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Very interesting portable rotor


The output shaft of the SCOUT rotor, features a ½"-NPS thread, with a standard 3/8-24 tapped hole in the center. This universal rotor shaft, accommodates both the Buddipole Versa Tee, as well as our EASY-T antenna mounts.

  • The TAC ONE Wireless control, eliminates both the necessity & expense of an awkward control cable.
  • Rotor power is provided up the coax via our Bias-T. No batteries necessary, system utilizes the same DC power source as the radio.
  • Adjustable rotation speed with PWM motor control: from micro-steps, up-to 5RPM.
  • Adjustable direction/calibration & end of rotation stops.
  • Rotation 360 degrees with adjustable stops @ +/- 180 degrees from North.
  • Electronic braking prevents antenna coasting.
  • Extensive range of options & accessories tacticalradiogear.com , to enable radio operators to quickly, deploy their antenna.
  • Precision stainless thrust bearing, with a load rating over 200 pounds
  • Motor rated @ 7.18Kg/cm Torque
Specifications

Power requirements

  • Voltage requirement: 6-24vdc @ the Bias-T/Injector.
  • Nominal current requirements: @ 12vdc 0.160A
  • Note: current demand is a function of the dead vertical load.
  • The TAC-ONE UCM (Universal Control Module) is rated @ 5amps continuous & 6amps peak.
  • Output short circuit protected
Mechanical

  • Suggested dead vertical weight: 20 pounds.
The SCOUT comes standard with an output shaft, that will accept the standard ½"-NPS thread, foe antennas such as the Buddipole Versa Tee, & our EASY-T/UNIT-T universal antenna mounts.

  • Weight: < 2 pounds
  • Size: 4-1/2" Long x 1-5/8" Diameter
Mounting

The SCOUT comes standard with U-Bolts that will mount to a 1-inch diameter mast/pole. Masts/poles larger than 1-inch requires, our optional Universal U-Bolt Adapter, which will accommodate up to a 1-1/2" diameter mast/pole.

Product Description

The SCOUT rotor, is designed, and manufactured by Tactical Radio Gear. The SCOUT is intended to support, and rotate small-size amateur antenna arrays, by wireless remote control.

The factory lubricated rotor unit, is contained in a rugged weather proof, 6061 aluminum housing; the thrust-bearing is packed with military-grade Lithium grease; intended to provide maintenance-free operation under all climatic conditions. See our website for more details, tacticalradiogear.com

Finish: The SCOUT standard finish, is the DuraCoat, firearm, flat Tactical Desert Beige & Tangodown Dark Earth.

A comprehensive SCOUT Instruction Manual is available as a PDF download.

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Mudfoot said:
The output shaft of the SCOUT rotor, features a ½"-NPS thread, with a standard 3/8-24 tapped hole in the center. This universal rotor shaft, accommodates both the Buddipole Versa Tee, as well as our EASY-T antenna mounts.
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Yeah I got that thanks. Been out all day and haven't had a chance to check in here until now. Looks pretty neat. I wonder if it would handle a small VHF yagi like 5 elements on 2m perhaps.
 
I noticed it said vertical dead weight should be under 20 pounds. I bet it'd handle a decent size yagi. Mentions an electric break. I'd like to see the internals. I imagine the gearing is stout. I'm considering ordering one. The u bolts accept 1" diameter mast, but they have an adapter to fit larger. Probably easy to fab something up.

Anyways, lots of possibilities.
 

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