Broadband Antenna Solutions

QRH18EC Quad Ridged Horn Antenna | 1 GHz – 18 GHz

with online calibration protocol and dataset

The QRH18EC is a broadband horn antenna operating from 1 GHz to 18 GHz, with built-in spirit levels for precise alignment. It features our 3D-printed antenna lens – a technology patented in the USA – which brings the maximum gain to 23 dBi without compromising bandwidth. Each unit is individually calibrated in our anechoic chamber, and test data is digitally available via QR code.

Frequency Range
1 GHz – 18 GHz
VSWR (avg.)
1.4
Gain
5 – 23 dBi
Impedance
50 Ohm
Connector
SMA (female)
Power (CW / Peak)
100 W / 170 W
Polarization
Dual Linear, Circular (with hybrid)
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QRH18EC ESSENTIAL
Typical antenna data (PDF) with a calibration certificate including pass/fail results
Professional Choice
QRH18EC PLUS
Measured antenna data in digital and machine-readable formats with a calibration certificate
QRH18EC ACCREDITED
Accredited calibration results in Excel with a digitally signed ISO/IEC 17025 calibration certificate
Made on demand
Lead time 4-8 weeks
Lens antenna iconUS-patented antenna lens (U.S. Patent No. 12,665,315) About Lens Technology
Radome antenna iconSee radome version QRH18ER
Antenna iconSee base version QRH18E

Product Highlights

Key Features

  • US-patented antenna lens
  • Premium broadband antenna
  • Precision-tuned for optimal performance
  • Designed for versatile applications
  • Stable high gain

Performance & Versatility

  • Radome version available
  • Circular polarization (optional)
  • QR code to access Antenna Portal
  • Wide bandwidth and low return loss
  • High isolation values
  • Multiple mounting options
  • Enhanced signal strength

Manufacturing & Technologies

  • AU Technology
  • SPM Technology
  • In-house production
  • High-grade aluminum alloy

Product Parameters

Product identification

  • Product Name QRH18EC
  • Product Category Quad Ridged Horn Antenna

Electrical specifications

  • Frequency Range 1 GHz – 18 GHz
  • VSWR (max.) 2.8
  • VSWR (avg.) 1.4
  • Impedance 50 Ohm
  • Connector SMA (female)
  • Power (CW / Peak) 100 W / 170 W
  • Antenna Factor 25 – 35 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

Physical specifications

  • Width 213 mm (8.386 in)
  • Height 279 mm (10.984 in)
  • Depth 213 mm (8.386 in)
  • Weight 1.374 kg (3.029 lb)

Mechanical Drawings

Parameters and Performance

Typical parameters

VSWR

QRH18EC - VSWR

Gain

QRH18EC - Gain

Antenna Factor

QRH18EC - Antenna Factor

Port Isolation

QRH18EC - Port Isolation

Cross Polarization

QRH18EC - Cross Polarization

Packaging and Accessories

Accessories

  • Standard mounting flange
QRH18EC ESSENTIAL
Professional Choice
QRH18EC PLUS
QRH18EC ACCREDITED
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 calibration results in Excel with a digitally signed ISO/IEC 17025 calibration certificate
Data Level
Typical data
Measured data
Accredited calibration results
Typical charts
Interactive frequency inspector
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Data Formats
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PDF
XLSX, CSV, JSON, XML, Touchstone .s1p
Signed PDF, XLSX
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Data tables included
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No analysis
Measured vs. typical comparison
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