FA-370

FA-370 operational in USA

The FA-370 is a compact ultra high gain antenna which can be easily deployed by one person with no tools in less than 30 minutes.

All major components of the antenna including the multi segmented reflector plus integrated 3 axis mount and flight case system are moulded from carbon fibre, which makes it more practical to transport than many much smaller antennas, yet the 3.7m diameter allows for an uplink EIRP previously unachievable from a flyaway earth station. GigaSat’s high precision manufacturing process ensures excellent surface accuracy on the dish and guarantees no deformation, even after being assembled hundreds of times.

The FA-370 is ideal for any rapid deployment broad band communications requirement such as MCPC digital video or multiple SCPC transmission. Major news stories, sporting events, emergency restoration and secure government communications are obvious applications.

Each FA-370 antenna has a four piece segmented feed arm which allows operation at C, X, Ku, DBS and Ka band frequencies. Band changes are achieved simply by clipping the relevant feed cartridge into position.

The axially symmetric prime focus feed system was chosen because of its overall compact dimensions and commonality of spare parts. A spares holding of only two petals is all that’s required to repair a reflector in case of damage. Compliance with all satellite authority specifications is guaranteed, including side lobe performance better than 29-25 log theta.

At GigaSat we understand the difficulties faced by operators in the field and this is reflected in the attention to detail found in the FA-370 antenna. Vernier adjustments with clear scales are included for all three axis including fine and course adjustment for elevation and in common with all FA series antennas the FA-370 has a full 0 to 90 degree elevation capability.

The FA-370 can be fully motorised and when combined with the GigaSat STC-100 antenna controller it can automatically acquire and track, even on inclined orbit satellites.

The FA-370 stows in only five light weight flight cases, which are protected from cosmetic damage during transit by padded canvas bags.