Product Data Sheet 828-2

FM Sidemount Antennas 828 Series

Product Description
These FM sidemount antennas are designed for FM broadcasting applications which require
circular polarization and low windloads.
The stainless steel design ensures that the antenna will give years of trouble free performance in the
most hostile environments. The higher power series are pressurized to add further environmental
protection.
The elements will tolerate a degree of light icing but for more severe environments, optional radomes
are available for all series. Contact RFS for details.
All 828 series antennas can be arrayed in any number of levels to suit most applications. The parallel
feed system facilitates the customization of null fill and beam tilt to suit customer requirements.
The standard 828 antenna series is a high power series and is also available in a medium power
series, 828MP. There are 3 versions in each series, each with a designed bandwidth of 10 MHz.
Additional factory tuning is available to achieve superior return loss specifications.
A wideband series of the 828 antenna, 828HP, is also available. This series has a bandwidth
covering the entire FM band from 88 to 108 MHz and utilizes half wavelength spacing.
The wide variety of possible configurations ensures that the needs of most users will be met in terms
of both price and performance.

Features/Benefits
• Rugged stainless steel construction for maximum corrosion protection
• Low downward radiation
• Various power ratings available
• Mixed polarization
• Broadband operation to facilitate antenna sharing
• 828 and 828HP series pressurized
• 828MP series designed specifically for un-pressurized operation
• Low windload to minimize tower or mast costs
• Radomes are an available option for all 828 series
• Temperature range – 40 to + 60 degrees C available
Technical Specifications
Product Line Antenna Radio
Product Type Band II (VHF) FM Sidemount Antennas
Frequency Range, MHz 88 - 108
All information contained in the present datasheet is subject to confirmation at time of ordering

Operating Frequency Ranges, MHz 88 - 98, 94 - 104, 98 - 108

Polarization Circular
Number of Levels 2
Gain per Plane of Polarization, dBd 1.31
Return Loss, dB 20 Note#1
Input Connector Single element 7/8" EIA, Array 7/8" EIA; 1-5/8" EIA; 3-1/8" EIA
Power Rating, kW 10 Note#2
Impedance, ohms 50 unbalanced
Weight, kg (lb) 7.5 (17) Single Bay
Mounting (Standard), mm (in) Brackets for 60mm (2-3/8) pole mount;Brackets for 90mm (3-1/2)
pole mount
Effective Area Front (full antenna), sq m (sq ft) 0.05 (0.54) Single Bay
Effective Area Side (full antenna), sq m (sq ft) 0.19 (2.04) Single Bay
Pressurization Operational, kPa (psi) 10 - 25 (1.5 - 3.6)
Pressurization Test, kPa (psi) 100 (15)
Notes

RFS The Clear Choice ® 828-2 Rev: -- Print Date: 21.07.2014

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 Product Data Sheet 828-2

FM Sidemount Antennas 828 Series

Note 1Arrays are factory tuned for a broadband performance and a return loss of 20dB across the specified bandwidth is achieved. Optional
factory tuning for optimum narrow band performance will achieve a 30dB return loss over +/- 1MHz from the specified frequency. Arrays may be
supplied un-tuned with a resulting return loss of 14dB
Note 2Array power ratings are limited by the radiator and power divider input connectors used. Typical limits are : 7-16 DIN 3.5kW, 7/8" EIA
5kW, 1-5/8" EIA 10kW and 3-1/8" EIA 40kW
Note 3Mechanical specifications: For 828MP and 828 the single bay Effective Area Front is 0.05 sq m (0.54 sq ft), Effective Area Side is 0.19 sq
m (2.04 sq ft). For 828HP, single bay Effective Area Front is 0.06 sq m (0.65 sq ft), Effective Area Side is 0.25 sq m (2.35 sq ft).
Other Documentation
All information contained in the present datasheet is subject to confirmation at time of ordering

RFS The Clear Choice ® 828-2 Rev: -- Print Date: 21.07.2014

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