PN-A5

Pin based, semihemispherical ground plane GNSS antenna

Revolutionary semi-hemispherical GNSS antenna: Unmatched signal trackingand multipath reduction.

The PN-A5 antenna combines the Topcon TA-5 full spectrum GNSS antenna element with an innovative convex impedance ground plane. The TA-5 antenna element utilizes an array of vertical dipoles to provide highly sensitive and stable Full Wave signal tracking for all existing and planned GNSS signals. Topcon’s new convex impedance ground plane provides improved multipath mitigation while providing minimum signal loss for satellites tracked to the horizon.

  • High-end Geodetic Antenna
  • Topcon TA-5 vertical convex dipole antenna element for full spectrum GNSS signal tracking
  • Unique semi-hemispherical convex impedance groundplane
  • Environmentally robust and sealed
  • Minimized phase center offset variations in vertical within GNSS frequency band.
  • Improved tracking for low elevation satellites for signal tracking from the local horizon to zenith.

PN-A5 is perfect for:

  • OEM Manufacturing

Specifications

Operating Frequency Range

  • Lower:
    1230 MHz±70 MHz
  • Higher:
    1565 MHz±50 MHz

Gain at Zenith (90º)

  • Lower:
    +6 dB (typical)
  • Upper:
    +4.7 dB (typical)

Gain Roll-Off (from Zenith to Horizon)

  • Lower:
    -12 dB (typical)
  • Upper:
    -10 dB (typical)

LNA Gain
43 dB (typical)

Noise Figure
1.0 dB (typical)

VSWR
1.5 : 1

Height*
262 mm

Weight**
6.7 kg

Operating Temperature
-50°C to +70°C

Storage Temperature
-55°C to +85°C

Humidity
95%, Method 507.5

Dimensions

  • Antenna:
    D: 15” (380 mm)
    H: 10.3” (262 mm)
  • Dome:
    D: 15” (380 mm)
    H: 11.5” (292 mm)
  • SCIGN dome:
    D: 16.3” (415 mm)
    H: 11.3” (287 mm)

*Antenna without Anti-snow Dome
**Antenna

Vibration Rating
Method 514.6, Broad band noise (random vibration), Category 4, table 514.6C-IV)

Shock Rating
Method 516.6. Procedure I - Functional Shock, Table 516.6-I, Fig. 516.6-8, accelerative forces up to 40g.

Dust/Water Protection
IEC 60529 IP6X
IEC 60529 IPX7

Drop Test*
IEC 60529 IP6X. Repeated drops from the height of 1 m on concrete surface. All sides – top, bottom and border.

RoHS Compliant
Yes

*With Topcon or SCIGN Dome

Input Voltage Range
+3 to +12 VDC

Power Consumption*
100 mA

Connector
N-type

*Typical

Performance

Operating Frequency Range

  • Lower:
    1230 MHz±70 MHz
  • Higher:
    1565 MHz±50 MHz

Gain at Zenith (90º)

  • Lower:
    +6 dB (typical)
  • Upper:
    +4.7 dB (typical)

Gain Roll-Off (from Zenith to Horizon)

  • Lower:
    -12 dB (typical)
  • Upper:
    -10 dB (typical)

LNA Gain
43 dB (typical)

Noise Figure
1.0 dB (typical)

VSWR
1.5 : 1

Physical and Environmental

Height*
262 mm

Weight**
6.7 kg

Operating Temperature
-50°C to +70°C

Storage Temperature
-55°C to +85°C

Humidity
95%, Method 507.5

Dimensions

  • Antenna:
    D: 15” (380 mm)
    H: 10.3” (262 mm)
  • Dome:
    D: 15” (380 mm)
    H: 11.5” (292 mm)
  • SCIGN dome:
    D: 16.3” (415 mm)
    H: 11.3” (287 mm)

*Antenna without Anti-snow Dome
**Antenna

Certifications and Standards

Vibration Rating
Method 514.6, Broad band noise (random vibration), Category 4, table 514.6C-IV)

Shock Rating
Method 516.6. Procedure I - Functional Shock, Table 516.6-I, Fig. 516.6-8, accelerative forces up to 40g.

Dust/Water Protection
IEC 60529 IP6X
IEC 60529 IPX7

Drop Test*
IEC 60529 IP6X. Repeated drops from the height of 1 m on concrete surface. All sides – top, bottom and border.

RoHS Compliant
Yes

*With Topcon or SCIGN Dome

Power and Electrical

Input Voltage Range
+3 to +12 VDC

Power Consumption*
100 mA

Connector
N-type

*Typical