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Directive Systems & Engineering DSEFO144-12XPOL Manual

Directive Systems & Engineering DSEFO144-12XPOL Manual

24 element 2.5 wl. dual polarity k1fo designed yagi,

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24 Element 2.5 wl. Dual Polarity K1FO Designed Yagi,
Boom
1 1/4" Rea r Boom s ecti on
1 3/8" Center Boom s ecti on
1 1/4" Front Boom s ecti on
1 1/8" Front Boom extens i on
El ement Bundl e
1/4" El ements
1/2" Dri ven El ement
3/8" T-a rms
DSEFO144-12XPOL Rev 2/21
Directive Systems & Engineering
2702 Rodgers Terrace
Haymarket, VA 20169-1628
www.directivesystems.com
703-754-3876
Model DSEFO144-12XPOL
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency range: MHz ......................144-146
Gain: dBd........................................... 12.6 dBd (14.75 dBi)
Impedance: Ohms.............................. 50
Connector type................................... Type N(F) UG-58/U
Front -to- back ratio: dB...................... 23
SWR: Typical at resonance................ ≅1.2:1
Beamwidth: degrees
E- Plane ................................. 34°
H- Plane ................................. 37°
Sidelobe level: decibels
E- Plane.................................. -19
H- Plane.................................. -16
Power rating, Continuous: Watts ....... 1000
Stacking Distance: ft.(m)
E- Plane................................. 11'7" (3.53)
H- Plane................................. 10'8" (3.25)
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Boom length: ft. (m.)........................... 19' (5.79)
Turning radius: in. (m.)........................ 12' (3.65)
Weight Assembled: Lbs (kg.).............. 12 (5.44)
Max mast size: in. (cm.)....................... 2" (5.08)
Wind surface area: Ft (m. ) ................. ~2 (.18)
Wind Survival: Mph (km/hr)................. 100 (160)
PARTS LIST
Note: All hardware is Stainless Steel, unless otherwise noted.
1 (Red on front-wi th both Hori z & Vert el ement hol es -doubl e wa l l thi cknes s )
1 (Bl ue on front a nd Red on rea r-wi th both Hori z & Vert el ement hol es )
1 (Green on front a nd Bl ue on rea r-wi th both Hori z & Vert el ement hol es )
1 (Green on rea r)
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Summary of Contents for Directive Systems & Engineering DSEFO144-12XPOL

  • Page 1 1 (Green on front a nd Bl ue on rea r-wi th both Hori z & Vert el ement hol es ) 1 1/8" Front Boom extens i on 1 (Green on rea r) El ement Bundl e 1/4" El ements 1/2" Dri ven El ement 3/8" T-a rms DSEFO144-12XPOL Rev 2/21...
  • Page 2 We strongly suggest checking the edges and use a fine file, or 400 grit sandpaper, to remove any burrs that may have been left. Tools needed: #2 Phillips screwdriver ¼” flat blade screwdriver large needle nosed pliers keeper installation tool (supplied with kit) ruler with metric millimeter markings marking pencil DSEFO144-12XPOL Rev 2/21...
  • Page 3 The rear side, with the tabs going outward, is the side that faces you. It is the side that goes face down into the element tool. Keeper Front side Keeper Rear side DSEFO144-12XPOL Rev 2/21...
  • Page 4 Place the T-arm support bracket on next, then the connector L bracket (connector facing forward!). Next place a #8 split lock washer, a nut and tighten. Install 3/8” plastic plug in the driven element access hole and the 1/2” ends caps. DSEFO144-12XPOL Rev 2/21...
  • Page 5 P a g e FIGURE 4. DSEFO144-12XPOL Rev 2/21...
  • Page 6 P a g e DSEFO144-12XPOL Rev 2/21...
  • Page 7 P a g e FIGURES 5. Then, repeat the installation of the driven element for the other polarity. DSEFO144-12XPOL Rev 2/21...
  • Page 8 Using supplied cable ties, secure the balun to the boom exactly as shown in Figure 6 and route so they do not touch any of the elements; this will ensure minimum SWR. Install supplied plastic caps on ends of boom. FIGURE 6. DSEFO144-12XPOL Rev 2/21...
  • Page 9 DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, APPLY ANY TYPE OF SEALANT OR COATING TO THE DRIVEN ® ELEMENT, T-ARMS OR CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY, OTHER THAN KRYLON CLEAR COAT. ANY OTHER COATING WILL ADVERSELY AFFECT THE SWR AND VOID YOUR WARRANTY. DSEFO144-12XPOL Rev 2/21...
  • Page 10 P a g e | 10 This will complete the assembly of your DSEFO144-12XPOL. The construction of this antenna will provide many years of consistent performance with no degradation of performance due to corrosion and weathering. TABLE 1 Element Orientation...
  • Page 11 Allow about 3’ for the drip loop, then attach the coax to the stacking frame. Be sure when dressing the coax along the boom, you do not let the coax touch an element or the keeper. Elements on Boom About 3’ 45° Coax Drip Loop DSEFO144-12XPOL Rev 2/21...