Mini dishes for freesat, Sky HD or Sky Q™.
45cm Zone 1. (Please note - "Sky Q™" is a trade mark of Sky Television).
You can buy this dish on it's own, or buy the dish and add an LNB option for a complete dish package.
This dish is suitable for the all parts of the England and Wales including the north but in Scotland also consider the
80cm
dish or the heavy duty fibre glass Triax
70cm for high wind and high salt areas. Also check out the
flat plate "dish".
Choosing the correct LNB - For Sky HD, older freesat receivers like "Humax" and freesat 4k non-recordable, the
Manhattan SX freesat receiver or world receivers you need a universal LNB. That would be the quad or octo universal
LNB or it could be one of the 4 "quad" universal outputs from a 6 output hybrid LNB. For Sky Q™ or Freesat 4K
recordable you need a twin wideband LNB or the twin wideband outputs from a 6 output Hybrid LNB The hybrid LNB,
with 2 wideband outputs and 4 universal outputs. It combines a wideband LNB with a quad universal LNB
and so all types of receivers can be used. The Hybrid LNB also lets you connect to Sky Q™ or Freesat 4K recordable
using the twin wideband outputs and other types of receivers in other rooms as well using the quad universal outputs.
The mini dish is suitable for England and Wales but for all-weather capability in the north use a
Zone 2 or
80cm dish
There is also a
U clamp option for fitting the Sky mini dish to an existing pole, or fit to a
long pole wall mount.
Shipping information and options. (
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Choose either "
free mainland UK delivery" - UK shipping
option No 1 or
priority options 4-7.
For "
UK offshore islands including Northern Ireland by courier" dishes up
to 80cm choose the £15 - UK shipping option No 2.
International - Republic of Ireland - dishes up to 80cm - choose the £15 "fixed price
multiple items to Eire" shipping option.
International - within the EU - dishes up to 80cm - choose the £38 "1 box up to 20Kg by
courier
to EU countries" shipping option.
International - outside of the EU - all dishes/sizes - choose the "
International shipping
quote by e-mail" shipping option.
Sky mini dish. Zone 1, 45cm with wall mount.
Order code MINIDISH
£39.95
Options, if required, will be automatically added to the dish when you "add to cart" below.
If you are outside of the UK, a 20% VAT refund will be done before shipping.
Sold separately. Add a galvanised clamp
A Sky mini dish comes with an integrated wall mount but you may wish to put the dish
onto a vertical pole and if so this clamp is needed.
Or, you may need the
U clamp and a
long pole wall mount as well?
This U Clamp lets lets you fit a Sky Mini dish to a vertical pole. This may be required if a
long pole wall mount
is needed. Maybe the dish needs to be fitted above the gutter to see the satellite. This is a dish option only
and the price only applies if purchased with a mini dish. To buy the clamp separately
(not including a dish) go to the
U Clamps page.
Sold separately. Add a galvanised clamp to my mini dish order.
Please choose the £3.00 delivery charge for any order below £14.00
Order code MDCLAMP
Only £7.50
Mini dish for freesat, Sky HD or Sky Q™.
60cm Zone 2. (Please note - "Sky Q™" is a trade mark of Sky Television).
This dish is suitable for the all parts of the UK including the north but also consider the
80cm dish in Scotland
or the heavy duty fibre glass Triax
70cm for high wind and high salt areas especially in Scotland. Also check out the
flat plate "dish". You can buy this dish on it's own, or buy the dish and add an LNB option for a complete dish package.
Choosing the correct LNB - For Sky HD, older freesat receivers like "Humax" and freesat 4k non-recordable, the
Manhattan SX freesat receiver or world receivers you need a universal LNB. That would be the quad or octo universal
LNB or it could be one of the 4 "quad" universal outputs from a 6 output hybrid LNB. For Sky Q™ or Freesat 4K
recordable you need a twin wideband LNB or the twin wideband outputs from a 6 output Hybrid LNB The hybrid LNB,
with 2 wideband outputs and 4 universal outputs. It combines a wideband LNB with a quad universal LNB
and so all types of receivers can be used. The Hybrid LNB also lets you connect to Sky Q™ or Freesat 4K recordable
using the twin wideband outputs and other types of receivers in other rooms as well using the quad universal outputs.
