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SAM – Small Antenna Module

Spacemanic’s SAM (Small Antenna Module) is an innovative, deployable antenna module designed for nanosatellite communication systems. Engineered with versatility and reliability in mind, the SAM module can be customized to meet specific mission requirements. Available in several modifications, including two VHF dipoles, two UHF dipoles, a combination of VHF and UHF dipoles, or a UHF turnstile, this module ensures optimal performance and adaptability for a wide range of satellite communication needs.

Features:

  • Plug&Play Design
  • Compatible with CubeSat standard
  • Compatible with CubeSat components from other vendors
  • CubeSat Space Protocol
  • Deployable mechanism redundancy
  • Deployment detection
  • Option to choose antenna type:
    • 2x VHF dipole
    • 2x UHF dipole
    • VHF + UHF dipole
    • UHF turnstile
  • Robust design, flight heritage
Specifications
Dimensions:
98 x 98 x 5.2 mm (without MMCX and coverplate)
Dimensions:
98 x 98 x 9 mm (without coveplate)
Mass:
~55 g
Power Supply:
3.3V
Power Supply:
5V
Power Consumption:
1.5 W (deployment mode)
Power Consumption:
<75 mW (communication mode)
Operating Temperature:
-40C to 85C
Frequency Range:
133 to 150 MHz
Frequency Range:
380 to 450 MHz
Antenna Gain:
2.3 dBi (VHF dipole)
Antenna Gain:
2.6 dBi (UHF dipole)
Antenna Gain:
2.6 dBi (UHF turnstile)
Connector:
MMCX
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