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AWD-20-1000

VHF UHF Military Discone Antenna

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AWD-20-1000VHF UHF Military Discone Antenna20 - 1000 MHz2.15 dBiDownload DatasheetDownload ManualPost Enquiry

The AWD-20-100 engineering emphasizes its incredible frequency agility, spanning the entire spectrum from 20 MHz to 1000 MHz. This "Master" wideband antenna is positioned as a critical asset for high-level spectrum monitoring, electronic warfare, and unified base station communications.

Logistics: Compact Transport & Rapid Tactical Setup

The AWD-20-1000 is designed to maximize operational readiness while minimizing logistical footprints. Featuring a Removable Element Design, the cone and disc rods can be detached from the main hub for streamlined packing and cost-effective international shipping. Its compact overall size allows for easy handling by a single operator, and the specially engineered mounting hardware ensures a fast, tool-free installation. This design is ideal for rapid-response units that need to establish broad-spectrum communication links in minutes.

Durability: Advanced Material Engineering

Constructed for ultimate longevity, the AWD-20-1000 utilizes 6063T6 ultra-corrosion-resistant architectural anodized aluminum alloy. To survive the most severe environmental conditions—from high-salt coastal air to intense desert UV—the antenna is finished with a specialized powder coating. Reliability is reinforced by the use of marine-grade stainless steel fasteners and an internal feed system where the antenna termination and cable are enclosed within the mounting pipe, providing 100% weather protection.

Efficiency: The Ultimate 20-1000 MHz Solution

The AWD-20-1000 provides a definitive Single-Antenna Solution for the entire range from 20 MHz up to 1 GHz. By maintaining a low VSWR across this massive bandwidth, it eliminates the need for multiple antennas and complex switching systems on a single tower. This high-efficiency design is perfectly suited for spectrum monitoring, signal jamming, and high-power transmitting, offering a stable omni-directional horizontal pattern that ensures reliable ground-to-ground and ground-to-air connectivity.

Technical Features & Specifications

  • Extreme Frequency Agility: Continuous, high-performance coverage from 20 MHz to 1000 MHz (1 GHz).
  • Universal Application: Optimized for both high-efficiency transmission and sensitive reception across VHF, UHF, and L-Band frequencies.
  • Premium Construction: Fabricated from 6063T6 architectural-grade aluminum alloy for high strength and low weight.
  • Weather-Sealed Design: Antenna termination and feed points are housed inside the mounting pipe for total protection against moisture and ice.
  • Tactical Protective Finish: Durable powder coating prevents corrosion and UV degradation in desert and coastal environments.
  • Zero Field Maintenance: Rugged all-weather model requires no field tuning or adjustments for immediate operation.
  • Marine-Grade Integrity: All hardware and fasteners are made from high-quality 316 stainless steel to prevent oxidation.
  • Smart Logistics: Removable elements allow for compact packaging, safe transport, and reduced freight costs.
  • Omni-Directional Stability: Provides a true 360-degree horizontal radiation pattern for consistent wide-area coverage.
  • High Radiation Efficiency: Engineered hubs and elements ensure maximum signal gain across the entire 20-1000 MHz band.

What’s in the AWD-20-1000 Discone Antenna Box?

Your AWD-20-1000 is shipped in a compact, knockdown configuration to ensure safe transport and reduced shipping costs. The package includes:

  • 1 x Main Antenna Body Hub: Precision-machined 6063T6 aluminum hub with integrated feed point.
  • Complete Disc Element Set: Removable radiating elements for the upper assembly.
  • Complete Cone Element Set: Removable radiating elements for the lower ground assembly.
  • Weatherproof Mounting Pipe: Designed to enclose and protect the antenna termination and feed cable.
  • High Grade Hardware Kit: All necessary high grade stainless steel fasteners and mounting clamps.
  • Test Reports: All standards test reports like Frequency Vs VSWR and outline drawing of antenna.
  • Installation Manual: Step-by-step guide for fast, tool-ready field assembly.

Design Features: AWD-20-1000 discone antenna is specially designed for Omni directional coverage. Due to it’s low VSWR through entire band from 20-1000 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 Discone antenna when packed comes with Cone and Disc elements removed from the antenna body for ease of packing and shipment.

Construction: AWD-20-1000 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 Range20 - 1000 MHz
Gain2.15 dBi
BandwidthEntire Band
PolarizationVertical
Input Impedance50 Ohms
Radiation PatternOmni-directional
Beamwidth -3dB.78 Degrees (Vertical)
VSWR - Equal To or Better Then1:3.0
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 Rating180 Km/Hr.
Overall Length4 Meters
Shipping Length2 Meters
Support Pipe MaterialPowder Coated Aluminum
Insulator MaterialTeflon & Nylon
Maximum Mount Pipe Diameter52 mm (2 Inches)
Gross Weight35 Kgs.

 

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