This Zone 2 mini dish is suitable for the all parts of the UK including north but also consider the
80cm dish in Scotland
There is also a pole
adapter option for joining this Sky mini dish to an existing pole, or fit to a
long pole wall mount.
Shipping information and options. (
VAT info.) (
Stock levels.)
Choose either "
free mainland UK delivery" - UK shipping
option No 1 or
priority options 4-7.
For "
UK offshore islands including Northern Ireland by courier" dishes up
to 80cm choose the £15 - UK shipping option No 2.
International - Republic of Ireland - dishes up to 80cm - choose the £15 "fixed price
multiple items to Eire" shipping option.
International - within the EU - dishes up to 80cm - choose the £38 "1 box up to 20Kg by
courier
to EU countries" shipping option.
International - outside of the EU - all dishes/sizes - choose the "
International shipping
quote by e-mail" shipping option.
Sky mini dish. Zone 2, 60cm with wall mount.
Order code MINIDIS2
£49.95
Options, if required, will be automatically added to the dish when you "add to cart" below.
If you are outside of the UK, a 20% VAT refund will be done before shipping.
Spare part. Sky LNB holder for latest Sky dishes.
This type of bracket fits over the top of the boom arm.
Early Sky mini dishes have a bracket which pushes into the end of the boom arm.
Not suitable for the earlier dishes.
Click here to order.
Primesat "Easy Fit" 60cm dish.
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The first time we assembled this dish it took less than 60 seconds. It would be even faster if we had done it before.
The bolts that go through the dish reflector screw into captive threads so nuts on the back are not needed. The elevation
adjuster clips on and two nuts adjust and hold it tight. The push fit LNB support arm takes one seconds to locate.
Corrosion protection is provided using a Polyester RAL7035 powder coating dish reflector. The one piece back plate
is an ABS type of injection moulded strong plastic integrated design. The elevation adjuster and pole clamps are
galvanised. The LNB support arm (boom arm) is made of aluminium. Many dishes these days now only use one U clamp
to save costs. This dish uses two U clamps. The double U clamping design ensures a more rigid opposition to high
winds and prevents turning on the pole. This dish will clamp to poles from 25-50mm diameter. Gain 36.4dB. A version of this
dish is available with
wing nuts for mobile caravan / motorhome use and as a full
mobile dish kit with stand, cable etc.
Ideal for Freesat or
Sky TV from Astra 2 at 28E. It will provide more signal than a Sky mini dish. This dish is suitable
for the all parts of the England and Wales including the north but in Scotland also consider the
80cm dish or the heavy duty
fibre glass Triax
70cm dish for high wind and high salt areas. Read about the
problems and disadvantages of "Sky mini dishes".
This standard dish offers many advantages. (If you are using a
multiswitch, you will need to order a
quatro LNB separately)
Choosing the correct LNB - For Sky HD, older freesat receivers like "Humax" and freesat 4k non-recordable, the
Manhattan SX freesat receiver or world receivers you need a universal LNB. That would be the quad or octo universal
LNB or it could be one of the 4 "quad" universal outputs from a 6 output hybrid LNB. For Sky Q™ or Freesat 4K
recordable you need a twin wideband LNB or the twin wideband outputs from a 6 output Hybrid LNB The hybrid LNB,
with 2 wideband outputs and 4 universal outputs. It combines a wideband LNB with a quad universal LNB
and so all types of receivers can be used. The Hybrid LNB also lets you connect to Sky Q™ or Freesat 4K recordable
using the twin wideband outputs and other types of receivers in other rooms as well using the quad universal outputs.
Wall mount options - The "U pole" wall mount is adjustable. The dish can be close to the wall if the wall is south facing or further
away from the wall if a larger stand off distance is required. Long pole
above the gutter wall mounts are also available sepatately.
A quality brandname "
Primesat" 60cm dish with optional LNBs and optional wall mount. Ring us if you need advice. 01207 544664.
Shipping information and options. (
VAT info.) (
Stock levels.)
Choose either "
free mainland UK delivery" - UK shipping
option No 1 or
priority options 4-7.
For "
UK offshore islands including Northern Ireland by courier" dishes up
to 80cm choose the £15 - UK shipping option No 2.
International - Republic of Ireland - dishes up to 80cm - choose the £15 "fixed price
multiple items to Eire" shipping option.
International - within the EU - dishes up to 80cm - choose the £38 "1 box up to 20Kg by
courier
to EU countries" shipping option.
