Andrew Packs More Backhaul Power in Smaller Microwave Antenna

(Product News, 25 Nov 2009)

Wireless operators continue to grapple with how best to enlarge their backhaul networks to accommodate ever-increasing voice and data traffic while reducing capital and operating costs. Andrew Solutions, the CommScope Inc. division, steps in yet again with a new microwave antenna solution that offers high performance in a smaller antenna size.

The Andrew ValuLine Vision one-meter microwave backhaul antenna with its robust electrical design enables radiation pattern performance and gain levels that are similar to a 1.2 meter antenna and compliant to the highest regulatory standards. This means that:
• Substantial CapEx and OpEx reductions should materialize,
• Many 1.2m antenna links can now be closed with the new 1m antenna, and
• High gain is achievable with a smaller size antenna.
The antenna’s smaller size and improved physical design translate into the following:
• Lower freight and storage costs
• Less tower loading
• Lower tower leasing costs
• Easier installation
• Lower price

The Andrew ValuLine Vision one-meter antenna’s innovative mount design gives unencumbered access to the rear of the antenna, making radio equipment and waveguide cable installation easier. The mount allows for gradual adjustments, simplifying antenna alignment even under adverse conditions. Andrew’s design innovations include a lower volume shipping package that also helps reduce freight and storage costs. Andrew’s ValuLine Vision antenna is made to withstand winds up to 250 kilometers per hour and boasts radiation pattern performance that exceeds ETSI (European Telecommunications Standards Institute) Class 3 performance.