Broadband Antenna Solutions

QRH18 Quad Ridged Horn Antenna | 1 GHz – 18 GHz

with online calibration protocol and dataset

The QRH18 is a dual-polarized broadband horn antenna designed for precision EMC, antenna, and wireless testing across 1 to 18 GHz. Its compact form factor combines with SMA connectors for high-frequency accuracy and minimal signal loss. Ideal for advanced measurement setups requiring simultaneous polarization and consistent performance across a wide frequency range.

Frequency Range
1 GHz – 18 GHz
VSWR (avg.)
1.45
Gain
5 – 16 dBi
Impedance
50 Ohm
Connector
SMA (female)
Power (CW / Peak)
100 W / 170 W
Polarization
Dual Linear, Circular (with hybrid)
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QRH18 ESSENTIAL
Typical antenna data (PDF) with a calibration certificate including pass/fail results
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Measured antenna data in digital and machine-readable formats with a calibration certificate
QRH18 PLUS CERTIFIED
Accredited laboratory calibration certificate with the complete PLUS-level data
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Lead time 4-8 weeks
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Features and Specifications

Technical Performance

  • Wide bandwidth
  • Low return loss
  • Individual calibration

Design and Surface Treatment

  • Corrosion-resistant coating
  • Includes standard mount
  • Very precise spirit level for both polarizations

Manufacturing Technology

  • Manufactured using a high grade aluminum alloy
  • Extremely durable
  • High quality SMA type coaxial connector

Product Packaging Includes

  • Adapter with ¼ inch inner thread, supplied with antenna
  • Linear polarized double ridged broadband horn antenna

Product Parameters

Product identification

  • Product Name QRH18
  • Product Category Quad Ridged Horn Antenna

Electrical specifications

  • Frequency Range 1 GHz – 18 GHz
  • VSWR (max.) 2.5
  • VSWR (avg.) 1.45
  • Impedance 50 Ohm
  • Connector SMA (female)
  • Power (CW / Peak) 100 W / 170 W
  • Antenna Factor 24.3 – 40 dB/m
  • Port Isolation -30 dB
  • Polarization Dual Linear, Circular (with hybrid)

Operating conditions

  • Rated Temperature Range 0°C – +50°C
  • Storage Temperature Range -20°C – +70°C

Mounting flange

  • Mounting Adapter with ¼ inch inner thread, supplied with antenna

Physical specifications

  • Width 230.6 mm (9.079 in)
  • Height 229.1 mm (9.020 in)
  • Depth 230.6 mm (9.079 in)
  • Weight 0.65 kg (1.433 lb)

3D View

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Mechanical Drawings

Parameters and Performance

Typical parameters

VSWR

QRH18 - VSWR

Gain

QRH18 - Gain

Antenna Factor

QRH18 - Antenna Factor

Port Isolation

QRH18 - Port Isolation

Cross Polarization

QRH18 - Cross Polarization

Beamwidth

Port A, E plane

QRH18 - Port A, E plane

Port A, H plane

QRH18 - Port A, H plane

Port B, E plane

QRH18 - Port B, E plane

Port B, H plane

QRH18 - Port B, H plane

Radiation Patterns

Port A, 1 GHz

QRH18 - Port A, 1 GHz

Port B, 1 GHz

QRH18 - Port B, 1 GHz

Port A, 2 GHz

QRH18 - Port A, 2 GHz

Port B, 2 GHz

QRH18 - Port B, 2 GHz

Port A, 3 GHz

QRH18 - Port A, 3 GHz

Port B, 3 GHz

QRH18 - Port B, 3 GHz

Packaging and Accessories

What's in a box

  • QRH18 Antenna
  • Antenna specific mount adapter with ¼ inch inner thread
  • Factory calibration certificate
  • Full calibration report of each antenna
  • QR code accessing online portal
  • Calibration test dataset (available online)

Accessories

  • Standard mounting flange
  • Factory calibration report

Custom services

  • Custom mounting solutions
  • Custom calibration data

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Frequency Range

1.7 GHz – 20 GHz

VSWR (avg.)

1.45

Gain

5 – 15.5 dBi

Impedance

50 Ohm

Connector

SMA (female)

Power (CW / Peak)

20 W / 40 W

Polarization

Dual Linear, Circular (with hybrid)

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QRH18 ESSENTIAL
Professional Choice
QRH18 PLUS
QRH18 PLUS CERTIFIED
Typical antenna data (PDF) with a calibration certificate including pass/fail results
Measured antenna data in digital and machine-readable formats with a calibration certificate
Accredited laboratory calibration certificate with the complete PLUS-level data
Data Level
Typical data
Measured data
Measured data (PLUS level)
Typical data
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Interactive charts of measured data with hover effects
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Comparison of typical vs measured
Comparison of typical vs measured
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