Diamond Engineering DAMS 5250 6 GHz Super Heavy Duty Antenna Measurement

Diamond Engineering DAMS x250 Series Antenna Measurement Systems

Wide Frequency Ranges
Capable of measuring ranges from DC to 6 GHz (DAMS 5250), DC to 18 GHz (DAMS 6250) or DC to 40 GHz (DAMS 7250).

Dual-Axis Movement
360º azimuth range with up to ± 90º of elevation tilt.

High Resolution
Capable of .25º steps azimuth and .25º steps elevation (DAMS 5250), or up to .10º steps azimuth and .10º steps elevation (DAMS 6250/7250).

Weight Capacity
Able to carry payloads of up to 150 lbs.

Precision Rotary Joint
The rotary joint is constructed from a special carbon based material that allows noiseless measurements up to 6 GHz (DAMS 5250), 18 GHz (DAMS 6250) or 40 GHz (DAMS 7250).

Deluxe Measurement Software
All systems come complete with DAMS Measurement Studio which features various special plots and functions (DAMS Measurement Studio Pro included with DAMS 6250/7250).

Spherical Plot Module
Map measured antenna data over a sphere or an ideal isotropic sphere (DAMS 6250/7250 only).

Complete Warranty
Our 3-year warranty covers all parts, labor and technical support.

Included RF Cables
All systems include two 10’ calibrated measurement cables. Precision low-loss SMA cables (DAMS 5250), precision ultra-low-loss SMA cables certified to 18 GHz (DAMS 6250) or precision low-loss cables with 2.92mm “K” connectors certified to 40 GHz (DAMS 7250).

Includes All Accessories
This is the complete measurement solution and includes everything besides the VNA and computer (DAMS 6250/7250 only).

Precision Drive Train
Steel gear and worm, with ball and tapered roller bearings for high torque and smooth motion.

Advanced Measurement Calculator
Takes the hastle out of performing detailed and complex computations.

All DAMS x250 Series systems feature:

• ± 90º Tilt
• Ultra-heavy-duty aluminum construction
• Ultra-heavy-duty tripod
• Professionally CNC-machined parts
• Precision calibrated RF cables
• Silver/carbon rotary joints
• Feature-packed software
• Detailed full-color users manual
• Full technical support
• Parts and labor warranty

