AWD-30-88 Wideband VHF Discone Antenna (30-88 MHz)
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AWD-30-88

VHF Military Discone Antenna

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AWD-30-88VHF Military Discone Antenna30 - 88 MHz.2.15 dBiDownload DatasheetDownload ManualPost Enquiry

The AWD-30-88 engineering strategy focuses on its rare capability to cover the entire 30-88 MHz VHF Lo-Band in a single, compact discone footprint. This makes it a high-value target for military communications, tactical FM, and broad-spectrum electronic warfare.

Logistics: Compact Transport & Rapid Deployment

The AWD-30-88 is engineered for logistical efficiency in demanding field operations. Despite its wide-frequency capability, the antenna features a Removable Element Design, allowing the cone and disc rods to be detached from the main body for highly compact packing and reduced shipping costs. Once on-site, the antenna’s intuitive assembly allows for rapid deployment without the need for field tuning or complex adjustments. This "knock-down" configuration ensures that high-performance VHF communications can be transported and established quickly, even in remote or tactical environments.

Durability: Tactical Grade Construction & Protection

Built to withstand the rigors of severe environmental exposure, the AWD-30-88 is constructed from 6063T6 ultra-corrosion-resistant architectural anodized aluminum alloy. To provide an extra layer of defense against UV radiation, salt spray, and chemical abrasion, the entire unit is finished with a high-durability epoxy-based olive green powder coating. The antenna’s integrity is further enhanced by an internal cable routing system, where the N-Female connector and feed cable are fully enclosed within the mounting pipe, shielding critical RF junctions from moisture and corrosion.

Efficiency: Single-Antenna Broadband Solution

The AWD-30-88 offers an exceptional Single-Antenna Solution for the entire 30-88 MHz VHF band, eliminating the need for multiple tuned antennas. Its ultra-wideband design maintains a low VSWR and high radiation efficiency across the spectrum, making it equally effective for high-power transmitting and sensitive receiving. Whether utilized for military FM communications, tactical jamming, or wide-spectrum monitoring, this discone provides consistent omni-directional coverage with the reliability required for mission-critical base station applications.

Technical Features & Specifications

  • Comprehensive Bandwidth: Full coverage of the 30–88 MHz VHF spectrum in a single omni-directional unit.
  • High-Efficiency Design: Optimized for both transmitting and receiving with low VSWR across the entire operating band.
  • Premium Materials: Built using 6063T6 military-grade anodized aluminum alloy for maximum strength-to-weight ratio.
  • Tactical Finish: Coated with an epoxy-based military olive green powder finish for superior environmental resistance.
  • Weather-Shielded Termination: N-Female connector and feed line are housed inside the mounting pipe for 100% weather protection.
  • Rugged Hardware: Features high-quality aluminum alloy hubs and all-stainless steel fasteners for long-term durability.
  • Field Readiness: Factory-tuned design requires zero field adjustments or specialized tools for installation.
  • Optimized Logistics: Elements are easily removable for compact storage, transport, and rapid field assembly.
  • Versatile Application: Specifically designed for base station spectrum monitoring, jamming, and tactical communication.

Design Features: AWD-30-88 wide band discone antenna uses 6063T6 ultra corrosion resistant architectural aluminum alloy and is specially designed for omni-directional coverage. Due to its low VSWR through entire band from 30-88 MHz., this discone antenna can be used as a transmitting and receiving antenna with high efficiency, to meet the broadband requirement of a base station antenna such as spectrum monitoring or jamming application. The wide band discone antenna when packed comes with cone and disc elements removed from the antenna body for ease of packing and shipment.

Construction: AWD-30-88 wideband discone antenna is rugged all weather model, does not require any field tuning or adjustments. The compact size of discone antenna allows easy handling and specially designed mounting hardware results in fast installation. The cone and disc hubs of wide band discone antennas are made of high quality aluminum and all fasteners are of marine grade stainless steel. Discone Antenna termination and feed cable lie enclosed inside the mounting pipe for complete weather protection. The antenna is supplied with powder coating finish to protect it further from sever environmental conditions.

Electrical Specifications:
Frequency Range30 - 88 MHz.
Gain2.15 dBi
BandwidthEntire Band
PolarizationVertical
Input Impedance50 Ohms
Radiation PatternOmni-directional
Beamwidth -3dB.78 Degrees (Vertical)
VSWR - Equal To or Better Then1:2.5
RF Power Handling Capacity1000 Watts
Input TerminationDIN-Female or N-Female

 

Mechanical Specifications:
Antenna Materials                            6063T6 Aluminum Alloy
Mounting Hardware -MaterialsMarine Grade Stainless Steel
Wind Rating190 Km/Hr.
Overall Length2.8 Meters
Shipping Length2.8 Meters
Support Pipe MaterialAluminum (Powder Coated)
Insulator MaterialTeflon & Nylon
Maximum Mount Pipe Diameter77 mm ( 3 Inches)
Gross Weight20 Kgs.

 

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