Key Specifications and Features
• 18-inch dome magnetron radar.
• 4 kW output power, maximum detection range approximately 36 nautical miles.
• Minimum scanning range of approximately 20 meters, enhancing close-range target detection.
• Dual-radar support for redundancy or data sharing on multiple displays.
• Dynamic Auto Gain and Sea Clutter Filtering enhance echo clarity in rough sea conditions.
• Radar overlay support for the chart display (requires use with a display or heading sensor).
• Built-in MARPA target tracking for tracking moving targets within detection range to enhance collision avoidance capabilities (requires use with appropriate sensors).
• 24 rpm motor speed, designed for low-noise, low-power operation.
• IPX7 waterproof rating.
• Power input range: 11-32 V DC. Typical power consumption (transmit mode) approximately 40 W.
Detailed Description and Application Recommendations
This radar is targeted at marine applications requiring higher performance:
• Suitable for medium to large yachts or commercial vessels requiring reliable long-range detection and multi-target tracking.
• Particularly useful during nighttime navigation, fog, rain, and other low-visibility conditions. The dynamic gain and sea filtering technologies described above improve echo noise.
• Dual radar support is a major advantage if your system includes multiple displays or plans to deploy dual radars for redundancy or extended coverage.
• This system is particularly valuable if the existing or planned display supports radar image overlay and MARPA.
Installation and Precautions
• Although the display is 18 inches in size, the weight, installation space, and antenna height must be confirmed in advance. The official website states a diameter of 20 inches, a height of approximately 9.8 inches, and a weight of approximately 7 kg.
• Power and Network Connection: Requires integration with the ship's power and network systems (e.g., marine network or display).
• Supported Displays and Sensors: Using MARPA or radar image overlay may require the purchase or integration of a heading sensor.
• Compared to other technologies (e.g., solid-state radar): This is a magnetron-based radar. While mature and reliable, some users have noted that newer generations of solid-state radars require improvement in power consumption, startup time, and noise handling.
Advantages & Possible Limitations
Advantages
• Excellent detection range (36 nautical miles) and detailed close-range scanning capability (minimum 20 meters).
• Dual radar support and the ability to integrate multiple displays are advantages for complex shipboard electronic systems.
• Designed with low power consumption and low noise, it is suitable for extended duty periods or nighttime sailing.
Possible Limitations
• For smaller vessels operating primarily in coastal or inland waters, 36 nautical miles of long-range detection may not be necessary. Cost and installation size may be significant.
• While magnetron technology is mature, it may be slightly inferior to the latest solid-state radars (such as short-pulse or pulse compression types) in certain extreme situations.
• Installation and integration costs need to be considered: If MARPA and radar overlay capabilities are required, additional sensors or network equipment may increase costs.
