Space Inventor L-Band Single Patch
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1U and larger satellites

PATCH1-L-R

L-Band Patch 1 antenna. This antenna design offers simplicity and efficiency, making it suitable for various applications like GPS systems, satellite communication, and remote sensing due to its ability to maintain a stable connection within this frequency range.

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MSRP

€4.000

Specifications

Description

This antenna design offers simplicity and efficiency, making it suitable for various applications like GPS systems, satellite communication, and remote sensing due to its ability to maintain a stable connection within this frequency range.

An L-band single patch antenna is a compact and specialized microwave antenna designed for the L-band frequency range, typically spanning from 1518-1560 MHz or 1626-1675 MHz. There are multiple design options across different frequencies, and we can offer solutions tailored to specific needs. This antenna features a single port radiating patch element on a dielectric substrate and a ground plane, similar to other single-patch designs.

The patch is carefully engineered to resonate at L-band frequencies, making it ideal for applications in satellite communication, GPS systems, and remote sensing, where L-band signals are prevalent. These antennas are valued for their efficiency, simplicity, and reliability in delivering stable performance within the L-band frequency range.
 

Features

UPLINK
RF Characteristics (UL)
Operating Frequency Band
1518-1560 MHz
Return Loss <
-10 dB
Max Gain
6 dBi
Axial Ratio <
3 dB
F/B Ratio >
20 dB
Polarization
RHCP (LHCP Optional)
HPBW >
+/- 43
Bandwidth >
42
Power Handling
2 Watts
Physical Characteristics (UL)
Mass
38 g
Measurements
70 x 60 4 mm3
Connector Height
7 mm
Interfaces (UL)
Mechanical Interfaces
4xM3
RF Connector
SMA
Antenna Type
Patch
DOWNLINK
RF Characteristics (DL)
Operating Frequency Band
1526-1675 Mhz
Return Loss <
-10 dB
Mx Gain
6 dBi
Axial Ratio <
3 dB
F/B Ratio >
20 dB
Polarization
RHCP (LHCP optional)
HPBW >
+/- 46.5 Degrees
Bandwidth >
49 MHz
Power Handling
2 Watss
Physical Characteristics (DL)
Mass
38 g
Measurements
77x60 mm3
Connector Height
7 mm
Interfaces (DL)
Mechanical Interfaces
4xM3
RF Connector
SMA
Antenna Type
Patch

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