ETS Lindgren 3117 Double Ridged Waveguide Antenna
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The ETS-Lindgren 3117 Double Ridged Waveguide is a cutting-edge solution for microwave and EMC measurement applications. Enhancing the capabilities of traditional ridged waveguide antennas, the 3117 addresses lower gain issues typically observed at the higher frequency spectrum. Users benefit from consistent illumination on target surfaces, complemented by precise gain measurements.
Engineered for optimal performance, the ETS-Lindgren 3117 antenna offers high gain and remarkably low Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) throughout its operational frequency range, accommodating moderate power inputs up to 300 watts. This antenna has been meticulously designed and modeled using advanced electromagnetic simulation software on powerful workstations, ensuring accuracy and reliability in field performance.
Key Features
The ETS-Lindgren 3117 features a Single Lobe Radiation Pattern, which maintains a consistent main lobe along the horn axis across its frequency span. This design is crucial for ensuring uniform distribution of electromagnetic energy on target surfaces, facilitating accurate gains and vector measurements. The antenna’s unique construction effectively suppresses the propagation of high order modes, yielding superior performance compared to competing models.
Operating seamlessly from 1 GHz to 18 GHz without interruptions for band breaks, the 3117 stands out with the widest usable frequency bandwidth in its category, eliminating performance degradation usually caused by high order modes.
Specifications
- Frequency Maximum: 18 GHz
- Impedance (Nominal): 50 Ω
- Maximum Continuous Power: 300W
- Pattern Type: Directional
With a more uniform gain and improved antenna factor, the ETS-Lindgren 3117 ensures consistent performance. Its stable radiation pattern translates to reliable gain and AF values across the entire frequency range, outperforming similar antennas that often exhibit significant gain variations.
