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AWS Microwave

Antenna System

Relocation Kit

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Radio Frequency Systems is the wireless

and broadcast infrastructure company

with the strength and resources to serve

the global market with a commanding

array of antenna systems and sub-system

solutions.

RFS spans the continents with strategically

located operations, encompassing design,

manufacturing, distribution, sales and

service operations for markets in North

America, South America, Europe, Africa,

the Middle East, Australia, Southeast Asia

and China.

Radio Frequency Systems brings a long tra-

dition of design, engineering and manu-

facturing expertise to carriers, OEMs, dis-

tributors and systems integrators in the

broadcast, cellular, land-mobile,

microwave and government markets.

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In the interest of continued product improvement, Radio Frequency Systems reserves the right to modify product specifications and data withoutnotice. All product information is believed to be accurate at the time of publication, but Radio Frequency Systems shall not be held responsible forprinting or typographical errors. Radio Frequency Systems shall not be liable for any errors or for incidental or consequential damages in connectionwith the furnishing, performance, or use of these products. This document may not, in whole or in part, be copied, reproduced, translated, or reducedto an electronic medium without the prior written consent of Radio Frequency Systems.

Model Number Description Page

Solid Parabolic Microwave Antennas

PAL6-44BZ Standard Performance, Low VSWR, Single Polarized, 6 ft . . . . . . . . . .1

PAL8-44AZ Standard Performance, Low VSWR, Single Polarized, 8 ft . . . . . . . . . .5

PAL10-44AZ Standard Performance, Low VSWR, Single Polarized, 10 ft . . . . . . . . .9

DA6-44BZ High Performance, Single Polarized, 6 ft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

DA8-44AZ High Performance, Single Polarized, 8 ft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

DA10-44AZ High Performance, Single Polarized, 10 ft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Elliptical Waveguide

ES46 Superflexible FLEXWELL® Standard Elliptical Waveguide . . . . . . . . .25

ESP46 Superflexible FLEXWELL® Premium Elliptical Waveguide . . . . . . . . .29

Dehydrator

APD-20 Automatic Dehydrator, with LP alarm, 0.2 SCFM, 115V 50/60 Hz . .33

Table of Contents


Radio Frequency Systemsoffers the most compre-

hensive line of highestquality microwaveantennas in the indus-try. Antennas areavailable in all thecommon frequency

bands ranging from3GHz to 60GHz. They are

available in diameters from1 ft (0.3 m) to 15 ft (4.60 m).

System design becomes easy and efficient with such acomprehensive antenna offering.

The antennas are available in four performance classesoffering complete flexibility when designing a net-work.

The antennas meet the pattern requirements accordingto EN 300 631, EN 300 833 and FCC depending on thefrequency range.

In addition to the different electrical classes of anten-nas Radio Frequency Systems offers the system designengineers different options of survival wind speeds.This allows the use of antennas in areas whereextreme wind conditions are normal.

Standard Performance Antennas

Standard Performance Antennas are economical solu-tions for systems where side lobe suppression is of lessimportance. The antennas consist of a reflector, feedand tower mount. Low VSWR versions are availablefor low echo distortion.

STANDARD PERFORMANCE ANTENNASSingle polarized PA & PAL seriesSingle polarized, spread spectrum PSF seriesDual polarized PAX series

Improved Performance Antennas

Improved Performance Antennas areunshrouded and offer an economicsolution for systems requiring goodradiation performance particularly inthe back region. The improved F/Bratio is achieved by use of an effi-cient feed design together with a deepdish reflector. These features result inan improved front to back ratio, andwere specially designed to meet FCCcategory A standards.

IMPROVED PERFORMANCE ANTENNASSingle polarized PAD seriesDual polarized PADX series

Introduction and Antenna Descriptions

High Performance Antennas

High Performance Antennas are similar to Ultra HighPerformance Antennas in construction. They are ideal-ly suited for systems where a good level of side lobesuppression is required.

