3042 HF Antenna Tuner
  • Fast tuning
  • High efficiency
  • Waterproof
  • MIL-STD-810G environmentals
  • 2 to 30 MHz
  • 125 W RF power handling
  • Vertical and NVIS Whip Antennas
  • Flexible mounting
  • ALE compatible
  • Internal receive mode amplifier

The 3042 is a low profile, 125 W HF antenna tuning unit designed to deliver high performance and reliability in the world’s harshest environments.

It provides high speed and efficient tuning of short whip antennas across the full operational HF band.

Product Specifications
  • Frequency range

    3 to 30 MHz (1.6 m lightweight whip)
    2 to 30 MHz (2.4 m whip)
    2 to 15 MHz (4 m NVIS)

  • Power rating

    125 W PEP

  • Power consumption

    Typically 400 mA, less than 0.8 A maximum

  • Input impedance

    50 Ω

  • VSWR

    Typically ≤1.5:1

  • Tuning Speed

    New frequency <1 second average, memory tune <150 ms

  • Memory channels

    Unlimited (unique non-linear memory allocation)

  • DC operating range

    Codan transceiver (12 V nominal)


Mechanical :

  • Temperature

    –30 to +60°C (–22 to +140°F), 95% humidity

  • Protection

    Open Circuit, Short Circuit, Over Voltage, Over Temperature, Voltage Transients,
    High VSWR

  • Environmental

    MIL-STD-810G (Dust, Vibration)
    Immersion to IP68

  • EMC

    Designed to MIL-STD-461

  • Dimensions

    300 mm L x 250 m W x 95 mm H (11.8 in L x 9.8 in W x 3.7 in H )

  • Weight

    2.4 kg (5.3 lbs)

  • Colour

    White or olive drab green


Interface :

  • RF connector

    N-type socket

  • Control

    6 pin bayonet (MIL spec)


Accessories :

  • Antennas

    1.6 m (5.3 ft) Stainless Steel with 0.8 m (2.6 ft) Riser
    1.6 m (5.3 ft) Fibreglass with 0.8 m (2.6 ft) Riser
    3.6 m (11.8 ft) NVIS whip

  • Antenna bases

    Flange mount
    Flange mount bracket
    Single hole mount
    Spring

  • Mounting hardware

    Vehicle shock mount
    Installation kit

  • Cables

    2, 6 10 and 20 m (6.6, 19.7, 32.8 and 65.6 ft) RF coaxial cables
    2, 6 10 and 20 m (6.6, 19.7, 32.8 and 65.6 ft) control cables

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