NETCOM Automatic Dehydrator for SATCOM Waveguide Systems

Description

The ADH NETCOM automatic dehydrator supplies low-pressure dry air to keep waveguide and coaxial cable dry. Output pressure is field configurable between 0.10 psig and 7.50 psig (7mbar – 517mbar) in 0.01 psig (0.67mbar) increments. Factory default pressure is 0.5 psig (34.5mbar). Operational monitoring and alarms are software based making them highly configurable in the field.

Future software features can be installed while in service over the internet or local Ethernet network. The ADH NETCOM automatic dehydrator is Ethernet network ready. Units can be configured and monitored using either built-in SNMP support or the web interface. Legacy system support is provided via RS-422/485 or RS-232.

The ADH NETCOM automatic dehydrator requires only 5-1/4″ (3-U) of rack space and is just 12.25″ (304.8mm) deep.
The automatic dehydrator operates from 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Optional units are also available at ±20-75 VDC. The dehydrator consumes a maximum of 150 watts during regeneration and about 40 watts otherwise.

• Provides dry pressurised air to ensure the signal quality of the antenna
• Highly configurable to meet the needs of a wide range of applications
• Field programmable operating pressure range from 0.10 psig to 7.50 psig (7 mbar to 517 mbar)
• Quiet operation
• Low energy use minimise lifetime operational costs
• Small lightweight chassis with multiple mounting options

We offer an additional test & calibration service whereby our technical team can provide sweep testing of cables and waveguide to measure and document specific performance data for each assembly. We also recommend all cable and waveguide assemblies are temperature cycled; this normalises any dielectric and gasket seating ensuring optimum performance and overall stability of the assembly.

Av-Comm’s technical team is available to provide advice and consulting on appropriate coaxial, waveguide, and optical assemblies for site specific and project specific applications. Contact our team today to discuss your requirement.