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    DE- DIAMOND ENGINEERING -DC402 - compact, 2-axis, 40lbs (18.15kg)

    ANTENNA MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS & PRODUCTS

    Diamond Engineering DC402 Compact Positioner Series

    Diamond Engineering DC402 Precision Dual-Axis Compact Positioner
    Diamond Engineering DC402 Precision Dual-Axis Compact Positioner

    The DC402 is a compact positioner using both worm and belt drive components to offer high precision with low reflectivity for loads up to 40 pounds. This positioner is specifically designed for compact test ranges and enclosures for testing 5G, mmW and radar components and assemblies.

     

    Key Features and Functions

    2D & 3D Spherical Measurements (AZ over EL, EL over AZ, XYZ planes and more)

    Far Field Parameters (gain, beamwidth, efficiency, directivity, polarization, isolation, and more)

    OTA Measurements (TRP/TIS)

    Phase Center Measurements

    Spherical Near Field (optional)

     

    Highlights

    Dual rotary joints

    Multiple configuration options

    Indexable mast offset up to 17” from center

    Non-metallic DUT mounting axis

    Ultra-high precision (up to 0.02º)

    Ideal for most antennas up to 25 pounds

     

    What’s Included?

    The standard D6050 package features:

    • 2-axis positioner
    • DAMS Antenna Measurement Studio
    • Precision RF cables
    • Precision dual rotary joints
    • DUT mounting hardware
    • Tools and documentation
    • 3-year warranty

     

    SPECIFICATIONS

    Gerneral

    Footprint: 12” x 12” (304 mm x 304 mm)
    Total Height: 22.5” (571.5 mm)
    Clearance Radius: 18” (914 mm) clearance radius required for full 360º rotation
    Total Weight: 42 lbs (19 kg)

     

     

    Positioner

    Turntable

    Frequency Ranges (GHz): Coax: DC to 6, 18, 40, 50, or 67 GHz
      mmW: 50-75 (V-Band), 60-90 (E-Band) or 75-110 (W-Band) GHz
    Resolution: 0.02º full step
      0.00125º microstep
    Drivetrain: 3.0A/phase bipolar stepper motor with worm drive
    Holding Torque: 25 ft-lb
    Movement Range: 360º continuous or indexed
    Position Feedback: 800-line encoder
    Limits: Home & Limit (hardware & software)
    Weight (positioner only): 16 lbs (7.27 kg)
    Positioner Max Speed: 24º per second
    AUT Mounting Options: ¹ 3/8”-16 or M6 4-hole pattern for general mounting
    Composition: Acrylic turntable with aluminum base
    Weight Capacity: 100 lbs (45 kg)
    RF Rotary Joint: Optional (SMA, 2.92 mm, 2.4 mm, 1.85 mm or waveguide)

     

    Gimbal (phi)

    Frequency Ranges: Coax: DC to 6, 18, 40, 50, or 67 GHz
      mmW: 50-75 (V-Band), 60-90 (E-Band) or 75-110 (W-Band) GHz
    Resolution: 0.05º full step
      0.00250º microstep
    Drivetrain: 2.0A/phase bipolar stepper motor with belt drive
    Holding Torque: 20 ft-lb
    Movement Range: 360º continuous or indexed
    Position Feedback: 800-line Encoder
    Limits: Home (hardware & software)
    Weight (gimbal only): 26 lbs (11.7 kg)
    Gimbal Max Speed: 24º per second
    AUT Mounting Options: ¹ 3.625” (92 mm) diameter PVC mounting plate with 10-32 hole array
    Composition: Delrin, ABS, PLA+, fiberglass
    Weight Capacity: 40 lbs (18 kg)
    RF Rotary Joint: Optional (SMA, 2.92 mm, 2.4 mm, 1.85 mm or waveguide)

     

    Electrical & Communications

    Controller type: 3 axis microprocessor based controller
    Resolution: Full step through 1/32 microstep
    Motor Current: 3.125A per motor phase max
    Cooling: Dual 40mm 24V fans
    Motor Connector: M12 axial 5-pin connector + 5-pin encoder connector
    Communication Interface: DB9 RS232 serial port with external USB adapter
    Communication cable length: 1 meter
    Input Voltage: 24VDC 3A
    Power Supply (included): 24VDC 5A – 110/220v input
    Motor cable length: 1 meter

     

    Models

    Unless otherwise specified, all standard model packages include the positioner, software, all RF components, AUT mounting hardware, and tools and documentation.

    DC402-00 No RF Components
    DC402-06 6 GHz SMA RF Components
    DC402-18 18 GHz SMA RF Components
    DC402-40 40 GHz 2.92 mm RF Components
    DC402-50 50 GHz 2.4 mm RF Components
    DC402-67 67 GHz 1.85 mm RF Components
    DC402-75 50 to 75 GHz mmW V-Band RF Components
    DC402-90 60 to 90 GHz mmW E-Band RF Components
    DC402-110 75 to 110 GHz mmW W-Band RF Components

     

    Options

    DPA-PDK DAMS Platform Development Kit
    OPT-SMA Software maintenance agreement

     

    Accessories

    DEPC-D Pre-configured PC (desktop)
    DEPC-L Pre-configured PC (laptop)
    DE-SIM DAMS Antenna & Network Simulator software add-on
    DPA-SW-N2F Spherical nearfield processing
    DPA-AUTOPOL 18 GHz SPDT RF switch auto-polarizer with cables/adapters
    DPA-AUTOPOL-40 40 GHz SPDT RF switch auto-polarizer with cables/adapters
    DE-05xx Broadband reference horn 500 MHz to 18, 26, 30 or 40 GHz
    DE-07xx Broadband reference horn 700 MHz to 18, 26, 30 or 40 GHz

     

    Product documents

    Diamond Engineering DC402 Precision Dual-Axis Compact Positioner Data Sheet

    Diamond Engineering DC402 Series Installation and Configuration Guide

    DAMS Software Suite Users Manual and Setup Guide

    Diamond Engineering DAMS Antenna Measurement Systems Guide