HIGH PERFORMANCE ANTENNASSingle polarized DA seriesDual polarized DAX series

Ultra High Performance Antennas

Ultra High Performance Antennas are the optimumchoice for systems where a high level of pattern per-formance is required because of high local radio con-gestion. The antennas are supplied with low VSWRfeed, planar radome, tower mount and shroud with RFabsorber.

ULTRA HIGH PERFORMANCE ANTENNASSingle polarized UA seriesDual polarized UDA series

High Cross Polar Discrimination Antennas

UXA series of antennas are based on Ultra HighPerformance Antennas. These antennas offer high sidelobe suppression. In addition UXA antennas offerextremely high cross-polar discrimination. They aretherefore ideally suited for very high capacity systemsutilizing extensive frequency reuse in highly congest-ed environments. This outstanding performance isachieved by use of a special corrugated illuminator, arigid torsion box back structure which ensures thereflector maintains its shape in the field and strictquality control during manufacture.

The cross-polar characteristics for radiation anglesclose to bore sight meet the highest XPD requirementsaccording to EN 300 833 and FCC.

High cross-polar discrimination antennas are availablefor frequencies from 4 GHz to 23 GHz.

ULTRA HIGH PERFORMANCE ANTENNASDual Polarized UXA series

Example of a cross polar contour

Introduction and Antenna Descriptions


Reflectors

Antennas with diame-ters up to 10ft (3.0m)are supplied withreflectors in one piece.Antennas with diame-ters 12ft (3.7m) aresupplied with a twopiece reflector (exceptUXA-types). Antennas with diameters of 15ft (4.6m)are supplied with a 3 piece reflector.

8ft and 10ft antennas are available in 2 pieces option-al for easy transportation.

Colors

Standard color forRFS MicrowaveAntennas is white.Custom colors areavailable uponrequest.

Molded fiberglassradomes are white.High Performance,Ultra HighPerformance andHigh CrossPolarizationDiscrimination

antenna are supplied with planar white radomes.Custom colors are available upon request.

SlimLine and CompactLine Antennas

Radio Frequency Systems recognizes that mobile oper-ators and private microwave users have requirementsfor cost effective solutions for their microwave anten-na systems. These needs include products, which areeasy and quick to install while maintaining good elec-trical performance. In response to these needs RadioFrequency Systems developed the SlimLine andCompactLine series of antennas.

The SlimLine series of antennas utilize a conventionalfeed system and are available in Standard, High andUltra High performance versions. The SlimLine seriesof antennas are available in diameters from 1ft (0.3 m)to 6 ft (1.8 m).

RFS SLIMLINE® ANTENNASSingle polarized Standard SP

Standard, non-pressurized SPFHigh performance SD

Ultra High Performance SUDual Polarized Standard SPX

High performance SDXUltra High Performance SUX

The CompactLine series of antennas use a special feedsystem which results in a reduced shroud length andconsequently a lower profile antenna. These antennasare lighter in weight than standard antennas forreduced tower loading and shipping costs.Furthermore CompactLine antennas up to 2ft (0.6m)diameter are very rugged, with a wind loading ratingof 250 km/h (155mph). Their type designation is SBfor single polarization and SBX for dual polarization.CompactLine antennas are available in 1ft (0.3 m), 2 ft (0.6 m), 3ft (0.9 m) and 4ft (1.2 m) diameters.

RFS COMPACTLINE® ANTENNASSingle polarized Ultra High Performance SBDual Polarized Ultra High Performance SBX

1ft and 2 ft antennas consist of anintegrated reflector/shroud systemavoiding any RF-leakage. This is afurther contribution offering excel-lent radiation performance especial-ly in the back direction.


