CPI Series 1132 1.2 M Ku-Band Rx/Tx VSAT Antenna

CPI Series 1132 1.2 m Ku-Band Rx/Tx VSAT Antenna

The CPI Series 1132 is a high-performance 1.2 m Ku-band Rx/Tx VSAT antenna designed for demanding commercial satellite communications. Its long-focal-length, one-piece SMC reflector provides 41.5 dBi receive gain and 43.0 dBi transmit gain with excellent cross-polarization performance. The antenna supports multiple feed and feed-support options and accommodates up to 12 lb. of RF equipment.

Antenna Diameter: 1.2 m (48 in.)
Receive Frequency Range: 10.70–12.75 GHz
Transmit Frequency Range: 13.75–14.50 GHz
Receive Midband Gain: 41.5 dBi ±0.3 dB
Transmit Midband Gain: 43.0 dBi ±0.3 dB
Antenna Noise Temperature: 46 K at 20° elevation; 43 K at 30° elevation
Receive Beamwidth: 1.5°
Transmit Beamwidth: 1.2°
Antenna Sidelobe Envelope: ITU-R S.580-6
Polarization: Linear, orthogonal
Cross-Polarization Isolation: 30 dB on-axis; 26 dB within the 1 dB contour
Standard Feed: Ku-band Rx/Tx feed
Transmit-to-Receive Port Isolation: 85 dB min.
Receive Port Isolation: 30 dB min.
Transmit VSWR: 1.3:1 max.
Receive VSWR: 1.5:1 max.
Transmit Insertion Loss: 0.2 dB max.
Receive Insertion Loss: 0.4 dB max.
Reflector Material: Glass-fiber-reinforced polyester SMC
Reflector Construction: One-piece compression-molded reflector
Antenna Optics: Prime-focus offset, 0.8 F/D
Mount Type: Elevation-over-azimuth
Mount Construction: Heavy-gauge pre-galvanized steel
Elevation Adjustment Range: 10°–90° continuous fine adjustment
Azimuth Adjustment Range: 360° continuous with ±10° fine adjustment
Mast Pipe Interface: 2.5 Schedule pipe with 2.88 in. OD or 3.00 in. OD (73 or 76 mm)
Maximum RF Equipment Weight: 12 lb. (5.5 kg) with Tier 2 feed support
Operational Wind Speed: 45 mph (72 km/h)
Survival Wind Speed: 125 mph (200 km/h)
Operating Temperature: -40°F to +140°F (-40°C to +60°C)
Survival Temperature: -50°F to +160°F (-46°C to +71°C)
Operational Rain Rate: 0.5 in./h (13 mm/h)
Survival Rain Rate: 2 in./h (51 mm/h)
Ice Survival: 0.5 in. (13 mm) radial ice
Atmospheric Resistance: Designed for salt, pollutants and contaminants encountered in coastal and industrial environments
Solar Radiation: 360 BTU/h/ft² (1,135 W/m²)

Key Features:

• 1.2 m Ku-band Rx/Tx VSAT antenna

• Receive coverage from 10.70–12.75 GHz

• Transmit coverage from 13.75–14.50 GHz

• 41.5 dBi receive midband gain

• 43.0 dBi transmit midband gain

• Long-focal-length 0.8 F/D optics for low cross-polarization

• 30 dB on-axis cross-polarization isolation

• 26 dB cross-polarization isolation within the 1 dB contour

• 85 dB minimum transmit-to-receive port isolation

• Precision one-piece compression-molded SMC reflector

• Multiple feed and feed-support options

• Tier 2 feed support accommodates up to 12 lb. of RF equipment

• Heavy-gauge pre-galvanized steel Az/El mount

• 10°–90° continuous fine elevation adjustment

• 360° continuous azimuth adjustment with ±10° fine tuning

• Compatible with standard 2.88- or 3.00-in. OD mounting pipes

• Rugged construction for shipping and outdoor installation

• 125 mph survival wind rating

• Suitable for demanding commercial VSAT applications