Trig TA50 Compact GPS Antenna
Manufacturer Part Number:
1m - 02171-00
3m - 02172-00
Trig TA50 Compact GPS Antenna
General Description
Trig TA50 Compact GPS Antenna - This space-saving WAAS antenna is perfect for gliders and light sport or experimental aircraft where mounting options are limited and space is tight. The TA50 GPS Antenna is small, easy to stow and built for aviation use. It has been developed to provide trouble-free operation with the TN72 GPS Position Source.
The TA50 comes complete with a secure and reliable QMA connector – this plugs straight into a TN72 GPS unit. Using a TA50 antenna and a TN72 together is a cost-effective way to turn your Trig Mode S transponder into an ADS-B Out device. Use the TA50 as part of your ADS-B solution to get all the benefits of greater visibility and safety.
The TA50 is an uncertified product, the TA70 certified GPS is best suited to Part 23 aircraft, where a conventional dorsal antenna is required.
TA50 –Aircraft Antenna for GPS Receivers The TA50 is a permanently mounted aircraft antenna, designed for use with GPS receivers such as the Trig TN72. The TA50 is available with a QMA connector for direct connection to the TN72, or with an SMA connector for other applications.
The TA50 is an active (amplified) antenna providing an average of 26 dB gain over a passive (non-amplified) antenna.
The TA50 is supplied for aviation use only.
Trig TA50 GPS Antenna price varies depending on selection above.
| Product |
TA50 1m |
TA50 3m |
| Frequency | 1575.42 MHz ±3 MHz |
| Antenna Gain | > 1 dBic |
| VSWR | 1.5:1. |
| Filtering | -20 dB minimum @ ±50 |
| Noise Figure | 1.5 dB Max. |
| Gain | 26 dB |
| DC Power Requirement | 3 to 5 VDC |
| Temperature | -40º C to +85º C |
| Cable Length | 100cm/39 inches | 300cm/118 inches |
ADS-B OUT
(1090ES ADS-B Out is the international standard and can be used worldwide)
ADS-B OUT AND ADS-B IN
This illustrates aircraft operating within a full ADS-B environment. Note that ground services are only available in the U.S. (these include weather and traffic services).
ADS-B uses a Trig transponder, typically combined with a GPS, to transmit highly accurate positional is information to ground controllers and also directly to other aircraft. This transmission is known as ADS-B Out and its accuracy is greater than using conventional radar surveillance. This gives air traffic controllers the potential to reduce the required separation distance between aircraft that are ADS-B equipped.
ADS-B is seen as being vital to maintaining future efficient airspace management in busy airspace. It also provides advantages in remote ‘non radar’ areas too – here suitably equipped aircraft, with a traffic receiver connected to a display can see other aircraft without conventional radar coverage. This enhances aircraft visibility and reduces the risk of air to air collision.
ADS-B uses satellite and transponder technology to provide the following benefits in an ADS-B environment:
More aircraft can operate safely in the same airspace, so congestion is reduced.
ADS-B technology enables more direct aircraft routing – this can generate significant time and fuel savings.
With appropriate equipment it’s possible to have a live ‘traffic picture’ in the cockpit.
ADS-B enhances flight safety and collision avoidance.
Aircraft with ADS-B Out provide air traffic controllers with ‘pin point’ positional and flight information data. Trig supports 1090ES, the ICAO international standard for ADS-B that can be used throughout the world.
- TA50 GPS Antenna (1m or 3m)
- Installation Guide
- All Trig products come with a two year warranty, starting from the day of installation
Experimental Glider
Certified Glider
Is the Trig TA50 certified?
No, the Trig TA50 is not EASA or FAA certified.
Features
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Optimized for use with Trig GPS Position Source equipment
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Lightweight and simple to install – plug and play
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Weatherproof – allows external fixture
COMPATIBLE TRIG PRODUCTS
The TA50 can be paired with the TN72 GPS receivers.PRODUCT DESIGN
When the antenna is mounted within the cockpit, GPS visibility is required. The TA50 is weatherproof so can be used for external use and internal use. Each antenna comes with a simple installation guide and fixing kit.
W&W typically stocks Trig TA50 GPS Antannas.
