TC-201A TCAS Transponder Antenna Coupler Kit

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EDMO # 140889

MFR Part # 140889

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Product Description

The TC-201A transponder antenna coupler kit provides shielding for TCAS and combined TCA transponder directional antenna during testing procedures on the transponder system. This antenna coupler supports maintenance testing in airborne conditions and reduces interference from air traffic control or nearby nearby aircraft.

This TC-201 antenna coupler kit (EDMO# 140889) supports the Collins TSA-4100 & Honeywell/ACSS AT-910 and similar equipment and is recommended for use on fuselages size of 110 inches.

Features

Kit 140889 includes:
TC-201A Antenna Coupler (22130799)
Transit case (142743)
Coax TNC, 50’ (142839)
Attenuator, 30 dB (92863)
User guide (22136337)
Features:
Reliable test results according to FAR Part 43, Appendix F, ERP and MTL testing in high multi-path environments
>20 dB signal isolation
Shields frequencies for transponder and ADS-B testing
Bearing selector dial allows for four-quadrant testing
Reduces interference from air traffic control and nearby aircraft
Reduced testing time with high level of repeatability
Tests all quadrants of directional TCAS or TCAS/transponder antennas
Line-of-sight testing is not required
Eliminates the need for DD-1494 frequency authorization
Universal design allows for use with any suitable TCAS/transponder test set

Specifications

Weight:

11 lb (4.9 kg), coupler only 41 lb (18.6 lb), kit w/ case
Dimensions:

19 in (48.26 kg), coupler only 24.81 x 63.45 x 35.94 in, kit w/ case
Accommodates Antenna Dimensions:

9.25 in, max. (diameter) 11 in, max. (oval) 2 in, max. (height)
Supported Equipment:

TC-201A: Collins TSA-4100 and Similar & Honeywell/ACSS AT-910 and Similar TC-201B: Collins TSA-4100 and Similar
Minimum Recommended Fuselage Size:

TC-201A: 110 in TC-201B: 92 in
Frequency Response:

1,030 MHz — 1,090 MHz
Return Loss:

> 9 dB
Insertion Loss:

15.5 dB, typical
Repeatability:

< 1 dB
Isolation:

> 20 dB
Bearing Accuracy:

±18°, max. < ±10°, typical
Connect:

TNC, female