GNSS All-Bands Antenna with LNA integrated card

Description

This GNSS All-Bands antenna with integrated LNA is engineered to deliver a clean, high-performance navigation link for LEO spacecraft. By placing a low-noise amplifier directly within the antenna, this model minimizes cable losses and improves the overall system noise figure, ensuring that the GNSS receiver operates with the best possible signal quality from the very first stage of the RF chain.

Covering all major GNSS constellations—GPS, Galileo, Glonass, and Beidou—along with L-band services, the antenna maintains stable gain, controlled phase center, and circular polarization across the full 1.16–1.61 GHz range. This ensures precise timing, accurate orbit determination, and resilient positioning in dynamic or interference-prone environments.

The design integrates sharp S-band filtering, providing strong electromagnetic compatibility with onboard S-band antennas. This reduces RF coexistence risks and simplifies spacecraft system engineering.

With its compact <1U footprint, robust PEEK radome, and fully space-qualified architecture, the antenna is optimized for small to mid-size satellite platforms requiring both performance and mechanical efficiency.

NB: this antenna is compatible with our Test Cap for GNSS All-Bands Antenna.

Very stable phase center
Radome protection against harsh environment
Integrated active electronic board with amplification and filtering
ITAR Free
Test Hat compatible

Frequency band

From 1.16 GHz to 1.61 GHz
GPS L1/L2/L5, Galileo E1/E5a/E5b/E6
Glonass G1/G2/G3, Beidou B1/B2a/B2/B3
Inmarsat L-band: 1.525 – 1.559 GHz

Polarization

Right-Hand Circular Polarization

Realized gain

> 0 dBi @ boresight
> -5 dBi @ ± 60°
> -11 dBi @ ± 90°

TRL

Size

L 99.4 mm x W 99.4 mm x H 35 mm

Relevant feature

Integrated amplification and filtering function

RF Interface

SMA female

DC Interface

Micro-D 9 socket female

DC Input Voltage

5.35 - 6V

Consumption

< 500 mW

LNA Block Gain

Typical: 22 dB
Worst case: 20 dB

Noise figure

Typical: 1.5 dB

Return Loss

< -15 dB

Lifetime

7 years in orbit + 1 year on ground

Download the datasheet

Included services

Requirement Definition

At Anywaves, we specialize in delivering custom-made antennas tailored to meet your unique requirements. Our expertise allows us to understand your specific needs and translate them into antenna specifications. We work closely with you to identify key parameters such as frequency bands, gain, beamwidth, mechanical constraints, and environmental considerations. Our team of experienced engineers collaborates with you throughout the process, ensuring that the antenna design aligns precisely with your application’s demands. With our deep understanding of your needs and attention to detail, we guarantee antennas that deliver optimal performance and reliability for your specific use case.

Project Management

Our goal is to ensure a seamless and successful antenna development process. Our experienced spatial project managers are skilled in coordinating all aspects of your custom-made antenna project, from initial concept to final delivery. With meticulous planning, effective communication, and diligent resource allocation, we ensure that your spatial project stays on track through key milestones (PDR, CDR, TRR, TRB…). Our project management expertise enables us to navigate complex challenges, mitigate risks, and provide you with regular updates on project progress.

Technical Expertise

Our team of skilled engineers has extensive experience in antenna design and development, as well as in the space and defense industries. We leverage the latest tools and technologies to develop innovative antenna solutions that meet even the most complex challenges. With our technical expertise, we can optimize key parameters such as gain, bandwidth, radiation pattern, and impedance matching to deliver antennas that excel in your specific application. Moreover, we keep a pragmatic approach in mind and submit our antennas to an extensive testing process in order to mitigate the risks throughout the project.

Extensive Documentation

At Anywaves, we understand the importance of comprehensive and accurate documentation for your custom-made antenna projects. We make sure to create clear and concise documentation that covers all aspects of the antenna design, specifications, testing procedures, and installation guidelines. In addition to our standard EIDP package, we also deliver throughout the project all the design justification that you may need : RF, mechanical, thermal, radiation analyses ; test plan ; test reports… We make sure to deliver documentation that adds value to your project and guarantees that your antenna is compliant to your needs.