available
- Carbon-Fiber design
- High EIRP and very good cross-polar rejection (>35 dBi)
- Integrated DVB-S/S2 & Beacon Receiver
- 0,01° pointing accuracy with resolvers at 3 axes
- Manual drive tool kit for emergency situations
- Supports OpenAMIP
- 4G / SG / LTE supported modem for load balancing and bonding solutionsOPTIONAL
- De-Ice SystemOPTIONAL
- Beacon trackingOPTIONAL
- Simultaneous X-Ka, Ku-Ka feeds OPTIONAL
- MIL-STD-810G Compliant
- MIL-STD-1472 Compliant
- MIL-STD-188-164A Compliant
- ITU-RS-580 Compliant
- ITU-RS-465-6 Compliant
| RF CHARACTERISTIC | C-Band | X-Band | Ku-Band | Ka-Band |
| Frequency (GHz) Tx | 5.85-6.725 | 7.90 - 8.40 | 13.75-14.50 | 27.50-30.00 |
| Frequency (GHz) Rx | 3.40-4.20 | 7.25 - 7.75 | 10.70-12.75 | 17.70-21.20 |
| Antenna Gain (±0.2 dBi) Tx | ≥39.50 | ≥41.21 | ≥46.50 | ≥52 |
| Antenna Gain (±0.2 dBi) Rx | ≥35.40 | ≥40.40 | ≥44.20 | ≥48.50 |
| Polarization | Circular / Linear | Circular | 2 Port Linear (3 Port Optional) | Circular |
| VSWR | 1.3 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Cross Polar Isolation | >35 dB within 1 dB beamwidth | |||
| Radiation Pattern Compliancy | Compliant with MIL-STD-188-164C, ITU RS. 580-6 & ITU RS. 465-6 | |||
| MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS | Azimuth | Elevation | Polarization | |
| Drive Rates Slow | 0.4°/ sec | 0.1° / sec | 0.4°/ sec | |
| Drive Rates Medium | 2.5°/ sec | 1.5° / sec | 1.9° / sec | |
| Drive Rates Fast | 4.5° / sec | 3.0°/ seс | 3.42°/ seс | |
| Antenna Travel Range | 360° | 0° to 90° | ± 115° | |
| Manual Override Mechanism | Manual override for elevation and azimuth drive system | |||
| ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS | ||||
| Temperature Range Operational | -30°C to 55°C, Compliant with MIL-STD-810g Method 501.5 and 502.5 | |||
| Temperature Range Survival | -40°C to 70°С, Compliant with MIL-STD-810g Method 501.5 and 502.5 | |||
| Wind Speed Operational | 90 km/h, Compliant with ESOG-120 | |||
| Wind Speed Unstowed | 125 km/h | |||
| Wind Speed Stowed | 190 km/h | |||
| Rain | Survival in heavy rainstorm ,Compliant with MIL-STD-810g Method 506.5 | |||
| Humidity | Up to 100% with condensation, Compliant with MIL-STD-810g Method 507.5 | |||
| Solar Radiation | Compliant with MIL-STD-810g Method 505.5 | |||
| Low Pressure | Compliant with MIL-STD-810g Method 500.5 | |||
| Shock | Compliant with MIL-STD-810g Method 516.5 | |||
| Sand and Dust | Compliant with MIL-STD-810g Method 510.5 | |||
| Temperature Shock | Compliant with MIL-STD-810g Method 503.5 | |||
| Icing | Compliant with MIL-STD-810g Method 521.3 | |||
| Acoustics | Compliant with MIL-STD-1472 | |||