International - outside of the EU - all dishes/sizes - choose the "
International shipping
quote by e-mail" shipping option.
Primesat "Easy Fit" 60cm dish (with LNB and wall mount options).
In stock and ready for immediate shipping.
Order code PRI60DG
£49.95
Options, if required, will be automatically added to the dish when you "add to cart" below.
If you are outside of the UK, a 20% VAT refund will be done before shipping.
Primesat 80cm "Easy Fit" high gain dish.
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High quality high gain easy fit satellite dish. This is a quality precision made dish at an excellent price.
The first time we assembled this dish it took less than 60 seconds. It would be even faster if we had done it before.
The bolts that go through the dish reflector screw into captive threads so nuts on the back are not needed. 2 bolts hold the
dish to the metal back plate clamps and 2 nuts provide adjustment. The push fit LNB support arm takes one seconds to locate.
Corrosion protection is provided using a Polyester RAL7035 powder coating dish reflector. The one piece back plate
is an ABS type of injection moulded strong plastic integrated design. The elevation adjuster and pole clamps are
galvanised. The LNB support arm (boom arm) is made of aluminium. Many dishes these days now only use one U clamp
to save costs. This dish uses two U clamps. The double U clamping design ensures a more rigid opposition to high
winds and prevents turning on the pole. This dish will clamp to poles from 25-50mm diameter. Gain 39.1dB. A version of this
dish is available with
wing nuts for mobile caravan / motorhome use and as a full
mobile dish kit with stand, cable etc.
A high quality product. Very good value considering the higher grade materials used and the superb performance.
This dish is suitable for the all parts of the UK including the north and Scotland. Also consider, in the north,
the heavy duty fibre glass Triax
70cm dish for high wind and high salt areas.
(If you are using a
multiswitch, you will need to order a
quatro LNB separately)
Choosing the correct LNB - For Sky HD, older freesat receivers like "Humax" and freesat 4k non-recordable, the
Manhattan SX freesat receiver or world receivers you need a universal LNB. That would be the quad or octo universal
LNB or it could be one of the 4 "quad" universal outputs from a 6 output hybrid LNB. For Sky Q™ or Freesat 4K
recordable you need a twin wideband LNB or the twin wideband outputs from a 6 output Hybrid LNB The hybrid LNB,
with 2 wideband outputs and 4 universal outputs. It combines a wideband LNB with a quad universal LNB
and so all types of receivers can be used. The Hybrid LNB also lets you connect to Sky Q™ or Freesat 4K recordable
using the twin wideband outputs and other types of receivers in other rooms as well using the quad universal outputs.
Wall mount options. The "U pole" wall mount is adjustable. The dish can be close to the wall if the wall is south facing or further
away from the wall if a larger stand off distance is required. The "elbow" wall mount option is ideal if the dish is
turned and needs a large stand off distance. Long pole
above the gutter wall mounts are available separately.
If you live in an area that receives regular snowfall, you may be interested in a satellite dish
heater.
Quality brandname "
Primesat" 80cm dish with optional LNBs and optional wall mount. Ring us if you need advice. 01207 544664
Shipping information and options. (
VAT info.) (
Stock levels.)
Choose either "
free mainland UK delivery" - UK shipping
option No 1 or
priority options 4-7.
For "
UK offshore islands including Northern Ireland by courier" dishes up
to 80cm choose the £15 - UK shipping option No 2.
International - Republic of Ireland - dishes up to 80cm - choose the £15 "fixed price
multiple items to Eire" shipping option.
International - within the EU - dishes up to 80cm - choose the £38 "1 box up to 20Kg by
courier
to EU countries" shipping option.
International - outside of the EU - all dishes/sizes - choose the "
International shipping
quote by e-mail" shipping option.
Primesat "Easy Fit" 80cm dish (with LNB and wall mount options).
In stock and ready for immediate shipping.
Order code PRI80DG
£69.95
Options, if required, will be automatically added to the dish when you "add to cart" below.
If you are outside of the UK, a 20% VAT refund will be done before shipping.
Triax 60cm heavy duty fibre glass dish
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Ideal for high wind and high salt areas.
Available in dark grey or cream
This range of heavy duty fibre glass dishes come in two colours and from two manufacturers - Triax (cream and anthracite)
and Cahors (white and dark grey). Sizes are Triax 60cm (featured here), Triax
70cm, Cahors
65cm, Cahors
80cm, and
Cahors
1.0m. 7 different LNB options and hot dipped galvanised wall mount options are also available below.
