Standard gain WR-42 horn antenna, 17.6 to 26.7 GHz, 10 dBi, UBR-220 cover flange

WR-42 Standard Gain Horn Antenna, 10 dBi – Overview

The QAXIAL HAR42-10 is a standard gain horn antenna precisely engineered for high-frequency applications in the 17.6 to 26.7 GHz range. Featuring a WR-42 waveguide interface and a nominal gain of 10 dBi, this antenna provides a balanced combination of moderate directivity and wider beamwidth, making it well suited for short- to medium-range RF measurements and links. Its rugged aluminum construction and UBR-220 cover flange ensure durability and reliable connectivity, making it ideal for laboratory testing, system integration, and field applications.

Key Features

• Moderate gain with wider beamwidth: enables broader angular coverage, ideal for general measurements and simplified alignment.
• Stable performance: delivers consistent and repeatable radiation patterns across the entire operating frequency band.
• Durable construction: manufactured from high-quality aluminum with a protective finish for long-term reliability.
• Compact and lightweight: easy to handle and integrate into test setups and portable RF systems.
• Standardized interface: fully compatible with WR-42 waveguide systems, ensuring seamless integration with existing equipment.
• Low reflection design: engineered to minimize signal loss and mismatch, improving measurement accuracy.
• Environmental compliance: compliant with RoHS and REACH standards and suitable for operation over a wide temperature range.

Applications

The HAR42-10 horn antenna is commonly used in:

• General RF and laboratory measurements
• EMC and pre-compliance testing
• Millimeter-wave component and system characterization
• Short- to medium-range communication systems
• RF and microwave research and development
• Transmission link alignment and verification

Thanks to its moderate gain and wider beamwidth, this antenna is particularly well suited for testing, development, and measurement activities in the industrial, scientific, aerospace, and telecommunications sectors.