ANT-GPS
AAC Clyde Space
Miniature GPS patch antenna for CubeSats providing L1 band reception for on-orbit navigation and orbit determination.
Technical specifications
- Frequency
- 1575.42 MHz (GPS L1)
- Antenna Type
- Patch antenna with LNA
- Gain
- >25 dBic
- Noise Figure
- <1.5 dB
- Interface
- SMA connector
- Supply Voltage
- 3.3 V
- Power Consumption
- <40 mA
- Operating Temperature
- -40°C to +85°C
- Mass
- ~15 g
- Dimensions
- 25 x 25 x 8 mm
- Radiation Tolerance
- 10 KRad
- TRL Level
- 9
- Axial Ratio
- <3 dB (at zenith)
- VSWR
- <2:1
- Polarization
- RHCP
- Bandwidth
- 10 MHz (3 dB)
- Mounting
- Bolt or adhesive
- Compatible Receivers
- GNSS-701, uBlox, NovAtel
- Coax Cable
- Optional (various lengths)
- Ground Plane Required
- No (integrated)
- ESD Protection
- Yes
- Connector Type
- SMA Female
- Storage Temperature
- -55°C to +125°C
- Vacuum Compatible
- Yes
About
The ANT-GPS is a miniature GPS patch antenna designed for CubeSat integration. It operates in the GPS L1 band (1575.42 MHz) and interfaces with standard GPS receivers for orbit determination and time synchronization. The antenna features a low-noise amplifier and is radiation-tolerant for LEO missions. Compatible with SpaceQuest GNSS-701 receiver and other commercial GPS/GNSS receivers.
Documentation
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