Scanter 4000
Description of the radar set, tactical-technical characteristics
Figure 1: Scanter 4100 auf der Korvette der Darussalam-Klasse
© 2011 Jörg Waterstraat, (www.kriegsschiffe.eu)
Figure 1: Scanter 4100 at corvette Darussalam-class using high gain cosecant-squared antenna,
© 2011 Jörg Waterstraat, (www.kriegsschiffe.eu)
| Specifications Scanter 4002 | |
|---|---|
| frequency: | 9 000 … 9 200 MHz
(X-Band) |
| pulse repetition time (PRT): | |
| pulse repetition frequency (PRF): | |
| pulsewidth (τ): | 80 ns … 100 μs |
| receive time: | |
| dead time: | |
| peak power: | 6 kW |
| average power: | |
| instrumented range: | 42.5 NM (≙ 64 km) |
| range resolution: | |
| accuracy: | |
| beamwidth: | |
| hits per scan: | |
| antenna rotation: | 12 … 20 min-1 |
| MTBCF: | |
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Scanter 4000
The Scanter 4000 is an operating in X-Band multi-role two-dimensional surveillance radar family with pulse compression and advanced MTI processing, which provides enhanced detection of small air targets. It is designed for detection and separation of small air targets and large surface targets. The radar can be used as a gap-filler in air-defence networks or as coastal radar, as an Air-Traffic-Control radar for using near off-shore wind parks providing interturbine visibility, or as helicopter control radar at Landing Platform Docks (LPD).
The radar can be fitted with three different antenna systems:
- a large aperture antenna with optional two different lengths;
- a high gain cosecant-squared antenna, or
- a conventional slotted waveguide antenna.
The Scanter 4000 system is dedicated for stationary applications, while the Scanter 4100 radar system using a stabilized pedestal is intended for use on a moving platform, e.g. a vessel. The Scanter 4100 series is among others in operation with the UK Royal Navy, French Navy, Brazilian Navy and the Royal Danish Navy, on various ship types including LPD, Offshore Patrol Vessels, Large Support Ships, and Patrol Corvettes and Frigates.
Sources:
- Manufacturers Leaflet Scanter 4002
- Manufacturers Leaflet Scanter 4100
- Manufacturers home page
Picture gallery of Scanter 4000
Figure 3: Scanter 4000 as coastal radar with a large aperture antenna.
© 2013-2016 Johnny E. Balsved (www.navalhistory.dk)