These are heavy duty high wind load dishes kit ideal for use in high salt "near the coast" locations. Especially ideal for
the high wind and salt areas of the east coast Scotland and Ireland. Clearly the fibre glass dish cannot corrode and the
heavy mount on the back uses a much heavier gauge steel and is hot dipped galvanised. Triax use stainless steel nuts
and bolts. Very high quality dish kits for people who want to solve their satellite dish corrosion problems. Whilst the
pictures show Triax stickers on the dishes, Triax currently do not put stickers on their current range. Triax cream
DAP610 (Triax part number 362610) or dark grey DAP611 (Triax part number 362611). This dish is suitable for the all
parts of the England and Wales including the north but in Scotland also consider the heavy duty fibre glass Triax
70cm
dish also for high wind and high salt areas. (If you are using a
multiswitch, you will need to order a
quatro LNB separately)
Explaining the LNB options - Many "world" receivers use universal LNBs and so do some freesat receivers. Sky Q™ receivers
and Freesat 4K recordable receivers use wideband LNBs. The hybrid LNB with 6 outputs is a twin wideband LNB and a quad
universal LNB all in the one package. This is ideal if you have different types of receivers in different rooms. To summarise, single,
twin and quad universal LNBs are used with most satellite receivers. Wideband and hybrid LNBs are used with Sky Q™ and freesat
4K recordable. Quatro LNBs are used with multiswitches. Twin wideband LNBs or quatro LNBs can be used with Sky Q™ multiswitches.
Wall mount options - The galvanised "U pole" wall mount is adjustable. The dish can be close to the wall if the wall is
south facing or further away from the wall if a larger stand off distance is required. Alternatively there is a very heavy
duty hot dipped galvanised J mount. Long pole
above the gutter wall mounts are also available sepatately.
A quality brandname Triax 60cm dish with optional LNBs and optional wall mount. Ring us if you need advice. 01207 544664.
Shipping information and options. (
VAT info.) (
Stock levels.)
Choose either "
free mainland UK delivery" - UK shipping
option No 1 or
priority options 4-7.
For "
UK offshore islands including Northern Ireland by courier" dishes up
to 80cm choose the £15 - UK shipping option No 2.
International - Republic of Ireland - dishes up to 80cm - choose the £15 "fixed price
multiple items to Eire" shipping option.
International - within the EU - dishes up to 80cm - choose the £38 "1 box up to 20Kg by
courier
to EU countries" shipping option.
International - outside of the EU - all dishes/sizes - choose the "
International shipping
quote by e-mail" shipping option.
Triax 60cm heavy duty fibre glass dish.
In stock and ready for immediate shipping.
Order code TRIFG602
£170.00
Options, if required, will be automatically added to the dish when you "add to cart" below.
If you are outside of the UK, a 20% VAT refund will be done before shipping.
Special offer price.
Triax 70cm heavy duty fibre glass dish
(with LNB and hot dipped galanised wall mount options).
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Ideal for high wind and high salt areas.
Available in dark grey or cream
This range of heavy duty fibre glass dishes come in two colours and from two manufacturers - Triax (cream and anthracite)
and Cahors (white and dark grey). Sizes are Triax
60cm, Triax
70cm, Cahors 65cm (featured here), Cahors
80cm, and
Cahors
1.0m. 7 different LNB options and hot dipped galvanised wall mount options are also available below.
These are heavy duty high wind load dishes kit ideal for use in high salt "near the coast" locations. Especially ideal for
the high wind and salt areas of the east coast Scotland and Ireland. Clearly the fibre glass dish cannot corrode and the
heavy mount on the back uses a much heavier gauge steel and is hot dipped galvanised. Triax use stainless steel nuts
and bolts. Very high quality dish kits for people who want to solve their satellite dish corrosion problems.
Whilst the pictures show Triax stickers on the dishes, Triax currently do not put stickers on their current range.
Triax DAP610 cream (Triax part number 362610) or Triax DAP611 dark grey (Triax part number 362611) dishes.
Explaining the LNB options - Universal LNBs are used by "world" receivers, freesat non-recordable and Sky HD receivers.
