Argos - GOES Antenna, Description
The UC-4024-328 GOES Antenna is a compact Quadrifilar Helix antenna (8 cm/3" OD x 16 cm/6" H) designed to operate through NOAA GOES geostationary satellites and CLS Argos low orbiting satellites. This antenna's compact size, weather resistance and gain makes it well suited for Argos marine uses and remote GOES sensor stations. It is also ideal for portable telemetry use.
Argos - GOES Antenna Specifications:
- Frequency range: 400-406 MHz
- Coverage: Omni-directional, Hemispherical
- Polarization: Circular (AR 3 dB)
- Gain: +3 dBic
- Nominal Impedance: 50 ohm (RF)
- Input Power: Under 50 W CW
- VSWR: 2.0 VSWR Plot
- Connector: SMA Female, on the side of cylindrical housing, just above the flange base. Cable assembly may be purchased separately SMA Cables
- Dimensions:
- Housing 8 cm (3") OD x 16 cm (6") h
- Bottom flange 10 cm (4") OD x 10 mm (0.38") h
- Mounting: 4 screws, M4 (#10-32)
- Operating Temperatures: -40°C to +85°C
- Weight: 550 g / 1.15 lbs
- Shipping Weight: 750 g / 1.5 lbs
UC-4024-328 QFHA Drawing 
NOTES:
- Does not require a ground plane
- Specifications and prices are subject to change without notice