SBX

CompactLine, dual polarized

SB

CompactLine, single polarized

UXA

Dual polarized, high XPD

UDA, SUX

Dual polarized

UA, SU

Single polarized

ULTRA HIGH PERFORMANCE

DAX, SDX

Dual polarized

DA, SD, SDF

Single polarized

HIGH PERFORMANCE

PSF, SPF

Single polarized, non-pressurized,Spread Spectrum

PAX, SPX

Dual polarized

PA, SPSingle polarizedPALSingle polarized, low VSWR

PADXDual polarized, stan-dard, (FCC part 101, category “A” com-pliant)

PADSingle polarized, stan-dard, (FCC part 101, category “A" com-pliant)

STANDARD PERFORMANCE

Antenna Types, Overview

LA

Lens,single polarized

Technical Data Sheet PAL6-44BZ

Solid Microwave Parabolic Antenna, Standard Performance, LowVSWR, Single Polarized, 6 ft

RFS The Clear Choice ™ PAL6-44BZ Print Date: 29.08.2006

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Product Description

RFS Microwave Antennas are designed formicrowave systems in all common frequencyranges from 4 GHz to 40 GHz. Different options ofsurvival windspeeds are available. This allows theuse of antennas in areas where extreme windconditions are normal. The antennas utilise aconventional feed system and are available in threeperformance classes offering complete flexibilitywhen designing a network. Standard Performanceantennas are economical solutions for systemswhere side lobe suppression is of less importance.These antennas are required for use in networkswhere there is a low interference potential.Antennas are available in 2 ft (0.6m) to 15 ft (4.5m)diameters. The Standard Performance antennasare available in dual polarised (PAX) as well as insingle polarised versions (PA and PAL). The PALversion offers a low VSWR value for low echodistortion. Antennas up to 12 ft (3.7m) can beequipped with a moulded radome to reduce windload and to protect the feed against theaccumulation of ice and snow.

Technical FeaturesProduct Type Point to point antennas

Frequency, GHz 4.4 - 5.0

Diameter, ft (m) 6 (1.8)

Profile Standard

Performance Standard Low VSWR

Polarization Single

Regulatory Compliance Standard, EN 300833

3dB beamwidth, (degrees) 2.4

Antenna Input UG-148/U

Low Band Gain, dBi 35.9

Mid Band Gain, dBi 36.5

High Band Gain, dBi 37

F/B Ratio, dB 45

XPD, dB 30

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Technical Data Sheet PAL6-44BZ (Cont.)




Max VSWR / R L, dB 1.06 / 30.7

ETSI Standard Range 1, class 1

Elevation Adjustment, degrees ± 5

Azimuth Adjustment, degrees ± 5

Polarization Adjustment, degrees ± 5

Pressure, bar (psi) 0.3 (4.3)

Radome Optional

Radome Material Fiberglass

Antenna color white

Mounting Pipe Diameter minimum, mm (in) 114 (4.5)

Mounting Pipe Diameter maximum, mm (in) 114 (4.5)

Minimum Length Pipe, m (ft) 0.6 (2.0)

Approximate Weight, kg (lb) 50 (110) *

Survival Windspeed, kph (mph) 200 (125)

Operational Windspeed, kph (mph) 190 (118)

Fs Side force maximum at 110 kph (68 mph), N (lb) 880 (197)

F a Axial force max. at 110 kph (68 mph), N (lb) 2995 (670)

M Torque maximum at 110 kph (68 mph), N•m (ft lb) 925 (690)

Fs Side force max. at 200 kph (125 mph), N (lb) 2910 (651)

Fa Axial force max. at 200 kph (125 mph), N (lb) 9900 (2217)


NoteFor the A revision antenna, weight is 70kg (154lbs)

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Technical Data Sheet PAL6-44BZ (Cont.)



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Technical Data Sheet PAL8-44AZ


RFS The Clear Choice ™ PAL8-44AZ Print Date: 29.08.2006


Product Description





Profile Standard


Polarization Single






High Band Gain, dBi 39.6

F/B Ratio, dB 46

XPD, dB 30

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Technical Data Sheet PAL8-44AZ (Cont.)