Sky Q™ and Freesat 4K recordable receivers use wideband LNBs. Hybrid LNB with 6 outputs are twin wideband LNBs and a quad
universal LNBs all in the one package. This is ideal if you have different types of receivers in different rooms. To summarise, single,
twin and quad universal LNBs are used with most satellite receivers. Wideband and hybrid LNBs are used with Sky Q™ and freesat
4K recordable. Quatro LNBs are used with multiswitches. Twin wideband LNBs or quatro LNBs can be used with Sky Q™ multiswitches.
Wall mount options - The galvanised "U pole" wall mount is adjustable. The dish can be close to the wall if the wall is
south facing or further away from the wall if a larger stand off distance is required. Alternatively there is a very heavy
duty hot dipped galvanised J mount. Long pole
above the gutter wall mounts are also available sepatately.
A quality brandname Triax 70cm dish with optional LNBs and optional wall mount. Ring us if you need advice. 01207 544664.
Shipping information and options. (
VAT info.) (
Stock levels.)
Choose either "
free mainland UK delivery" - UK shipping
option No 1 or
priority options 4-7.
For "
UK offshore islands including Northern Ireland by courier" dishes up
to 80cm choose the £15 - UK shipping option No 2.
International - Republic of Ireland - dishes up to 80cm - choose the £15 "
fixed price
multiple items to Eire" shipping option.
International - within the EU - dishes up to 80cm - choose the £38 "
1 box up to 20Kg by
courier to EU countries" shipping option.
International - outside of the EU - all dishes/sizes - choose the "
International shipping
quote by e-mail" shipping option.
Please note we have an overstock of cream dishes and they are still at the 2022 price!
Dark grey are at the current price and are an option below.
Special offer price. Triax 70cm heavy duty fibre glass dish.
In stock and ready for immediate shipping.
Order code TRIFG702
£150.00
Options, if required, will be automatically added to the dish when you "add to cart" below.
If you are outside of the UK, a 20% VAT refund will be done before shipping.
SelfSat / Sqish antennas.
Please note that these antennas are white straight out of the box.
At last there’s a real flat-plane antenna alternative to the black mesh dish. If you can’t have a normal dish because of
planning permission or they’re in a conservation area or they simply don’t like black mesh or other dishes, the Sqish
has arrived. This new antenna uses advanced folded wave-guide technology to give usable performance in a discreet
white flat package. (Not suitable for northern England or Scotland) Quad LNB included. Wall mount is included.
There are hundreds of vinyl sticker companies who where you can upload a picture of your wall and they can
customize the appearance using the picture supplied. See the brick covered Sqish in the top left hand
picture and how much better it looks than the sky mini dish.
Shipping information and options. (
VAT info.) (
Stock levels.)
Choose either "
free mainland UK delivery" - UK shipping
option No 1 or
priority options 4-7.
For "
UK offshore islands including Northern Ireland by courier" dishes up
to 80cm choose the £15 - UK shipping option No 2.
International - Republic of Ireland - dishes up to 80cm - choose the £15 "
fixed price
multiple items to Eire" shipping option.
International - within the EU - dishes up to 80cm - choose the £38 "
1 box up to 20Kg by
courier to EU countries" shipping option.
International - outside of the EU - all dishes/sizes - choose the "
International shipping
quote by e-mail" shipping option.
Quad LNB SelfSat Sqish flat plate antenna. Supplied white.
Order code SELFSAQ
£199.95
Quad LNB SelfSat/Sqish antenna with Triax Sky Q™ interface.
Suitable for use with Sky Q™
(Please note - "Sky Q™" is a trade mark of Sky Television)
Order code SELFSAQI
£299.90
Cahors 65cm heavy duty fibre glass dish
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Ideal for high wind and high salt areas.
Available in dark grey or white
This range of heavy duty fibre glass dishes come in two colours and from two manufacturers - Triax (cream and anthracite)
and Cahors (white and dark grey). Sizes are Triax
60cm, Triax Triax
70cm, Cahors
65cm,
80cm, and
Cahors
1.0m. 7 different LNB options and hot dipped galvanised wall mount options are also available below.
Please note the pictures above show the Cahors 1.0m dish. The 65cm has identical features but smaller.
