ROTATORS
Product Overview
This document details the specifications and options for Yaesu's range of antenna rotators, designed for various amateur radio applications.
G-2800DXA/DXC
Extra Heavy Duty Rotator. Supplied Accessories: 40 m Control cable with Connector*1.
Image of Yaesu G-2800DXA/DXC rotator unit.
G-1000DXA/DXC
Medium / Heavy Duty Rotator.
Image of Yaesu G-1000DXA/DXC rotator unit.
G-800DXA / G-800SA
Medium Duty Rotator.
Image of Yaesu G-800DXA and G-800SA rotators.
G-450ADC/CDC
Light Duty Rotator.
Image of Yaesu G-450ADC/CDC rotator unit.
G-5500DC
Azimuth-Elevation Rotator. Combination for space communication.
Image of Yaesu G-5500DC Azimuth-Elevation rotator.
Specifications
| Models | G-2800DXA/DXC | G-1000DXA/DXC | G-800DXA / G-800SA | G-450ADC/CDC | G-5500DC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended Application | Heavy-duty applications. Recommended for in-tower mounting. | Medium/heavy-duty for large HF arrays. | Medium-duty, for medium/large HF/VHF arrays. | Light to medium duty. Low price, perfect entry level rotator. | Azimuth-Elevation Combination for space communication. |
| Wind Load | 3 m² | 2.2 m² | 2 m² | 1 m² | AZ: 2 m² EL: 1 m² |
| K-Factor*3 | 950 | 230 | 180 | 100 | AZ: 200 EL: 80 |
| Stationary Torque | 25,000 kg/cm | 6,000 kg/cm | 4,000 kg/cm | 3,000 kg/cm | AZ: 4,000 kg/cm EL: 4,000 kg/cm |
| Rotation Torque | 2,500~800 kg/cm | 1,100~600 kg/cm | 1,100~600 kg/cm | 600 kg/cm | AZ: 600 kg/cm EL: 1,200 kg/cm |
| Max. Vert. Load | 300 kg | 200 kg | 200 kg | 100 kg | AZ: 200 kg EL: 30 kg |
| Max. Vert. Intermittent Load | 1,200 kg | 800 kg | 800 kg | 300 kg | AZ: 800 kg EL: 100 kg |
| Backlash | 0.2° | 1° | 1° | 0.5° | AZ: 1° EL: 1° |
| Mast Size | 48~63 Φ | 38~63 Φ | 38~63 Φ | 32~63 Φ | AZ: 38~63 Φ EL: 32~43 Φ |
| 360° Rotation Time | 50~120 sec | 40~100 sec | 40~100 sec | 56 sec | 60 sec |
| 180° Elevation Time | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 65 sec |
| Boom Diameter | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | EL 32~43 Φ |
| Direct control from YAESU HF radio*4 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | N/A | N/A |
| PC control*5 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | N/A | N/A |
| Rotator Diameter x Height | 200 Φ x 345 | 186 Φ x 300 | 186 Φ x 300 | 186 x 263 | 186 x 254 (W) x 500(H) |
| Rotator Weight | 6.5 kg | 3.5 kg | 3.5 kg | 3.2 kg | 9 kg |
| Cable Requirement | 6 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 x 2 |
| Supply AC Voltage | DXA: 117/220 V DXC: 220 V (CE) | DXA: 117/220 V DXC: 220 V (CE) | 117/220 V | ADC: 117/220 V CDC: 220 V (CE) | 117/220 V |
*1: USA version only
*2: On models with "DXA/DXC" suffix, rotation speed and torque will vary with the speed control setting.
*3: K-Factor: Multiply turning radius times weight; add K-Factor for each antenna in "Christmas Tree" installations.
*4: Depending on HF radios, please refer to catalog of YAESU HF radio.
*5: Requires optional GS-232B.
Rotator Unit Dimensions
Diagrams illustrating the physical dimensions of the rotator units.
- G-2800DXA/DXC: Diameter 200 Φ, Height 345.
- G-1000DXA/DXC, G-800DXA, G-800SA: Diameter 186 Φ, Height 150.
Rotator Attachment Dimensions
Diagrams showing rotator attachment specifications and mounting configurations.
Key dimensions include 84mm and 119 Φ. Mounting holes are Φ 9 at 4 locations.
Configurations shown:
- Tower-Mounted Antennas: Features lower-mounted antennas, thrust bearing (GS-065), larger rotator absorber joint (GA-2500/3000), medium-sized rotator (GC-038B), and stay support.
- Pole-Mounted Antennas: Features thrust bearing (GS-050) and medium-sized rotator (GC-038B).
Optional Accessories
- GS-232B: Computer Controller for all DXA/DXC Series and G-5500DC Rotators.
- GS-680U: Universal Bearing.
- GS-065: Thrust Bearing.
- GS-050: Thrust Bearing.
- GA-3000: Absorber Joint for G-2800DXA/DXC Rotators.
- GA-2500: Absorber Joint for G-1000DXA/DXC, G-800DXA, G-800SA, and G-450ADC/CDC Rotators.
- GC-038B/G: Mast Clamp (Brown/Green) for G-1000DXA/DXC, G-800DXA, G-800SA, and G-450ADC/CDC Rotators.
- GC-048: Mast Clamp for G-2800DXA/DXC Rotators.
- GL-33: Mast Adjustment Plate.
Control Cables
- 40 m Control cable with Connector
- 25 m Control cable with Connector
