Luso's Modular C-band to KA-band VSAT Antennas Simplify Installation, Cut Costs and Add Flexibility


London – Luso Microwave, an operating division of Luso Electronics that manufactures and installs microwave systems and components for commercial and military satellite markets, has announced a new family of modular C–band to KA-band antennas in a range of reflector sizes from 1.2m to 4.2m. The modular design reduces installation time, cut costs and adds flexibility to microwave satellite networks, including making KA band installations financially viable for cost-sensitive commercial applications.



KA band usage is growing due to problems with spectrum overload in other bands. Furthermore, a 1.8 metre diameter KA band dish offers comparable performance to a 4.2 meter KU band antenna. The much smaller antennas and waveguides simplify transportation, handling and installation.



Luso will deliver the antennas from stock. Installation and commissioning of a 5-piece motorized system is typically completed in one day, about one-third of normal installation time for comparable antennas. Customers can opt for a fixed installation in the first instance then upgrade easily to a full tracking one at a later date. The modular design also simplifies other changes that may be needed during the life of the installation.



The antennas are supplied in four variants: fixed, manually adjustable, motorized and full tracking. A range of ancillary components is also available.



The company’s one-stop service includes system preplanning and design, site preparation, installation, testing and maintenance.



The new antennas will be shown for the first time at IBC 2014, Hall 5, Stand C-19, 12th – 16th September at the RAI Amsterdam.



About Luso Electronics

Luso Electronics has three operating divisions. Luso Microwave manufactures and installs microwave systems and components for commercial and military satellite markets. Luso Power Transmission distributes engineering components for machinery and Luso Electronics Distribution provides representative and franchised distribution services for power electronic products and components.



Across all three divisions, the company offers centralized purchasing, global sourcing, vendor reduction, kitting, logistics management and sourcing of hard-to-find components for its global customer base. Founded in 1967, Luso Electronics is a privately held company with offices in London and Birmingham, UK, and is quality approved to ISO EN 9001 (2000 REV). More information is available at http://www.lusoelectronics.com.



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