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420-70 GOES Antenna

Asset Photo: 420-70 GOES Antenna
Asset Type: GOES Antennas
Noun: Antenna, GOES (FTS)
Model Number: 420-70
Rotating Number: 39238
Calibration Cycle: As Needed/Per Manufacturers Specifications
Application: FTS / Vaisala
Limited Depot Support: No
Cables: 40049
Notes:

There are a total of 20 elements on the FTS GOES antenna. The elements are divided into 5 sets with 4 elements in each set. The sets are labeled sequentially 1 through 5. Each element must be in the correct position for proper operation of the antenna. 

Starting from the cable end the elements are attached to the antenna in the following sequence: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 (see image)