These are heavy duty high wind load dishes kit ideal for use in high salt "near the coast" locations. Especially ideal for
the high wind and salt areas of the east coast Scotland and Ireland. Clearly the fibre glass dish cannot corrode and the
double clamp heavy mount on the back uses a much heavier gauge steel and is hot dipped galvanised. Very high quality dish
kits for people who want to solve their satellite dish corrosion problems. Whilst the pictures show Cahors stickers on
the dishes, the stickers can be pealed off if required. Cahors 651W white or Cahors 651 dark grey dishes.
Click here to order.
Cahors 80cm heavy duty fibre glass dish
(with LNB and hot dipped galanised wall mount options).
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Ideal for high wind and high salt areas.
Available in dark grey or white
This range of heavy duty fibre glass dishes come in two colours and from two manufacturers - Triax (cream and anthracite)
and Cahors (white and dark grey). Sizes are Triax
60cm, Triax Triax
70cm, Cahors
65cm,
80cm, and
Cahors
1.0m. 7 different LNB options and hot dipped galvanised wall mount options are also available below.
Please note the pictures above show the Cahors 1.0m dish. The 80cm has identical features but smaller.
These are heavy duty high wind load dishes kit ideal for use in high salt "near the coast" locations. Especially ideal for
the high wind and salt areas of the east coast Scotland and Ireland. Clearly the fibre glass dish cannot corrode and the
double clamp heavy mount on the back uses a much heavier gauge steel and is hot dipped galvanised. Very high quality dish
kits for people who want to solve their satellite dish corrosion problems. Cahors 801W white or Cahors 801 dark grey dishes.
Whilst the pictures show Cahors stickers on the dishes, the stickers can be pealed off if required.
Click here to order.
Long pole "above the gutter" wall
mounts for fixed dishes up to 1.0m
5 bolt fixing. Various stand off distances and 2 pole lengths - 1m and 2m. All pole diameters are 50mm
The poles are galvanised. the stand off distance is from the wall is to the inside of the pole.
If the dish is larger than 1.0m use a heavy duty "above the gutter" wall mount from our
wall mounts & ground stands page or a ground stand if applicable.
The following mounts are available from the
Wall mounts & ground stands page,
Long pole wall mount 1. Stand off - 300mm. 2m galvanised pole.
Order code LPMOUN1
Long pole wall mount 2. Stand off - 500mm. 2m galvanised pole.
Order code LPMOUN2
Long pole wall mount 3. Stand off - 300mm. 1m galvanised pole.
Order code LPMOUN3
Long pole wall mount 4. Stand off - 500mm. 1m galvanised pole.
Order code LPMOUN4
The differences between a Sky mini
dish and a standard dish (and between LNBs).
Standard dishes are sold all over the world.
Sky mini dishes are sold in the UK by Sky TV. They are built to the lowest possible price.
All Offset dishes are oval - not circular.
A standard (offset) dish is usually higher than it is wide.
A Sky mini (offset) dish is wider than it is high.
A standard dish uses a 40mm universal LNB. This LNB has a 40mm neck. The dish
uses a saddle clamp to clamp the 40mm neck of the LNB into the 40mm clamp.
A Sky mini dish uses a Sky mini dish LNB. This LNB has a fitting that either goes into the
rectanglar (cross section) LNB support arm, or fits over it. Either way it fits onto the
arm and not in a saddle clamp. This type of LNB will not fit a standard dish and
a 40mm LNB will not fit on a Sky mini dish. It is possible to buy a standard LNB and
attach a Sky mini dish adapter (see bottom picture above) so that a standard
LNB will then fit on a Sky mini dish, however, the feedhorn is not an ideal match as the
standard LNB is designed to collect signal from a dish that is higher than it is wide.
This is compensated by the fact that standard LNBs tend to be better (lower noise) than Sky LNBs
There are two reasons why a standard LNB with a Sky mini dish adapter might be used.
1. If the customer intends to upgrade to a (better) standard dish in the future and needs a new LNB now.
2. There are no quatro LNBs made by Sky and so if a quatro LNB is to be used on a Sky mini dish
it must be a standard quatro LNB with a Sky mini dish adapter fitted. (Quatro LNBs are designed
to work with multiswitches) Also note that we do sell a special multiswitch that will work with
a quad LNB and so a Sky mini dish can therefore be used with a multiswitch. This is ideal when
a mini dish is already installed, and has a quad LNB fitted to it and is very inaccessible
so difficult to change. Since multiswitches are professional products, it is, however, best
to fit a higher quality standard dish with 40mm quatro LNB if possible.
