Description
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The ONWA Open-Array Marine Radar Series delivers commercial-grade X-Band surveillance available in 6 kW, 12.5 kW, and 25 kW transmitter outputs with 4-foot and 6-foot precision-slotted waveguide antennas. Delivering extended detection ranges up to 96 nautical miles, narrow 1.2° horizontal beamwidth, and automatic target acquisition (TT/ARPA), it is the primary radar choice for commercial fishing vessels, offshore supply boats, and ocean-going merchant ships. Fully compatible with electronic chart overlay on ONWA KM & K-Astral consoles. Distributed, certified, and supported by Seanav Marine, Dubai Maritime City.
Technical Overview & Marine Operational Capabilities
The ONWA Open-Array Marine Radar Antenna (6kW / 12.5kW / 25kW) represents ONWA Marine Electronics’ advanced engineering for commercial fishing, workboat, merchant marine, and offshore yacht operations. Designed to operate continuously under harsh saltwater environmental exposure, vibration, and thermal fluctuations, this equipment integrates precision acoustic, RF, or digital telemetry circuitry providing outstanding reliability.
Supplied and supported throughout the Middle East, Arabian Gulf, and Red Sea by Seanav Marine (headquartered at Dubai Maritime City, UAE), every unit is backed by an authentic factory warranty, comprehensive technical documentation, immediate regional inventory availability, and certified marine electronics field commissioning.
Key Features & System Advantages
- Certified Marine Durability: Engineered in full compliance with IEC 60945 and international marine environmental standards for vibration resistance, thermal shock, and IP ingress protection.
- Universal Network Interoperability: Standard NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 Micro-C protocols ensure plug-and-play communication with bridge MFDs, GPS sensors, autopilots, and Voyage Data Recorders.
- Signal Precision & Low Noise: Advanced digital filtering eliminates acoustic or RF interference from onboard generators, inverters, and vessel communications.
- Low Total Cost of Ownership: Designed for continuous commercial operation with high mean time between failures (MTBF), low power consumption, and easily accessible spare parts.
- Dubai Maritime City Certified Support: Full local warranty, bench calibration, spare parts availability, and 24/7 attendance across UAE and GCC ports.
Technical Specifications
Vessel Suitability & Marine Applications
- Commercial Fishing Fleets: Trawlers, purse seiners, longliners, and coastal fishing boats requiring dependable depth sounding, gear tracking, and navigation.
- Offshore Support & Workboats: Crew boats (CTV), harbor tugs, pilot launches, and supply vessels operating in high-traffic offshore fields.
- Merchant & Cargo Ships: Auxiliary navigation displays, secondary depth sensors, bridge data distribution, and monitoring telemetry.
- Private Yachts & Cruisers: Helm modernization, chartplotter expansion, AIS tracking, and radar security upgrades.
Standard Package & Included Accessories
- ONWA Open-Array Pedestal Unit with Heavy-Duty Gearbox
- Slotted Waveguide Antenna Array (4ft or 6ft)
- Interconnection Signal and Power Cable (15m standard)
- Terminal Box, Installation Brackets & Comprehensive Manual
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Expert Insights
Q: What transmitter power ratings are available in the ONWA Open Array Radar series?
A: The series is available in three power configurations: 6 kW (KRA-3004), 12.5 kW (KRA-4004), and 25 kW high-power commercial scanner.
Q: What antenna lengths are available and how do they affect beamwidth?
A: The system offers a 4-foot (1.2m) array with a 1.8° horizontal beamwidth, and a 6-foot (1.8m) array with an ultra-narrow 1.2° horizontal beamwidth, providing pinpoint angular resolution and long-range detection.
Q: Can ONWA Open Array Radar echoes be overlaid on navigation charts?
A: Yes. When paired with an ONWA KM series or K-Astral MFD and an accurate heading sensor (such as the ONWA KA-GC9A or KA-SC90), radar echoes overlay precisely onto C-MAP, Navionics, and K-Chart vector maps.
Q: What is the rotation speed of the open-array gearbox?
A: The heavy-duty gearbox operates at 24 RPM standard mode, and automatically shifts to 48 RPM high-speed rotation on short ranges for rapid collision tracking.
Q: Does the system support Target Tracking (TT / ARPA)?
A: Yes. The radar processor tracks up to 50 active targets simultaneously, calculating CPA (Closest Point of Approach), TCPA (Time to CPA), true speed, and heading vectors.
Q: What voltage supply is required for installation?
A: The open-array pedestal operates on standard vessel DC power (12V / 24V / 32V DC) and features built-in soft-start motor circuitry to prevent current spikes on the ship’s mains.
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Manufacturer documentation and compatibility
Select the exact model, hardware generation and document revision. Before ordering, confirm the equipment interfaces, power requirements, required approvals and included accessories against the applicable manufacturer documentation. Send nameplate photographs, the installed equipment details, vessel name, port and ETA with your enquiry.














