AWD-1117 Wideband GPS/GNSS Discone Antenna (1100-1700 MHz)
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AWD-1117

AWD-1117 wide band discone antenna

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The AWD-1117 emphasizes its specialized coverage of the L-Band, specifically targeting all GPS and GNSS frequencies (L1, L2, L5). This antenna is positioned as a critical asset for high-precision timing, satellite signal monitoring, and anti-GNSS jamming applications in both fixed-base and vehicular tactical environments.

Logistics: Factory-Assembled for Rapid Tactical Integration

The AWD-1117 is engineered for immediate operational readiness, arriving in a fully assembled condition to eliminate the need for complex field setup. Its compact, radome-enclosed design facilitates easy handling and rapid deployment, making it ideal for both permanent base stations and mobile units. While supplied with a standard vertical pole mount (25-52mm), the antenna supports customized mounting configurations, including a NATO 4-hole flange for seamless integration onto tactical vehicles and armored platforms, ensuring a streamlined logistics chain for military and security procurement.

Durability: Radome-Protected All-Weather Construction

Built to maintain signal integrity in the world’s most punishing climates, the AWD-1117 features a ruggedized radome constructed from high-grade ABS and fiberglass. This enclosure provides a high-strength shield against physical impacts while remaining completely transparent to RF signals. The cylindrical profile is specifically optimized for low wind loading and the prevention of ice accumulation, ensuring the internal brass and aluminum radiating elements remain functional in arctic or high-velocity environments. To ensure a long service life in coastal areas, all supplied mounting hardware is crafted from Type 316 marine-grade stainless steel.

Efficiency: High-Performance L-Band Spectrum Solution

The AWD-1117 provides an exceptional Single-Antenna Solution for the 1100-1700 MHz spectrum, covering the entirety of the L-Band with high efficiency and low VSWR. Its omni-directional horizontal pattern is factory-tuned to ensure consistent 360-degree coverage without the need for field adjustments. Whether utilized for sensitive GNSS signal monitoring, high-power jamming, or wide-area spectrum surveillance, this discone delivers a stable radiation pattern that meets the rigorous broadband requirements of modern electronic warfare and satellite communication infrastructure.

Technical Features

  • Comprehensive L-Band Coverage: Continuous, high-efficiency operation from 1100 MHz to 1700 MHz, encompassing all L1, L2, and L5 GPS/GNSS frequencies.
  • Radome Enclosed Design: Internal elements are protected by a high-impact ABS and Fiberglass housing for total environmental isolation.
  • Premium Radiating Elements: Utilizes high-quality brass and aluminum elements to ensure maximum conductivity and stable VSWR.
  • Tactical Mounting Versatility: Supplied with a standard 25-52mm pole mount; NATO 4-hole vehicle flange available for mobile applications.
  • Zero Field Tuning: Arrives fully assembled and factory-calibrated for immediate "plug-and-play" reliability.
  • Marine-Grade Integrity: All mounting hardware and fasteners are made of Type 316 stainless steel for superior salt-fog resistance.
  • Aerodynamic Profile: Cylindrical enclosure reduces wind drag and prevents ice formation for stable performance in high-altitude or arctic conditions.
  • High Efficiency: Optimized for both transmitting and receiving, making it ideal for jamming and spectrum monitoring.
  • Aesthetically Pleasing: Streamlined design provides a low-profile, professional appearance for fixed-site base stations.
  • RF Transparency: Advanced radome materials ensure minimal signal attenuation across the entire 1.1–1.7 GHz band.

Design Features: AWD-1117 wide band discone antenna is specially designed for omni-directional coverage. Due to its low VSWR through entire band from 1100-1700 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 compact size of dicone antenna allows easy handling and specially designed mounting hardware results in fast installation. The discone antenna is supplied complete in assembled condition. This discone antenna is designed to mount on the vertical pole having diameter between 25-52mm with supplied mounting hardware. The antenna is also suitable for man-pack application if used with N-Male to N-Male adaptor.

Constructions: The AWD-1117 Wide Band Discone Antenna is rugged all weather model, enclosed in a ABS radome, uses all brass elements and does not require any field tuning or adjustments. The AWD-1117 wide band discone antenna consists of all brass radiating elements and enclosed in fiber glass housing. The ABS has excellent transparency for Radio Signal and mechanically Robust to support extra mechanical strength to the discone antenna. Cylindrical enclosure is used for low wind loading and for minimal effect of ice formation on the antenna operation as well as providing an aesthetically pleasing appearance. The mounting hardware is made of marine grade stainless steel.

Electrical Specifications:
Frequency Range1100-1700 MHz
Gain2.15 dBi
Bandwidth600 MHz
PolarizationVertical
Input Impedance50 Ohms
Radiation PatternOmni-directional
Beamwidth -3dB.78 Degrees (Vertical)
VSWR - Equal To or Better Then2.5:1
RF Power Handling Capacity500 Watts
Input TerminationN-Female


 

Mechanical Specifications:
Antenna MaterialsAluminum & Fiber Glass
Mounting Hardware -MaterialsMarine Grade Stainless Steel
Wind Rating180 Km/Hr.
Overall Length150 mm (antenna only)
Shipping Length200 mm
Radiating Material6063T6 Aluminum Alloy
Insulator MaterialTeflon & Delrin
Maximum Mount Pipe Diameter52 mm (2 Inches)
Radome MaterialABS
Gross Weight1 Kg.


 

Environmental Specifications:
Operating Temperature(-) 30 to +85 Degrees Celsius
Storage Temperature(-) 30 to +85 Degrees Celsius
Humidity0 to 95% RH