Sky quad LNBs can be fitted to a standard dish. If the Sky adapter collar is removed, then
a small piece of plastic that stops the collar from rotating is cut off with a craft knife,
this will leave a 40mm neck and the LNB will then fit a standard dish.
Problems with Sky mini dishes.
As a general rule they do not provide enough signal in poor weather locations. We would estimate that a zone 1 mini dish
is about 10% too small even in southern England. Maybe that is why hardly a day goes past without a call from a customer
complaining of lack of signal, pixilation, freezing and drop-out (even on good days) and asking for a better solution.
Standard dishes fit a vertical pole of a standard wall mount and the LNB is held by a 40mm clamp. This allows higher quality
standard 40mm LNBs to be used. (Like Titanium or Inverto LNBs.) Standard dishes have been sold worldwide since satellite
started (in the UK in 1985). Non-standard Sky mini dishes started around 2001 and Sky have changed the design of their
dish at least 10 times. They use a non-standard wall mount and LNB fitting particular only to Sky mini dishes. If a Sky
mini dish LNBs is fitted, there is little or no choice of LNBs. High quality standard LNBs from countless manufacturers
cannot be used. Twin and quatro LNBs cannot be fitted to Sky mini dishes. Sky don't make them. Customers with early Sky
dishes can no longer buy the different non-standard early Sky mini dish LNBs for their dish and are forced to change the
whole dish when an LNB fails. This is because the latest Sky mini dishes have changed yet again and the latest Sky mini
dish LNBs no longer fit earlier dishes. The earlier types of Sky mini dish LNB are no longer available. The same is true
of spare parts. A standard 40mm clamp LNB will fit a standard dish from when satellite started. The same is largely true
of standard wall mounts. The only real advantage of a Sky mini dish is it tends to be cheaper than a standard dish. Sky
mini dishes are prone to severe rusting in high salt areas but the heavy duty standard range below is designed for that
type of location. For all of the reasons detailed above we would recommend customers use a standard dish for Sky, freesat
or any other satellite reception application. Examples of standard dishes -
Primesat Easy Fit high quality 60cm dishes.
Primesat Easy Fit high quality 80cm dishes.
Primesat clear transparent standard 85cm dishes.
Triax Heavy duty standard 60cm, 70cm and 90cm dishes for high wind and high salt areas.
For all-weather capability in the north (e.g. north of Newcastle Upon Type and Scotland) use
a 60cm, 70cm, 80cm or 90cm standard dish.
Dish sizes disclaimer.
Please not that dish sizes vary.
Manufactures quote a particular size of dish, however, dishes are not circular, they are
oval and the dish diameter referred to in their literature and on our site is an
approximation and should not be taken as an exact dimension.
See our other web site at-
www.primesat.eu
This site includes many products that are exclusive to the Satellite Superstore.
The site contains -
• Products that we manufacture (e.g. We have manufactured heavy duty wall mounts and ground stands since 1991).
• Selected products which have our own Primesat brand name and have been prepared to our specifications.
• Selected products where we have been appointed the authorised UK or European distributor by the manufacturer.
www.primesat.eu is an information site. Here you will find full specifications and many detailed pictures.
To buy any of these products, simply order them on this web site.
Link to our own satellite museum site
Satellite Museum. A museum of vintage satellite receivers.
See www.satellitemuseum.com
For old satellite receivers with knobs on and read about "A History Of Satellite TV".
Also see
www.rewindmuseum.com. A Museum of vintage consumer electronics.
Vintage reel to reel video recorders. Vintage VHS and Betamax VCRs. Vintage video cameras. Vintage
Laser Disc. Vintage Computers. Old telephones. Old brick mobile phones. Vintage Hi Fi, Old reel
to reel audio and early audio cassette decks. Including, the history time line of vintage
consumer electronics ... and much more .....
It is well worth a visit.
Only The Satellite Superstore brings you
great products, advice and it's own museum.
You may be interested in two other web sites.
www.1952chevytruck.com
This web site shows all of the restoration process and the modifications to this truck.
In addition, there is a hard high quality tonneau cover on a new web site
at www.classictonneaucover.com for the 1947-53 Chevy truck.
Contacting us.
Unlike many other companies we are happy to answer questions on the phone.
Tel. (UK) 01207 544664 and 01207
544224
International Tel. + 44 1207 544664.
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