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CI 2480-300 COMDAT™ VHF/GPS/Orbcomm
Frequency 1575.42 MHz 26.5dB Gain 118-137 MHz 137-150.5 MHz
Discontinued Item
(DAI Part# CI2480-300)
This is the first "three-in-one" antenna of its type. In a single footprint, this antenna provides GPS, VHF, and Orbcomm reception. This saves precious airframe space, and minimizes installation costs. Plus, by bringing three antennas down to one, reduced drag and increased aesthetics are obvious benefits.

Designed in conjunction with Avidyne, this antenna also has a built-in notch filter, eliminating the need for in-line filters or excessive spacing between VHF and GPS antennas.

The CI 2480-300 is designed for 26.5 dB gain GPS systems as seen with Bendix-King, UPS, and Universal Navigation.
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SPECIFICATIONS
GPS Electrical
Frequency 1575.42 ± 3 MHz
Polarization RHCP
3 dB maximum
Power Handling 1 Watt
Radiation Coverage (Gain) -1.0 dBic ≤ Ø < 75°
-2.5 dBic ≤ Ø < 80°
-4.5 dBic ≤ Ø < 85°
-7.5 dBic ≤ Ø = 90° (horizon)
+5.0 dBic (nominal) @ Ø = 0° (zenith)
Amplifier
Voltage 5VDC
Gain 26.5 dB
Noise Figure 2.0 dB maximum
Impedance 50 OHMS
VSWR 2.0:1 maximum output
Out of Band Rejection 35 dB minimum @ 1626 MHz
Power Handling 50 mA maximum
Lightning DC grounded
Data Link Electrical VHF ORBCOMM
Frequency 118 to 137 MHz 137-150.5 MHz
VSWR 2.5:1 maximum 1.8:1 maximum
Polarization Vertical
Radiation Pattern Omnidirectional
Impedance 50 OHMS
Power Handling 50 Watts
VHF Harmonic Rejection 80 dB typical
Mechanical
Weight 0.6 lbs. maximum
Height 17.0" maximum
Material Molded radome
Finish Polyurethane enamel
Connector See order option
Environmental
Temperature -55° C + 85° C
Altitude 55,000'
Air Speed 350 Knots TAS
Federal Specifications
RTCA Environmental DO-160D
Environmental Category [F2X]ACB[S(L)U(F,F1)T(C,C1,R)]
XRFXXSXXXXXXXX[XX]C
FAA TSO C37d, C38d, C144
RTCA MOPS DO-186A, DO-228
Connector
BNC VHF port
TNC GPS port
Color
White Standard
Gasket
Gasket C248006-2 cork
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