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Description
The Beam Iridium Active Antenna is designed to provide strong and consistent satellite signal performance for Iridium communication systems in both mobile and fixed installations.
It is well suited for vehicles, marine setups, and permanent installations where maintaining a stable connection is critical, particularly in remote or exposed environments.
With its active design and included bias box, it supports longer cable runs by maintaining signal strength when the antenna needs to be mounted away from the main device.
Built for outdoor use, this antenna is designed to handle harsh weather conditions while delivering dependable communication when coverage matters most.
Specifications
Impedance: 50 Ohms
Frequency: 1616.0 - 1626.5 MHz
Connector: TNC Female
Active Antenna Cable Loss: 11.5 - 13.5 dB (total end to end loss including amp lead)
Amp Lead Loss: <0.5 dB at 1.5m (TNC-M to TNC-M)
DC Peak Power Draw: 30W
DC RMS Power Draw: 3.2W
DC RMS Standby Power Draw: 0.32W
Input Voltage (Bias Box): 9 - 36 VDC
Output Voltage (Bias Box): 30 - 32 VDC
Current Requirement: 4 Amps Min
RF Input: 0.5 dB Max
IP Rating: IPX7
Dimensions: 208.53H x 142.49 Dia mm
Weight: 0.51 kg
Operating Temperature: -25 deg C to +55 deg C
Storage Temperature: -40 deg C to +80 deg C
Rain Exposure: 37 mm / 10 min; 145 mm / 24 h
Snow Load: 3.0 kN/m²
Wind Rating: 35 m/s
Kit Contents
RST740 Antenna
Bias Box
Mounting Bracket
3 x Set Screws
3 x Mounting Screws
3 x Flat Washers
3 x Split Washers
AC Adapter
DC Power Cable
Features
Maintains Signal Over Distance: Active design helps support longer cable runs when the antenna is mounted away from the device.
Built for Outdoor Use: Handles exposure to rain, wind, and harsh conditions across vehicle, marine, and fixed setups.
Designed for Iridium Systems: Works with compatible Iridium equipment for consistent satellite connection.
Flexible Installation Options: Allows practical antenna placement to improve signal positioning and reliability.