Max VSWR / R L, dB 1.06 / 30.7






Radome Optional


Antenna color white




Approximate Weight, kg (lb) 120 (264)









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Technical Data Sheet PAL10-44AZ




Product Description





Profile Standard


Polarization Single





Mid Band Gain, dBi 41


F/B Ratio, dB 50

XPD, dB 30

9





Max VSWR / R L, dB 1.06 / 30.7






Radome Optional


Antenna color white













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Technical Data Sheet DA6-44BZ

Solid Microwave Parabolic Antenna, High Performance, SinglePolarized, 6 ft

RFS The Clear Choice ™ DA6-44BZ Print Date: 29.08.2006


Product Description

RFS Microwave Antennas are designed formicrowave systems in all common frequencyranges from 4 GHz to 40 GHz. Different options ofsurvival windspeeds are available. This allows theuse of antennas in areas where extreme windconditions are normal. The antennas utilise aconventional feed system and are available in threeperformance classes offering complete flexibilitywhen designing a network.High Performanceantennas are ideally suited for systems where agood level of side lobe suppression is required.These antennas are required for use in networkswhere there is a high interferencepotential.Antennas are available in 2 ft (0.6m) to 15ft (4.5m) diameters. The High Performanceantennas are available in dual polarised (DAX) aswell as in single polarised versions (DA). Allantennas include a radome which is speciallyshaped (2 ft) or flexible (4 to 15 ft) to minimise itsimpact on the antenna’s electrical characteristics.




Profile Standard

Performance High

Polarization Single






High Band Gain, dBi 37

F/B Ratio, dB 62

XPD, dB 30

Max VSWR / R L, dB 1.06 / 30.7




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Technical Data Sheet DA6-44BZ (Cont.)






Radome Included

Antenna color white




Approximate Weight, kg (lb) 95 (209) *









NoteFor the A revision antenna, weight is 120kg (264lbs)

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Technical Data Sheet DA6-44BZ (Cont.)




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Technical Data Sheet DA8-44AZ


RFS The Clear Choice ™ DA8-44AZ Print Date: 29.08.2006


Product Description





Profile Standard

Performance High

Polarization Single







F/B Ratio, dB 65

XPD, dB 30

Max VSWR / R L, dB 1.06 / 30.7





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Technical Data Sheet DA8-44AZ (Cont.)





Radome Included

Antenna color white













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Technical Data Sheet DA10-44AZ




Product Description





Profile Standard

Performance High

Polarization Single





Mid Band Gain, dBi 41


F/B Ratio, dB 67

XPD, dB 30

Max VSWR / R L, dB 1.06 / 30.7




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Radome Included

Antenna color white













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Technical Data Sheet ES46

Superflexible FLEXWELL® Standard Elliptical Waveguide

RFS The Clear Choice ™ ES46 Print Date: 29.08.2006


Product Description

FLEXWELL® elliptical waveguide is constructed oflongitudinally continuous seam welded, highlyconductive copper tube, corrugated and precisionformed into an elliptical cross section. It ismanufactured in continuous lengths using a specialseam welding process developed by the RFSorganization.

The corrugation design achieves high transversestability, flexibility and crush strength for superiorhandling and forming at an installation. The inherentstrength and flexibility of FLEXWELL waveguideallows on location, a continuous length ofwaveguide to be run directly from a tower-mountedantenna to the equipment building, eliminatingflange joint discontinuities and the use of bends,twists and flex sections associated with a rigidrectangular waveguide system. Because of itsflexibility, FLEXWELL elliptical waveguide can beeasily transported to an installation site in coils oron reels and then uncoiled as required duringinstallation.

FLEXWELL elliptical waveguide has set an industrystandard for excellent electrical performance. Eachwaveguide has been carefully designed for low lossand low VSWR in specific frequency bands. Foroptimum system performance, there is no substitutefor FLEXWELL waveguide.

As part of the RFS manufacturing process, allelliptical waveguides undergo several differentelectrical tests. Prior to shipping, every length is100% tested again for input VSWR, and undergoesa twenty-four hour pressure test. This additionaltesting is performed to guarantee conformance withpublished specifications and to avoid any problemsin the field.

A FLEXWELL elliptical waveguide feeder requiresless planning and reduces installation costs whencompared to a feeder system using a rigidrectangular waveguide. FLEXWELL waveguide isavailable cut to length with factory attachedconnectors or in continuous lengths for terminationin the field.

