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SP3-8

0.9 m | 3 ft Standard Performance Parabolic Reflector Antenna, Single-polarized, 7.75-8.5GHz

SP3-8, SP3-8RS

The SP Standard Performance Series by RadioWaves offers a full line of cost effective standard performance parabolic antennas engineered to deliver reliable radio links.  Designed for both unlicensed and licensed band applications, RadioWaves field-proven pre-assembled SP antennas and robust pole-mounts ensure “set and forget” installation with minimal post-installation maintenance.  If it’s rugged, it must be RadioWaves!


FEATURES AND BENEFITS
O Standard Performance Parabolic Antennas – Excellent performance for a wide range of licensed and unlicensed applications
O Fully Preassembled at the Factory – Simplifies installation on site and guarantees “factory-tested” quality

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SP3-8

General Specifications

Antenna Type
Standard Performance Parabolic Reflector Antenna
Size, nominal
3 ft | 0.9 m
Polarization
Single

Electrical Specifications

Operating Frequency Band
7.75 - 8.5 GHz
Half Power Beamwidth, Horizontal
3 degrees
Half Power Beamwidth, Vertical
3 degrees
Cross-Polarization Discrimination
30 dB
Front to Back Ratio (F/B)
42 dB
Gain, Low Frequency
34 dBi
Gain, Mid Frequency
34.6 dBi
Gain, High Frequency
35.3 dBi
VSWR
1.37:1
Return Loss
-16.1 dB

Mechanical Specifications

Fine Azimuth Adjustment
+/- 10 degrees
Fine Elevation Adjustment
+/- 25 degrees
Mounting Pipe Diameter, Min
4.5 inch | 11.4 cm
Mounting Pipe Diameter, Max
4.5 inch | 11.4 cm
Net Weight
35 lbs | 15.8 kg
43 lbs | 19.4 Kg with RD radome
Wind Velocity Operational
90 mph | 145 km/h
Wind Velocity Survival Rating
125 mph | 201 km/h
Mechanical Configuration
SP3
Axial Force (FA)
492 lbs | 2189 N
271 lbs | 1206 Nm with RD radome
Side Force (FS)
40 lbs | 178 N
64 lbs | 285 Nm with RD radome
Twisting Moment (MT)
545 ft-lbs | 739 Nm
394 lbs | 534 Nm with RD radome
Operating Temperature Range
-40 to +60 C
Max Pressure, PSIG, (if waveguide interface)
5

Regulatory Compliance

FCC
undeclared
Industry Canada Compliance
undeclared
ETSI
undeclared
RoHS-compliant
Yes

Shipping Information

Package Type
Wood Crate
Gross Weight
78 lbs | 35.3 kg
Dimensions, L x W x H
40 x 17 x 44in | 101 x 43 x 140 cm
Shipping Volume
17.31 cu ft | 0.49 cu m

Additional Comments

*Additional OEM interfaces and adapters may be available. Contact RadioWaves for a complete and current list of available adapters.

Technical Drawings

SP3
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