DAMS x000 Series
The DAMS x000 Series is our oldest and most basic antenna measurement system, which is suited for devices up to 10 pounds (4.5 kg) for DAMS 5000, or 20 pounds (9 kg) for DAMS 6000 or 7000. The single-axis, non-metallic, belt-driven turntable provides a low-reflection environment ideal for electrically small or omni-directional antennas.
What’s Included?
The standard DAMS x000 package features a single axis positioner with a 10-inch turntable, 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.
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)
* = DAMS 5000 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 20-pound payload capacity
- Complete 1+ year warranty (model dependent)
What's Included?
Standard DAMS x000 Series package features:
- Single-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 (DAMS 5000) |
| DC to 18 GHz (DAMS 6000) | |
| DC to 40 GHz (DAMS 7000) | |
| Platform Movement: | Horizontal 1.8 degree precision stepper motor with low-noise belts |
| Up to 0.125º azimuth resolution (DAMS 5000) | |
| Up to 0.0625º azimuth resolution (DAMS 6000/7000) | |
| 360º continuous azimuth range | |
| ± 45º elevation range at 0.10º 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) | |
| Weight Capacity: | 10 or 20 lbs. maximum @ level position (model dependent, capacity decreases with angle) |
| Drivetrain: | Azimuth: stepper motor with belt transmission |
| Cable Interface: | Ultra-high quality cable with SMA connectors (all “K” connectors on model 7000) |
| 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 (DAMS 5000) |
| 3-year on parts and labor (DAMS 6000/7000) |
(*) = included with DAMS 6000/7000 models
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 vertical movement assembly and tripod | |
| Max: 72” (182.88 cm) with vertical movement assembly and tripod | |
| Weight: | 5 lbs. (2.2 kg) (without tripod and vertical assembly) |
| 9 lbs. (4.1 kg) (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) |
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 |
| DAMS 5000 | DC to 6 GHz |
| DAMS 6000 | DC to 18 GHz |
| DAMS 7000 | DC to 40 GHz |
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Options
| OPT-X0-90 | 90° tilt stage (NEW!)  Datasheet |
| DFSM5-xx | Full Spherical Mount (5 pound capacity) (xx = available ranges from DC to 18, 40 or 50 GHz) |
| DFSM10-xx | Full Spherical Mount (10 pound capacity) (xx = available ranges from DC to 18, 40 or 50 GHz) |
| DFSM25-xx | Full Spherical Mount (25 pound capacity) (xx = available ranges from DC to 18, 40 or 50 GHz) |
| DPA-LASERTOOL-B | Laser alignment tool |
| DPA-DIGILEVEL | Digital level |
| PT-DMS-THRUSTP-ACR | Larger thrust plate (12" acrylic, 0.350" thick) |
| PT-DMS-THRUSTP-ALM | Larger thrust plate (12" aluminum, 0.25" thick) |
| OPT-ENC | Encoder feedback capability |
| DPA-PDK | DAMS Platform Development Kit |
| OPT-SMA | Software maintenance agreement |
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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