Technical Features

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Technical Data Sheet ES46 (Cont.)




Typical Operating Band, GHz 4.4 - 5.0

Performance Standard

Dimension over Jacket, mm (in) 68 x 41 (2.7 x 1.6)

Weight, kg/m (lb/ft) 1.6 (1.1)

Minimum Bending Radius E Plane, without rebending,mm (in)

150 (5.9)

Minimum Bending Radius H Plane, without rebending,mm (in)

500 (19.8)

Minimum Bending Radius E Plane, with rebending,mm (in)

150 (5.9)

Minimum Bending Radius H Plane, with rebending,mm (in)

600 (23.7)

Maximum Twist, degree/m (degree/ft) 2 (0.6)

Max. Operating Pressure, bar (psi) 0.5 (7.1)

Max. Pulling Length per Hoisting Grip, m (ft) 100 (305)

Standard Hanger Spacing, m (ft) 1.2 (4)

Recommended Installation Temperature Range, °C(°F)

-40 to +60 (-40 to +140)

Max. VSWR / Return Loss, dB 1.15 / 23.1

Cut-off Frequency, GHz 3.08

NoteVSWR values include connectors and are valid for frequency band of connectors.

Max. Operating Band: 3.90 - 5.00 GHz

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Technical Data Sheet ESP46

Superflexible FLEXWELL® Premium Elliptical Waveguide

RFS The Clear Choice ™ ESP46 Print Date: 29.08.2006


Product Description

FLEXWELL® elliptical waveguide is constructed oflongitudinally continuous seam welded, highlyconductive copper tube, corrugated and precisionformed into an elliptical cross section. It ismanufactured in continuous lengths using a specialseam welding process developed by the RFSorganization.

The corrugation design achieves high transversestability, flexibility and crush strength for superiorhandling and forming at an installation. The inherentstrength and flexibility of FLEXWELL waveguideallows on location, a continuous length ofwaveguide to be run directly from a tower-mountedantenna to the equipment building, eliminatingflange joint discontinuities and the use of bends,twists and flex sections associated with a rigidrectangular waveguide system. Because of itsflexibility, FLEXWELL elliptical waveguide can beeasily transported to an installation site in coils oron reels and then uncoiled as required duringinstallation.

FLEXWELL elliptical waveguide has set an industrystandard for excellent electrical performance. Eachwaveguide has been carefully designed for low lossand low VSWR in specific frequency bands. Foroptimum system performance, there is no substitutefor FLEXWELL waveguide.

As part of the RFS manufacturing process, allelliptical waveguides undergo several differentelectrical tests. Prior to shipping, every length is100% tested again for input VSWR, and undergoesa twenty-four hour pressure test. This additionaltesting is performed to guarantee conformance withpublished specifications and to avoid any problemsin the field.

A FLEXWELL elliptical waveguide feeder requiresless planning and reduces installation costs whencompared to a feeder system using a rigidrectangular waveguide. FLEXWELL waveguide isavailable cut to length with factory attachedconnectors or in continuous lengths for terminationin the field.

Technical Features

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Technical Data Sheet ESP46 (Cont.)




Typical Operating Band, GHz 4.4 - 5.0

Performance Premium

Dimension over Jacket, mm (in) 68 x 41 (2.7 x 1.6)

Weight, kg/m (lb/ft) 1.6 (1.1)

Minimum Bending Radius E Plane, without rebending,mm (in)

150 (5.9)

Minimum Bending Radius H Plane, without rebending,mm (in)

500 (19.8)

Minimum Bending Radius E Plane, with rebending,mm (in)

150 (5.9)

Minimum Bending Radius H Plane, with rebending,mm (in)

600 (23.7)

Maximum Twist, degree/m (degree/ft) 2 (0.6)

Max. Operating Pressure, bar (psi) 0.5 (7.1)

Max. Pulling Length per Hoisting Grip, m (ft) 100 (305)

Standard Hanger Spacing, m (ft) 1.2 (4)

Recommended Installation Temperature Range, °C(°F)

-40 to +60 (-40 to +140)

Max. VSWR / Return Loss, dB 1.073 / 29.1

Cut-off Frequency, GHz 3.08

NoteVSWR values include connectors and are valid for frequency band of connectors.

