Dec 22, 2005
INSAT-4A
INSAT-4A, first in INSAT-4 Satellites series provides services in Ku and C-band frequency bands. The Ku transponders cover the Indian main land and C-Band transponders cover an extended area. It has a dozen Ku transponders and another dozen of C-band transponders. This spacecraft is placed at 83o E along with INSAT-2E and INSAT-3B, by Ariane launch vehicle (ARIANE5-V169).
| Spacecraft Mass | Lift off 3081 Kg Dry Mass 1386.55 Kg |
| Orbit | Geostationary ( 83o E) |
| Power | Solar Array to provide a power of 5922 W |
| Battery | Three 70 Ah Ni H2 Batteries for eclipse support of 4264 W |
| Life | 12 Years |
| Launch date | December 22, 2005 |
| Launch vehicle | ARIANE5-V169 |
प्रमोचन भार / Launch Mass:
3081 Kg
मिशन कालावधि / Mission Life :
12 Years
शक्ति / Power:
5922 W
Ariane5-V169
उपग्रह का प्रकार / Type of Satellite:
Communication
निर्माता / Manufacturer:
ISRO
स्वामी / Owner:
ISRO
अनुप्रयोग / Application:
Communication
कक्षा का प्रकार / Orbit Type:
GSO