GWX 8000 StormOptix

Overview
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Compatible Devices
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Overview UNCLOUD YOUR WEATHER
The Doppler-enabled GWX 8000 StormOptix weather radar features auto mode displays 4 times more colors than traditional radar, simplifying operation and enhancing situational awareness on your appropriately equipped aircraft.
Powerful all-digital radar offers excellent range and performance with precision target imaging.
StormOptix technology automatically adjusts radar settings to more accurately 3D profile storm cells.
Optional predictive windshear1 technology helps identify areas where windshear is occurring.
Advanced surveillance features include turbulence detection and predictive alerting for lightning and hail.
See more storm detail with up to 4 times more colors than traditional radars.
Ground mapping mode shows real-time geographic features to aid in visual navigation.
Fly with powerful weather avoidance technology.ALL-DIGITAL DOPPLER RADARThis solid-state, Doppler-enabled radar combines robust weather avoidance technology with work-saving automation to give you clear and timely input for highly accurate storm cell detection and interpretation.
AUTOMATIC THREAT ANALYSISForget tedious, time-consuming manual adjustments. With the StormOptix volumetric auto-scan function, the radar automatically performs multiple scan/sweep angles to better profile the size and shape of hazardous storm cell activity. Just set the range, and the radar does the rest.
ADVANCED PREDICTION TOOLSAs standard capability, the radar will help predict lightning and hail development in storm cells ahead – as well as detect and provide alerting for potentially hazardous turbulence. Predictive Windshear alerting is also available as an option1.
Make better-informed piloting decisions.MORE COLORS, MORE CLARITYThe radar’s high-definition color palette can display up to 4 times as many colors as traditional weather radars, providing a far more nuanced interpretation of storm cell dynamics.
GROUND CLUTTER FILTERINGEnhanced ground clutter suppression technology applies advanced algorithms in conjunction with an onboard terrain database to eliminate nonweather returns from the display for a more consistent, more accurate view of weather at all altitudes and all ranges when in manual mode.
WEATHER ATTENUATED COLOR HIGHLIGHT (WATCH) TECHNOLOGYWATCH technology helps identify the shadowing effects of intense or widespread short-range cell activity – highlighting areas where radar signals are weakened or attenuated – and may not reflect the “storm behind the storm.”
ZERO BLIND RANGEA motion-compensated map allows for the display of weather information up to the nose of the aircraft.
LOW POWER CONSUMPTIONWith its all-digital design, the GWX 8000 radar system offers low power consumption and typically longer service life, compared to previous generations of magnetron-based radars.
EASY-FIT ANTENNASThe radar’s compact all-in-one antenna/receiver/transmitter unit saves space and simplifies installation. It’s available with a 10″, 12″, or 14″ antenna array, so it can easily adapt to a wide range of aircraft radomes.
READY FOR RETROFITGWX 8000 is compatible with G1000 NXi, G3000 and G5000 flight decks2. It is also available for retrofit on approved aircraft equipped with a GTN Xi navigator or TXi flight display.
UPGRADE YOUR GWX 75 WEATHER RADARThose with GWX 75 only need to purchase a software enablement to upgrade their radar to GWX 8000 StormOptix, including auto mode2.
1Not available with GTN Xi navigators or TXi flight displays2Integrated flight decks require certification by aircraft manufacturer. See aircraft manufacturer for detailsEngineering enhancements are ongoing and may not be reflected in the pictures, videos and specifications.Specs General
Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to +70°C.
Humidity: 95% non-condensing
Altitude Range: -1,500 ft to 55,000 ft
Input Voltage: 14/28 Vdc
Input Current: 2.5 A @ 28v, maximum
TSO Compliance: C63e, Class C
Environmental Compliance: RTCA/DO-160F
Physical
Width: 11.7 in (29.7 cm) max. diameter at base
Antenna: 10-Inch or 12-Inch in diameter flat plate
Depth (with antenna): 7.1 in (180 cm)
Weight:
Unit with 10-Inch Antenna: 9.9 lb (4.52 kg)
Unit with 12-Inch Antenna: 10.1 lb (4.59 kg)
Unit with 14-Inch Antenna: 12.4 lb (5.6 kg)
Performance
Display Colors: 4 Colors or Enhanced Color Palette
Selectable Ranges: 2.5, 5, 10, 20, 40, 60, 80, 100, 120, 160, 200, 240, and 320nm
Weather Avoidance Range:
10-Inch Antenna: 285 nm max
12-Inch Antenna: 320 nm max
14-Inch Antenna: 320 nm max
Performance Index:
10-Inch Antenna: 218 dB
12-Inch Antenna: 221 dB
14-Inch Antenna: 222 dB
Tx Frequency: 9300 MHz to 9500 MHz
Rx Sensitivity: -130 dBm MDS
Manual Gain: +12dB to -28dB
Antenna Beamwidth:
10-Inch Antenna: 9.6 degrees
12-Inch Antenna: 7.9 degrees
14-Inch Antenna: 6.7 degrees
Peak Power: 40 W nominal, 36 W minimum
Horizontal Scan Angle: 20, 40, 60, 90, or 120 degrees (Pilot adjustable)
Vertical Scan Angle: 60 degrees
Scan Centerline: Pilot adjustable
Horizontal Scan Rate: 12 looks/minute
Vertical Scan Rate: 24 looks/minute
Manual Tilt: +/- 15 degrees
Sensitivity Timing Control (STC): At all ranges
Compatible Devices DISPLAYGWX 8000 SupportPredictive WindshearGTN 750Xi/GTN 725Xi YesNot AvailableTXi SeriesYesNot AvailableG1000 NXiAirframe specificAirframe specificG3000/G5000Airframe specificAirframe specificAccessories Online Trainers
Garmin Aviation Weather Radar 2.0 eLearning Course$155.00 USD