DAMS 6000 18 GHz Antenna Pattern Measurement Test System

Diamond Engineering DAMS 6000 18 GHz Advanced Antenna Measurement

System Features

Wide Frequency Ranges
Capable of measuring frequencies ranging from DC to 18 GHz.

Dual-Axis Movement
360º continuous or sweeping horizontal movement with up to ± 45º vertical tilt.

High Resolution
Capable of .0625º steps azimuth and .10º steps elevation.

Weight Capacity
Able to carry a payload of up to 20 lbs.

Precision Rotary Joint
The rotary joint is constructed from carbon-based material suited for noiseless measurements of up to 18 GHz.

Includes All Accessories
This is the complete measurement solution and includes everything besides the VNA and computer.

Deluxe Measurement Software
Comes with DAMS Measurement Studio Pro featuring special plots and functions.

Complete Warranty
Comes complete with our 3-year warranty covering all parts, labor and technical support.

Calibrated SMA Cables
System includes two 10’ ultra-low-loss precision SMA measurement cables certified to 18 GHz.

Precision Drive Train
Equipped with a precision stepper motor, and Kevlar belt transmission.

Advanced Measurement Calculator
Enables users to performs detailed and complex mathematical computations.

Spherical Plot Module
Map measured antenna data over a sphere or an ideal isotropic sphere.

All DAMS x000 Series systems feature:

• Lightweight acrylic construction
• Professionally 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

Antenna Efficiency Module Tutorial

In this video, we demonstrate usage of the DAMS Antenna Efficiency module using the Diamond Engineering Broadband pedal antenna.

Diamond Engineering DAMS x000 Series Series Antenna Measurement Systems Specifications
	DAMS 5000	DAMS 6000	DAMS 7000
Frequency Ranges	6 GHz	18 GHz	40 GHz
Cable Interface	Ultra high-quality cable with SMA connectorsM Ultra-precision, low-noise rotary joint with SMA connectors ("K" connectors on DAMS 7000)
Platform Movement	Horizontal 1.8º precision stepper motor with low noise belts : Up to .125º azimuth resolution (DAMS 5000) Up to .0625º azimuth resolution (DAMS 6000/7000) 360º continuous azimuth range ± 45º elevation range @ .10º per step Vertical precision hybrid linear actuator
Weight Capacity	10 lbs. maximum @ level position (DAMS 5000) 20 lbs. maximum @ level position (DAMS 6000/7000) (capacity decreases with angle)
Platform Control Interface	USB 1.1 (RS232 available upon request)
Special Options (included w/ DAMS 6000/7000)	Acrylic or aluminum thrust plate (additional cost may apply) Digital level for precise setup Ultra-high resolution option Positioning laser for long range alignment Vertical alignment tool +/- 90 degree pivot for spherical measurements DAMS Software Studio Pro Advanced processing module Up to 3-year warranty on parts and labor (all x000 systems) Technical support (all x000 systems)
Analyzer Control Interface	GPIB controller card (not included)
Platform Max Speed	120º per minute (vertical) 30 R.P.M. maximum azimuth
Positioner Mounting	Velbon tripod with fluid pan head Horizontal or vertical, standard 1/4-20 tripod threads
Positioner Composition	85% acrylic and Delrin® construction for limited reflection
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
Power Requirements	+24 vDC (3.0A) center pin + on connector
Positioner Dimensions	12 inches (30.5 cm) wide 5 inches (12.5 cm) tall WITHOUT vertical movement assembly 14 inches (35.6 cm) tall WITH vertical movement assembly
Positioner Weight	5 pounds (2.27 kg)
Width	12" (30.5 cm) without tripod
Height	5" (12.5 cm) without vertical movement assembly or tripod 35" (88.9 cm) minimum or 70" maximum (177.8 cm) with vertical movement assembly and tripod
Tripod Composition	Aluminum and plastic
Platform Operating Specifications
Platform Movement	Horizontal 1.8 degree precision stepper motor with low-noise belts Up to .0625º azimuth resolution 360º continuous azimuth range ± 45º elevation range at .10º per step Vertical precision hybrid linear actuator
Platform Max Speed	30 R.P.M. azimuth 120º per minute elevation
Platform Mounting	Velbon® tripod with fluid pan head Standard 1/4-20 tripod threads (horizontal or vertical)
Platform Composition	85% acrylic / Delrin® construction for limited reflection
Weight Capacity	10 lbs. maximum at level position (20 lbs. with thrust plate) (capacity decreases with angle)
Drivetrain	Azimuth: stepper motor with belt transmission
Elevation	stepper hybrid non-captive lead screw
Cable Interface	Ultra-low-loss cables with SMA connectors certified to 18GHz Ultra-precision, ultra-low noise rotary joint with SMA (female)
Included Options	Acrylic or aluminum thrust plate (additional cost may apply) Digital level for precise setup Ultra-high resolution option Positioning laser for long range alignment Vertical alignment tool ± 90º pivot for spherical measurements DAMS Software Studio Pro Advanced processing module Up to 3-year warranty on parts and labor Technical support
Controller Operating Specifications
Control Methods	DAMS Antenna Measurement Software (or any software with serial communication*) (* requires Platform Development Kit)
Interface	Hybrid USB/serial
Input Power	24V 1.6A switched power supply
Analyzer Interface	GPIB controller card (not included)
Physical Properties
Width	12” (30.5 cm) without tripod
Height	5” (12.5 cm) without vertical movement assembly or tripod 35” (35.6 cm) minimum 72” (182.88 cm) with vertical movement assembly and tripod
Weight	3 lbs. (without tripod and vertical assembly) 7 lbs. (with tripod and vertical assembly)
Positioner Composition	Acrylic 87% Stainless steel 5% Aluminum 5% Misc. plastics/metals 3%
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 Comparison
	DAMS 5000	DAMS 6000	DAMS 7000
Frequency Range	DC to 6 GHz	DC to 18 GHz	DC to 40 GHz
Movement Range	Azimuth: 360º Continious Elevation: ± 45º	Azimuth: 360º Continious Elevation: ± 45º	Azimuth: 360º Continious Elevation: ± 45º
Resolution	Azimuth: .125º Elevation: .10º	Azimuth: .0625º Elevation: .10º	Azimuth: .0625º Elevation: .10º
Weight Capacity	10 lbs.	20 lbs.	20 lbs.
Included Cables	Two 10' Low-loss SMA Cables	Two 10' ULTRA-Low-loss SMA Cables	Two 10' ULTRA-Low-loss 40 GHzCables
Rotary Joint	6 GHzRotary Joint	18 GHzPrecision Rotary Joint	40 GHzPrecision Rotary Joint
Included Software	DAMS Antenna Measurement Studio	DAMS Antenna Measurement Studio Pro	DAMS Antenna Measurement Studio Pro
Spherical Plotting Module	Not Included	Included	Included
Included Accessories	Standard Accessory package	All Accessories	All Accessories
Warranty	Full 1 year Warranty	Full 2 year Warranty	Full 2 year Warranty