The Sunol Sciences BC1 is a biconical antenna designed for RF radiated susceptibility and emissions testing within the 30 MHz to 300 MHz frequency band. Operating at 50 ohms nominal impedance with linear polarization, this antenna delivers up to 1 watt CW and integrates directly with standard EMC test systems and positioning towers.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 30 MHz – 300 MHz
• Impedance: 50 ohms nominal
• Maximum Power: 1 watt CW
• Polarization: Linear
• Connector: Type N female
• Physical Dimensions: 54 inches length, 20 inches element diameter, 32 inches height
• Weight: 5 lbs
• Mounting Tube: 22 mm diameter stainless steel
• Finish: Sunol orange powdercoat with UV inhibitors
– Key Features
• Permanently attached dipole elements ensure electrical stability across the antenna’s operational life.
• 22 mm stainless steel rear mounting tube enables polarization changes without physical displacement and minimizes RF cable effects.
• philosophy emphasizes practical manufacturing with minimized hardware for environmental resistance and calibration retention.
• Aluminum structure protected by UV-inhibitor powdercoat finish against sunlight and moisture degradation.
• Compatible with Sunol SNAP! mount for secure interface to antenna positioning towers, preventing rotation and enabling rapid configuration changes.
– Typical Applications
• RF radiated susceptibility testing per standard EMC protocols.
• Radiated emissions testing and measurement.
• General EMC test environments requiring stable, repeatable antenna performance.
– Compatibility & Integration
The BC1 interfaces with standard EMC test equipment via Type N female connector and mounts to common tower interfaces through its 22 mm stainless steel tube. Sunol SNAP! mount compatibility enables integration into existing antenna positioning systems.
