Antenna Research Unveils the 243 Series of SATCOM and Military Communication Antennas

BELTSVILLE, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Antenna Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is pleased to announce its new 243 series antenna. This series is the smallest and most lightweight foldable SATCOM antenna line that ARA has designed to date. Utilizing input provided by former Special Operations Communications experts who served in Afghanistan and other hotspots around the world, the Engineering team at ARA has created the smartest, most convenient and user-friendly mini SATCOM antenna system available in today’s market.

One of many convenient features of the ARA-243 series is its ability to diversify its functions in order to satisfy a variety of military communication needs. Each system is available with a wide range of attachments. Each attachment is compatible with the top RF part of the system, giving users the freedom to switch functions with simplicity and ease. This system includes all this functionality while providing optimal gain and communication link performance.

Antenna Research’s 243 Series hosts a variety of different products to fit a soldiers every need:

• The ARA-243T is an antenna with a sturdy, yet compact tripod, with continuous azimuthal and elevation adjustment.
• The ARA-243P is an antenna with an easy to hold pistol grip. ARA’s Engineering team consulted with several gun experts in order to find the most practical and comfortable grip. The result was the use of a grip that is part of a widely used rifle.
• The ARA-243M is the magnetic mount model. This model can be used to secure the antenna to the top of a Connex container or other metallic surface when an operator may not have room to deploy a full tripod.
• The ARA-243K model is an antenna kit that includes all of the aforementioned attachments (tripod, pistol, and magnetic mount). This system features a carrying case that is MOLLE compliant so that it can be attached to the outside of the rucksack. The pistol grip model comes with a smartly designed holster that can be worn by the operator.

ARA is ready to take orders for the 243 antenna system. This innovative new product and others like this, continue to keep ARA at the forefront of the SATCOM industry. ARA strives to supply antenna systems that seamlessly enable users to complete their missions. The members of Antenna Research Associates, Inc. are always interested to hear about any special requirements that customers might have.

To Submit Orders please contact: 1-877-272-7253 or [e-mail].