Antenna positioners need gearboxes that point accurately, track smoothly and hold position in wind. Our lineup for antenna systems includes the RDS-C hollow shaft gearhead and the RV-C Series hollow shaft reduction gear. Both let cables pass through the center and keep backlash and lost motion below 1 arc.min.
May 28, 2026
Selecting The Right Gear For Antenna Positioners
RDS-C and RV-C hollow shaft gears for antenna positioners: accurate pointing, smooth tracking.
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