Diamond Engineering DAMS x100 Series Heavy-Duty Antenna Measurement System Specifications
	5250	6250	7250
Frequency Ranges	DC to 6 GHz	DC to 18 GHz	DC to 40 GHzz
Cable Interface	Ultra-high quality cable with SMA/K* connectors Ultra-precision, low-noise rotary joint with SMA/K* (female)
Platform Movement	.01º azimuth resolution  360 degree azimuth rotation  Encoded position feedback  Ultra-high torque stepper drive system  ± 90 degree elevation range @ 0.1 degree per step  Heavy-duty steel gear drive-train  Steel gear and worm, with ball and tapered roller bearings
Platform Control Interface	USB/RS-232 serial/ethernet
Included Special Options	24-inch aluminum thrust plate Ultra-high resolution option Positioning laser Vertical alignment tool DAMS Software Studio Pro 3-year warranty on parts and labor Full technical support
Analyzer Control Interface	GPIB controller card (not included)
Platform Max Speed	120º per minute (vertical) 30 R.P.M. maximum azimuth
Positioner Mounting	30" aluminum or acrylic AUT thrust plate with 250-lb. payload capacity Ultra-heavy-duty tripod
Power Requirements	+48 vDC (6.0A)
Positioner Dimensions	17 inches (30.5 cm) wide 12 inches (12.5 cm) deep 17 inches (35.6 cm) tall
Positioner Weight	120 pounds (54.5 kg)
Tripod Weight	35 pounds (15 kg)
Positioner Composition	85% Aluminum 10% Stainless Steel 5% Misc. plastic/metals
Positioner Weight	45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Tripod Weight	23 pounds (10.4 kg)
Combined Weights	68 pounds (30.9 kg)
Environmental Conditions	Operating temp: 0° C to 45° C (32° F to 104° F) No condensation Transport temp: -40° C to 60° C (-40° F to 140° F) 10% to 90% relative humidity No condensation within 72 hours
Tripod Specifications
Maximum Load Capacity	400 pound (181.8 kg)
Maximum Height	41 inches (104 cm)
Minimum Height	25 inches (64.5 cm)
Dismantled Dimensions	30.5 x 14.5 inches (77.4 x 36.8 cm)
Maximum Spread	55 inches (139.7 cm)
Leg Sections	Two
Column Travel	No travel
Foot Plate Diameter	6 inches (15 cm) (self-leveling)
Platform Operating Specifications
Platform Movement	Horizontal 1.8 degree precision stepper motor with low-noise belts Up to .10º azimuth resolution 360º continuous azimuth range ± 90º elevation range at 0.1º per step
Drivetrain	Heavy-duty steel gear drive-train Steel gear and worm, with ball and tapered roller bearings
Positioner Feedback	Precision potentiometer (DAMS 5250) High accuracy resolver (DAMS 6250/7250)
Platform Max Speed	30 R.P.M. azimuth 120º per minute elevation
Platform Mounting	30” aluminum AUT thrust plate with 250 lbs. of payload capacity Ultra heavy-duty tripod
Weight Capacity	250 lbs. maximum payload at level position (capacity decreases with angle)
Cable Interface	Ultra high-quality cable with SMA connectors Ultra-precision, low-noise rotary joint with SMA connectors (“K” connectors on DAMS 7250)
Included Options	Digital level for precise setup Positioning laser for long range alignment DAMS Software Studio Pro Advanced processing module 3-year warranty on parts and labor Technical support
Controller Operating Specifications
Control Methods	DAMS Antenna Measurement Software (or any software with serial communication which requires the Platform Development Kit)
Interface	USB/RS-232 serial/ethernet
Input Power	+48 vDC (6.0A)
Analyzer Interface	GPIB controller card (not included)
Physical Properties
Dimensions w/o Tripod	17 inches (30.5 cm) wide 12 inches (12.5 cm) deep 17 inches (35.6 cm) tall
Height	5” (12.5 cm) WITHOUT vertical movement assembly or tripod 35” (35.6 cm) minimum with vertical movement assembly and tripod 72” (182.88 cm) maximum
Weight	120 lbs. (positioner only) 35 lbs. (tripod only) 155 lbs. (combined weights)
Positioner Composition	80% Aluminum 15% Stainless steel 5% Misc. plastics/metals
Tripod Composition	Aluminum and plastic
Environmental Specifications
Operating Temp	0º C to 45º C (32º F to 104º F) (with no condensation)
Transport Temp	-40º C to 60º C (-40º F to 140º F) (no condensation within 72 hours)
Model Features
	5250	6250	7250
Frequency Range	DC to 6 GHz	DC to 18 GHz	DC to 40 GHz
> Movement Range	Azimuth: 360º Continious Elevation: ± 90º	Azimuth: 360º Continious Elevation: ± 90º	Azimuth: 360º Continious Elevation: ± 90º
Resolution	Azimuth: .01º Elevation: .01º	Azimuth: .01º Elevation: .01º	Azimuth: .01º Elevation: .01º
Weight Capacity	250 lbs. (nominal) or up to 300 lbs. (maximum)	250 lbs. (nominal) or up to 300 lbs. (maximum)	250 lbs. (nominal) or up to 300 lbs. (maximum)
Included Cables	Two 10' Low-loss SMA Cables	Two 10' ULTRA-Low-loss SMA Cables	Two 10' ULTRA-Low-loss 40 GHz Cables
Rotary Joint	6 GHz Rotary Joint	18 GHz Precision Rotary Joint	40 GHz Precision Rotary Joint
Included Software	DAMS Antenna Measurement Studio Pro	DAMS Antenna Measurement Studio Pro	DAMS Antenna Measurement Studio Pro
Spherical Plotting Module	Included	Included	Included
Included Accessories	All Accessories	All Accessories	All Accessories
Warranty	Full 3 year Warranty	Full 3 year Warranty	Full 3 year Warranty