Inmarsat Beam Active SMA/TNC Cable Kit - 50m/164ft (ISD942)

The Inmarsat Beam Active SMA/TNC Cable Kit - 50m/164ft (ISD942) is a professional-grade product designed for reliable performance in business-critical and industrial environments. Built to meet commercial standards, it is suitable for daily operational use.

The ISD942 is an extreme-distance 50-metre antenna cable kit engineered for large-scale satellite installations. This kit is specifically designed to overcome the signal loss associated with very long cable runs on massive maritime vessels, deep-deck installations, or expansive fixed industrial sites. To maintain signal integrity and manage the thickness of the main cables, this kit includes specialized fly leads for easier connection to the terminal and antenna ports.

Key Product Features

• Maximum Signal Reach: Provides a 50m cable solution for the most challenging installation environments.
• Integrated Fly Leads: Includes two 50cm adaptor fly leads to allow for easier connection of the heavy-gauge main cable to SMA/TNC ports.
• Active Signal Support: Designed to carry the DC voltage necessary to power internal amplifiers in Beam active antenna models.
• High-Performance Gauge: Features a heavy-duty 14.99mm diameter satellite cable to minimize attenuation over 164 feet.
• Pre-Terminated Reliability: Factory-terminated with high-quality TNC and SMA connectors for a secure, professional interface.

What’s Included

• 1x 49m (160.7ft) Active Inmarsat Satellite Cable (TNC-m to TNC-m)
• 1x 50m (164ft) Active GPS Cable (SMA-m to SMA-m)
• 2x 50cm (1.64ft) Inmarsat Fly Lead Adaptors

Installation & Usage

The ISD942 kit is designed for professional deployment where standard cable runs cannot meet the distance requirements of the vessel or site.

• Use the 50cm fly leads to connect the heavy-duty main cable to the docking station and antenna; this prevents mechanical stress on the terminal connectors.
• Ensure you respect the substantial 153mm bend radius of the satellite cable during routing through conduits or cable trays.
• Support the cables adequately, as the total boxed weight of this kit is 14 kg (30.86 lbs).
• Connect the satellite link using the TNC connectors and the GPS link using the SMA connectors at both ends.

Usage Tip: Due to the extreme length, active cable kits of this type can be specially ordered in lengths up to 100m if required for even larger infrastructure projects.

Main Specifications

• Total Kit Length: 50m / 164ft
• Satellite Cable Diameter: 14.99 mm
• GPS Cable Diameter: 7.62 mm
• Fly Lead Length: 50 cm / 19.68 inches
• Kit Weight: 14 kg (30.86 lbs)

Technical Specifications

• Industrial-grade 50 Ohm RF cable kit designed for active signal amplification, featuring thick-gauge conductors for low-loss transmission and a single bend radius of 153mm for the main satellite line.

Key Capabilities

• Enables satellite connectivity on the largest-scale maritime platforms and multi-story installations
• Maintains consistent power delivery to active antenna heads over a full 50m distance
• Supports reliable Inmarsat GSPS voice, data, and emergency tracking services
• Facilitates accurate GNSS (GPS) L1 positioning for large-vessel tracking

Compatibility

The ISD942 cable kit is compatible with the following Beam Inmarsat Antenna models ONLY: ISD710, ISD715, and ISD720.

Compatibility Note: This kit is NOT for use with the ISD700 Passive Antenna.

Ideal Applications

• Super-tankers, bulk carriers, and large-scale commercial vessels
• Expansive industrial complexes and multi-level mining operations
• Critical government, military, and emergency infrastructure
• Installations requiring antenna placement on high-rise structures or distant remote masts

Product Information

• Product Category: Satellite Antenna Cables
• Manufacturer: Beam Communications
• Model: 50m Active SMA/TNC Cable Kit
• Product Code: ISD942
• Product Type: Active Cable Kit (with Fly Leads)
• Product Status: Genuine manufacturer product