Measurement Probes and Feeds

Closed Boundary Quad-Ridge Horns

500 MHz - 40000 MHz

Closed Boundary Quad-Ridge Horns can be used for gain calibration, as a wideband probe for far-field test ranges or as a reflector feed for high gain applications.

References:

QR500 -
QR800 -
QR2000 -
QR6000 -
QR18000

TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE

Dual linear discrimination with high ploarization purity and isolation
Low return loss / VSWR
Wide bandwidth
Uniform gain over operational bandwidth

DESIGN

Unique design preventing the exicitation of unwanted higher order modes in the aperture
Well-defined smooth radiation pattern throughout the operation bandwidth
Lightweight for easy handling

SURFACE TREATMENT

Surtec 650 according to MIL-C 5541E class 3
Polyurethane paint

REPEATABILITY

Stiff and robust mechanical design
Standard MVG circular interface for precision centering
Precision pin for accurate polarization alignment
Precision machined
Highly reliable connector

DELIVERED DOCUMENTS

Typical performance data (TYMEDA™)
Measured return loss data and port-to-port coupling

EQUIPMENT

Mounting Flange
Integrated coaxial transition with high precision connector