LP-30-2000

The LP-30-2000 is a wideband, military-grade High Gain Log Periodic Dipole Antenna (LPDA) designed for seamless directional performance across the 30–2000 MHz spectrum. This heavy-duty array provides a unified solution for VHF and UHF communications, encompassing tactical radio, cellular, and lower microwave bands. Built from ultra-corrosion-resistant 6063T6 aluminum and fully compliant with MIL-STD-810G, the LP-30-2000 is engineered for rapid tactical deployment and survivability in the most extreme environmental conditions.

Design: Wideband Tactical Mastery

The LP-30-2000 is optimized for operators who require a single, high-power directional aperture to manage diverse signals across nearly the entire tactical spectrum.

• Ultra-Wideband 30–2000 MHz Coverage: This antenna eliminates the logistical burden of multiple narrow-band arrays. It is perfectly suited for multi-role missions including signal monitoring, broadband scanning, and high-intensity jamming of tactical networks.
• High-Intensity 500W Power Handling: Engineered for continuous-duty electronic attack, the array manages up to 500 Watts of RF throughput (with higher options available), ensuring a dominant Jamming-to-Signal (J/S) ratio.
• Directional 8 dBi Gain: By focusing RF energy into a defined 80-degree horizontal beam, the antenna provides superior standoff range while maintaining a 16 dB Front-to-Back ratio to protect friendly personnel behind the array.
• Pure LPDA Architecture: The array uses full-sized radiating elements without loading techniques. This "pure" design ensures maximum efficiency and linear performance across its massive 1.97 GHz bandwidth.

Construction: Rapid Deployment & Combat Resilience

Despite its impressive 4.8-meter length and 5.0-meter width, the LP-30-2000 is built for fast-moving tactical teams.

• 5-Minute Rapid Assembly: Designed for agility, the antenna can be assembled in less than 5 minutes by two technicians. It features foldable elements and a stainless steel stud system for fast, secure attachment to marked positions on the support boom.
• Compact Logistics: The antenna’s 2.6-meter shipping length makes it highly suitable for mobile and tactical transport in standard vehicles or containers.
• MIL-SPEC Environmental Protection: The entire structure is protected by an epoxy-based powder coating in Olive Green. All hardware consists of 316 marine-grade stainless steel, providing immunity to the saline corrosion found in coastal theaters.
• D.C. Grounded Protection: The antenna operates at D.C. ground, providing a safe discharge path for lightning and bleeding off static noise for high-fidelity surveillance.

Technical Features

• Unified 30–2000 MHz Coverage: A single feed point for the entire VHF/UHF tactical band.
• Switchable Polarization: The mounting arrangement allows for easy rotation between horizontal and vertical polarization.
• Heavy-Duty Wind Rating: Built to withstand environmental stress and wind speeds up to 180 Km/Hr.
• N-Female Termination: Industry-standard connection for high-power coaxial integration.
• Center-Boom Mounting: Balanced mounting for 38-75 mm (1.5-3 inch) diameter masts.

Strategic EW, SIGINT & Monitoring Compatibility: LP-30-2000

The LP-30-2000 is a "Force Multiplier" in the electromagnetic spectrum. Its unique ability to cover 30 MHz to 2000 MHz with a single feed point allows a tactical team to transition from monitoring low-band VHF combat nets to jamming high-band UHF cellular triggers without swapping hardware.

Below is the strategic compatibility profile for Electronic Warfare (EW), Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Spectrum Monitoring.

1. Electronic Warfare (EW) & Electronic Attack (EA)

The LP-30-2000 is primarily a Directional Denial Asset. In EW, "Gain is Range," and the 8 dBi directional gain of this array allows an operator to focus 500W of jamming power toward a specific adversary node while maintaining a "quiet zone" for friendly forces behind the antenna.

• RCIED Neutralization: Covers the entire 30–2000 MHz threat profile for Remote Controlled Improvised Explosive Devices. This includes everything from legacy long-wavelength VHF triggers to modern GSM/CDMA/UMTS cellular initiators.
• Tactical Communications Jamming: The 16 dB Front-to-Back ratio is critical for "Self-Protection." It allows a jamming team to suppress enemy VHF/UHF tactical nets (30–512 MHz) while minimizing the "Electronic Fratricide" or interference caused to their own command post located in the antenna’s rear lobe.
• Power Density: By compressing the signal into an 80-degree horizontal beam, the LP-30-2000 creates a much higher Jamming-to-Signal (J/S) ratio than an omni-directional antenna. This is vital for "breaking" the link between a drone and its controller in C-UAS missions.

2. Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) & Electronic Support (ES)

In SIGINT, the goal is "Intercept and Locate." The LP-30-2000’s linear performance and lack of loading coils make it an elite tool for high-fidelity signal acquisition.

• Wideband Search & Intercept: Because the antenna does not use loading techniques, it provides a consistent noise floor across the entire 1.97 GHz bandwidth. This allows automated SIGINT receivers to scan from the VHF tactical band to the L-band GNSS/Sat-com bands without impedance-mismatch "blind spots."
• Direction Finding (DF) Compatibility: The sharp 80° Horizontal / 60° Vertical beamwidth allows for "Line-of-Bearing" (LOB) estimation. By rotating the antenna for maximum signal strength (RSSI), operators can triangulate the location of an enemy transmitter with high accuracy.
• Polarization Agility: The ability to switch between Horizontal and Vertical polarization in the field is vital for Intercept. Many high-band data links are horizontally polarized, while tactical radios are vertical; the LP-30-2000 handles both with a simple mechanical rotation.

3. Spectrum Monitoring & Surveillance

For long-term surveillance and regulatory monitoring, the LP-30-2000 provides the stability and environmental hardening required for "Persistent Awareness."

• D.C. Grounded Safety: The low-resistance discharge path bleeds off P-Static (Precipitation Static) caused by wind and rain. For monitoring teams, this results in a cleaner signal with less "grass" or background noise, allowing for the detection of weak, low-power "burst" transmissions.
• Multi-Mission Monitoring: One LP-30-2000 can simultaneously monitor:
  • VHF Low/High: Tactical radio and Air Traffic Control.
  • UHF: Public safety, LMR, and telemetry.
  • Cellular: GSM 900, GSM 1800, CDMA, and UMTS 2100.
• Coastal & Extreme Resilience: The MIL-STD-810G salt-fog and fungus resistance makes it compatible with persistent littoral (coastal) surveillance where standard antennas would fail due to corrosion within months.