EXD400-512MX

The EXD400-512MX is a type of RF Antennas used to detect radio waves for space and terrestrial purposes. It is typically used in applications such as wireless communication, data transmission, and satellite navigation. This antenna is designed to provide high performance and can be used for either receive or transmit applications. There are several features that make it suitable for a wide range of applications.

Surface Features

The nominal gain of the EXD400-512MX is 10.5 dB minimum with a 12.5 dB maximum in the frequency bands from 400 – 512 MHz. Its small form factor makes it suitable for easy mounting on small-profile receivers or transmitters. The surface of the antenna is designed with multiple layers of dipoles to reduce reflection and absorption loss, while protecting the antenna from environmental factors. The antenna is enclosed in a dielectric shell that is durable and weatherproof. It can also be mounted directly onto antennas with the help of supplied mounting clips.

In applications

The EXD400-512MX is suitable for a range of applications due to its high performance. It can be used for a variety of terrestrial or space-based applications including: satellite communications, telemetry, maritime navigation, natural or man-made disasters, and geolocation. It can also be used in passive sensing applications where the antenna collects information from the environment without the need for active electronics, such as seismic surveys, lightning detection, or acoustic imaging.

In aviation

The EXD400-512MX is well-suited for aviation applications. It is the preferred antenna for aircrafts’ main communication and navigation systems. The antenna provides high-performance nationwide coverage for approaching and departing aircrafts, as well as line-of-sight coverage for airborne receivers. The small form factor allows easy installation on aircrafts with limited antenna mounting area. The antenna is also suitable for controlling of unmanned aerial vehicles.

Working Principle

The EXD400-512MX antenna works by radiating energy from its dipole antennas and collecting the radio waves in the antenna’s receiving surface. The antenna is designed to detect radio signals in both the vertical and horizontal plane, with its maximum gain usually located in the direction of the transmitter antenna. The antenna’s small size and high gain make it beneficial for applications such as search and rescue and communication with satellites where long-range reception is necessary. The antenna is also designed to be resistant to environmental factors and has a wide operating temperature range.