Cobham SATCOM TRACKER 6000 Earth Observation

Incorporating the same innovative technology as the popular TRACKER 3700 EO, the TRACKER 6000 EO has become the choice for EO operators, ground station service providers, and government agencies that require higher RF performance, to ensure fast and dependable access to a broad range of observation and research satellites.

TRACKER 6000 EO – True 6m Performance Across All Frequencies With class-leading reliability and low installation and lifecycle costs, this versatile, modular tracking antenna can be configured across a range of bands to meet diverse commercial needs and mission requirements. Today TRACKER 6000 EO systems operate as Gateways and in multi-antenna configurations to serve leading New Space service providers and research organisations.

Ultra-Fast Installation – Low Capital Expenditure Unlike traditional satellite ground stations, which can take months to build, the TRACKER 6000 EO can be installed and operational in days. Its low weight and small footprint permit smaller and simpler foundations and cabling than competitor systems, ensuring fast installation at a significantly lower cost.

Unmatched Efficiency – Low Operational Expenditure TRACKER 6000 EO represents a fresh approach to small ground stations, with innovative technology that enhances tracking performance while offering significant cost efficiencies and environmental benefits. A proprietary 3-Axis inertial balancing technology is at the core of the TRACKER range stabilising the system for accurate tracking and maximum throughput while consuming far less power compared to traditional EO antenna platforms. As a result, operators realise impressive cost savings, along with a reduced environmental impact and carbon footprint.

Robust Design – High Service Availability

Capable of withstanding hurricane force winds, the TRACKER 6000 EO protective radome ensures uninterrupted, error-free passes in even the most extreme environmental conditions. With no wind load or weather effects on the antenna, pointing accuracy is unaffected, ensuring fast acquisitions and full throughput, pass after pass. The radome protection further ensures high up-time and system reliability, reduces maintenance requirements, and eliminates outages and unforeseen costs due to damage or environmental degradation.

Enhanced Maintainability and 24/7 Global Support

The robust radome protects all electrical and mechanical components, yielding an industry leading Mean Time Between Failures. When replacements or upgrades are required, components are easily accessed so that most replacement tasks can be completed in less than an hour.

Standard network interfaces and intuitive software tools allow easy commissioning and integration into the user network, enabling users to perform on-site or remote monitoring. The combination of reliability, monitoring tools, and easy access for maintenance further reduce operational costs. The Cobham SATCOM service team is available 24/7 to help keep systems in service, pass after pass and year after year.