D2212-A Dipole Antenna
The D2212-A dipole antenna is a rugged, dual-element VHF antenna operating in the 150–174 MHz band. Designed for military aviation and ground operations, it supports simultaneous transmissions via two independent connectors in a single radome.
Description
The D2212-A dipole antenna is a high-performance VHF antenna designed for reliable communications in military and defense applications. Operating in the 150–174 MHz frequency range, it features two independent radiating elements and connectors within one durable fiberglass radome, enabling simultaneous operation across multiple VHF channels. Its vertically polarized design ensures uniform coverage, while the rugged construction provides excellent environmental resilience. Ideal for ground-based and aviation communication platforms, the D2212-A delivers dependable performance in mission-critical environments.
| General Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Model Name | D2212-A |
| Part Number | 95013701 |
| Antenna Type | Dipole Antenna |
| Radiation Pattern | Omni-Directional |
| Enclosure | Wound Fiberglass Radome |
| Colour | Olive Drab (RAL 6022) |
| Compliances | RoHS, REACH |
| Markets | Military & Defence, Aviation & Air Traffic |
| Electrical Specifications | |
| Frequency (MHz) | 150-174 |
| Frequency Band | VHF |
| Gain - (dBi) | 2 |
| Polarization | Vertical |
| VSWR (Max) | 2:1 |
| Impedance (Ω) | 50 |
| VHF Max Input Power (W) | 350 |
| Isolation - Min. (dB) | 30 |
| HPBW (°) | 75 |
| Mechanical Specifications | |
| Length - in (mm) | 128.4 (3261) |
| Weight - lbs (kg) | 13 (5.9) |
| Element Configuration | VHF-VHF |
| Number of Elements | 2 |
| Connector Type | N-Type (Female) |
| Number of Connectors | 2 |
| Environmental & Structural Specifications | |
| Operating Temperature - °F (°C) | -40 to 158 (-40 to 70) |
| Wind Loading Area - ft² (m²) | 1.61 (.15) |
| Wind Loading Area with ½" Ice - ft² (m²) | 2.53 (.23) |
| Bend Moment (ft-lbs) | 191.6 |
| Bend Moment with ½" Ice (ft-lbs) | 78.9 |
| Survival Rating No Ice - mph (kph) | 140 (225) |
| Mounting Specifications | |
| Mount Type | Mount A - Clamp Mount |
| Mast OD - in (mm) | 3 (76) |
Model Variants
- D2212 Dipole Antenna – Frequency-Shifted Model (116-150 MHz) with standard mounting
- D2212A-M2G Shipboard Antenna – Shipboard Model with Military Double Mast Clamp (150–174 MHz)
- D2212-S Sectional Dipole Antenna – Two-Piece Sectional Model (116–150 MHz)
