Furuno DRS12AX 12kW UHD Digital Radar – Less Antenna & Cable

Description

Build a high-power Furuno open-array system around the DRS12AX UHD Digital Radar Pedestal, a 12 kW magnetron scanner designed for owners who already have—or intend to select—a compatible X-Class antenna and cable. The pedestal-only format gives installers flexibility to match a 4-foot or 6-foot slotted-waveguide array to the boat’s clearance, beamwidth, and target-separation needs. Need a serious radar base for offshore operation without buying components you do not need? The DRS12AX provides UHD digital radar processing, selectable rotation speeds, RezBoost, and support for Furuno radar functions through compatible NavNet displays.

Key Specifications

• Furuno DRS12AX UHD Digital Radar Pedestal Only, part number DRS12AX.
• 12 kW digital magnetron open-array radar pedestal.
• Requires a separately purchased compatible Furuno X-Class 4-foot or 6-foot slotted-waveguide antenna and appropriate radar cable.
• Up to 96 NM instrumented range in a complete compatible configuration.
• 24V DC operating input; a suitable Furuno power-supply arrangement is required for 12V vessel installations.
• Supports 24, 36, and 48 RPM rotation options, depending on configuration and operating mode.
• Supports UHD digital processing, RezBoost, Bird Mode, ARPA, and compatible radar-display functions.
• IP56 protection and approximately 41.8 lb (19 kg) pedestal-only weight.

Integration

The DRS12AX is not a complete radar system. It needs a compatible 4-foot or 6-foot Furuno X-Class antenna, the correct radar cable, 24V DC supply or approved power-supply solution, and a compatible Furuno NavNet display system for radar control and video.

The antenna determines horizontal beamwidth: Furuno lists approximately 1.9° for the 4-foot XN12A array and 1.35° for the 6-foot XN13A array. The scanner’s 12 kW nominal output and up-to-96-NM instrumented range are system specifications, not a guarantee of real-world target detection. [766][763]

Installation Notes

Mount the pedestal and selected array on a rigid, level platform with adequate strength and full rotation clearance. A 6-foot array needs more clearance than a 4-foot array but offers a narrower beam. Keep the scanner clear of personnel, masts, antennas, rigging, lights, exhaust, and structures that can block radar energy or create shadow sectors.

Use the required 24V power supply, correct conductor size, circuit protection, grounding, and Furuno-approved radar cable. Route cables away from heat, chafe, bilge water, moving equipment, and high-current wiring. Installation, bearing alignment, and commissioning should be completed by a qualified marine-electronics professional.

Before Ordering

Confirm the selected X-Class 4-foot or 6-foot array, required radar cable, compatible NavNet display, 24V supply or approved 12V conversion arrangement, available mounting space, rotation clearance, platform strength, and heading/GPS data required for ARPA or radar overlay.