Max. Operating Band: 3.90 - 5.00 GHz

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Technical Data Sheet APD-20

APD-20 Automatic Dehydrator, with LP alarm, 0.2 SCFM, 115V50/60 Hz

RFS The Clear Choice ™ APD-20 Print Date: 29.08.2006


Product Description

The APD-20 series Automatic PressurizationDehydrator is designed for reliable pressurization ofelliptical waveguide, coaxial cable and rigidtransmission line systems. The dehydrator includesa self contained completely automated air dryingsystem that utilizes a pressure swing moistureabsorption cycle to provide pressurized dry air whilecontinuously purging the collected moisture to theatmosphere. This eliminates the need forreplacement or manual reactivation of the desiccantand makes our APD-20 and APD-70 seriesdehydrators ideal for unattended operation at evenremote sites. Dehydrators are also suitable for theaverage manned working environment since theytypically run less than 5% of the time. In mostnormal applications, APD series dehydrators can beexpected to operate for up to five years before anymaintenance activities are required.

The APD-20 is rated at .2 SCFM(.09 liter/sec) and-40°F (-40°C) dry air dew point output at a 95°F(35°C) 95% relative humidity input. For normalroom environments the dehydrator output air has atypical dew point of -55°F (-46°C). System pressureis controlled by the dehydrator pressure switchsettings. Normally, this is factory adjusted to 3 psig(20.7kPa) “on” and 5 psig (34.5 kPa) “off”, but maybe readjusted in the field to operate anywherebetween 2 and 15 psig (13.8 kPa and 103.4 kPa).An internal 40 psig check valve guarantees that thecustomer system stays isolated from thedehydrator’s internal system and prevents loss ofsystem pressure due to leakage in the dehydrator. For additional safety, a standard low pressure alarmswitch factory-set at 1 psig (6.9 kPa), is installed inthe dehydrator. The alarm switch contains a set ofSPST contacts that can be used for both local andremote monitoring or alarming. Additional standardfeatures include a 0-15 psig pressure gauge,indicating power light, and a visual moisture monitorwhich is dark blue when dry and turns pink whenwet.

The units may be shelf mounted or placed in a 19”EIA relay rack. A vented back cover for thedehydrator may be ordered as an optionalaccessory.

Technical Features

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Technical Data Sheet APD-20 (Cont.)

APD-20 Automatic Dehydrator, with LP alarm, 0.2 SCFM, 115V50/60 Hz

RFS The Clear Choice ™ APD-20 Print Date: 29.08.2006


Product Dehydrator

Dehydrator Type Automatic

System Capacity Standard

Operating Voltage 115V 50/60 Hz

60 Hz Output Capacity, liters/sec (SCFM) 0.09 (0.2)

50 Hz Output Capacity, liters/sec (SCFM) 0.08 (0.17)

Output Dew Point -40°C (-40°F)

Ambient Inlet Temperature, °C (°F) 1 - 49 (33 -120)

Ambient Humidity % maximum 95

Factory Set Output Pressure (on/off), kPa (psig) 20.7-34.5 (3/5)

Field Adjustable Output Pressure (on/off), kPa (psig) 13.8-103.4 (2-15)

Output Differential Output Pressure (on/off), kPa(psig)

13.8 (2) minimum

Compressor Rating 1/12 hp

Pumping Power Consumption 350 watts

Idle Power Consumption, Watts 10

Low Pressure Alarm Factory set for 1 psig. (P/N 916814-001) 0.5psig differential.

Output Fitting 1/8" FPT to 3/8" plastic tube fitting

Dimensions, H x W x D, mm (in) 355 x 450 x 203 (14 x 17-11/16 x 8)

Net Weight, kg (lb) 22 (47)

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