DAMS Economy Series
The DAMS Economy Series (E-Series) is our most economical full-spherical and fully automated antenna measurement system. It’s designed for devices weighing up to 5- or 10-pounds (model dependent). This series unites the simplicity and ease of our x000 series systems with our FSM add-on in a single package.
All E-Series systems feature a non-metallic, belt-driven turntable to ensure a low-reflection environment, ideal for 360° azimuth scans of electrically small or omnidirectional antennas. In conjunction with the FSM attachment, the E-Series now enables precise 360° elevation measurements. These combined motions allow for rapid, fully-automated spherical testing with extremely high precision and minimal effort.
After all data has been collected, it is then processed through the included DAMS Antenna Measurement Studio, which provides comprehensive analysis tools and a variety of intuitive visualization options.
What’s Included?
All standard DAMS E-Series packages features a dual-axis positioner with a 10-inch turntable, the FSM mount, our powerful DAMS Antenna Measurement Studio, precision RF cables and rotary joints, all tools and documentation, plus DUT mounting hardware. Everything is backed by 3-year warranty.
DAMS E-Series Datasheet Educational discounts are available for students, teachers or staff of universities or technical schools.
Key Features & Functions
- 2D and 3D* Measurements
- Far Field Parameters (gain, beamwidth, efficiency, directivity, polarization, isolation, and more)
- OTA Measurements (TRP/TIS)
- Phase Center Measurements
- Spherical Near Field (optional)
* = Will perform partial 3D without Pro software upgrade
Highlights
- Precision single-axis movement
- Precision rotary joint
- Extremely high resolution (up to 0.0625º steps azimuth and 0.10º steps elevation)
- Up to 10-pound payload capacity
- Complete 1 to 3 year warranty (model dependent)
What's Included?
The standard DAMS E-Series package features:
- 2-axis positioner
- DAMS Antenna Measurement Studio
- Precision RF cables
- Precision rotary joint
- DUT mounting hardware
- Tools and documentation
- 1+ year warranty (model dependent)
Positioner Operating Specifications
| Frequency Ranges: | DC to 6 GHz (ES5-6, ES10-6, ET-6) |
| DC to 18 GHz (ES5-18, ES10-18, ET-18) | |
| DC to 40 GHz (ES5-40, ES10-40, ET-40) | |
| Platform Movement: | Azimuth 1.8 degree precision stepper motor with low-noise belts |
| Up to 0.125º azimuth resolution (ES5-6, ES10-6, ET-6) | |
| Up to 0.0625º azimuth resolution (ES5-18, ES5-40, ES10-18, ES10-40, ET-18, ET-40) | |
| 360º continuous azimuth range | |
| (Optional) Vertical precision hybrid linear actuator | |
| (Optional) ± 45º elevation range at 0.10º per step | |
| Platform Max Speed: | 30 R.P.M. azimuth |
| (Optional) 120º per minute elevation | |
| Platform Mounting: | Velbon tripod with fluid pan head |
| Standard 1/4"-20 tripod threads | |
| Weight Capacity: | 5 lbs. maximum @ level position* (ES5 or ET5 series) 10 lbs. maximum @ level position* (ES10 or ET10 series) * Capacity decreases with angle on systems equipped with optional vertical tilt axis |
| Drivetrain: | Azimuth: stepper motor with belt transmission |
| Cable Interface: | Ultra-high quality cable with SMA connectors (all “K” connectors on model FS-40) |
| Ultra-precision, ultra-low noise rotary joint with SMA (female) | |
| Special Options(*): | Vertical tilt axis |
| Acrylic thrust plate (additional cost for aluminum) | |
| Digital level for precise setup | |
| Ultra-high resolution option | |
| Positioning laser for long range alignment | |
| Vertical alignment tool | |
| DAMS Software Studio Pro | |
| Advanced processing module | |
| Technical support (all systems) | |
| Warranty: | 1-year on parts and labor (ES5 Series and ET5 Series) |
| 3-year on parts and labor (ES5-18, ES5-40, ES10-18, ES10-40, ET5-18, ET5-40) |
Controller Operating Specifications
| Control Methods: | DAMS Antenna Measurement Software |
| Customer written 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) turntable only |
| Min: 35” (88.9 cm) with optional vertical movement assembly and tripod | |
| Max: 72” (182.88 cm) with optional vertical movement assembly and tripod | |
| Weight: | 5 lbs. (2.2 kg) (without tripod and optional vertical assembly) |
| 9 lbs. (4.1 kg) (with tripod and optional 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) |
Standard Models
Unless otherwise specified all standard model packages include the positioner, DAMS Antenna Measurement Studio software, all RF components (rotary joints, adapters, cables, etc.) and AUT mounting hardware. In addition, each system includes all necessary tools and extensive documentation.
| Model | Frequency Range | Maximum Payload | Number of Axes of Motion |
| ES5-6 | DC to 6 GHz | 5 pounds | 2 |
| ES5-18 | DC to 18 GHz | 5 pounds | 2 |
| ES5-40 | DC to 40 GHz | 5 pounds | 2 |
| ES10-6 | DC to 6 GHz | 10 pounds | 2 |
| ES10-18 | DC to 18 GHz | 10 pounds | 2 |
| ES10-40 | DC to 40 GHz | 10 pounds | 2 |
| ET-6 | DC to 6 GHz | 20 pounds | 1 |
| ET-18 | DC to 18 GHz | 20 pounds | 1 |
| ET-40 | DC to 40 GHz | 20 pounds | 1 |
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Accessories
| DEPC-D | Pre-configured PC (desktop) |
| DEPC-L | Pre-configured PC (laptop) |
| DE-SIM | DAMS Antenna & Network Simulator software add-on |
| DPA-SW-N2F | Spherical nearfield processing |
| DPA-AUTOPOL | 18 GHz SPDT RF switch auto-polarizer with cables/adapters |
| DPA-AUTOPOL-40 | 40 GHz SPDT RF switch auto-polarizer with cables/adapters |
| DE-05xx | Broadband reference horn 500 MHz to 18, 26, 30 or 40 GHz |
| DE-07xx | Broadband reference horn 700 MHz to 18, 26, 30 or 40 GHz |
Customer Support
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