XPA Series – X-Band Patch Array Antenna Development Panels
The XPA Series X-Band Patch Array Antenna Development Panels are engineered to accelerate the development and validation of advanced antenna arrays utilizing phased array and digital beamforming architectures. These panels provide a stable, repeatable RF aperture that allows engineering teams to focus on RF front-end design, beamforming networks, T/R modules, and system integration—without diverting resources to fundamental antenna element development.
Each array is built around precision-designed microstrip patch elements that deliver a stable radiation pattern across a typical operational bandwidth of approximately 5%. The panels are fabricated on low-loss RF substrates to ensure high efficiency and predictable performance across the X-band frequency range.
The XPA Series is available in scalable configurations, including: 2 × 2, 4 × 4, and 8 × 8 arrays
These base panels can be tiled to form larger apertures for expanded gain and narrower beamwidth applications.
Designed specifically for electronically scanned array systems, the element spacing is approximately λ/2 or less, supporting beam steering with controlled grating lobe performance. This architecture enables practical development of electronically steered systems while maintaining pattern integrity across the scan range.
By providing a ready-to-use radiating platform, the XPA Series allows engineers to transition rapidly from conceptual design to fully functional over-the-air testing. This significantly reduces development time and eliminates the need to design and validate individual patch elements before system-level evaluation.
Typical Applications Include:
X-band radar systems
Point-to-point and tactical communication links
SATCOM terminals
Beamforming and MIMO research platforms
Defense and aerospace phased array development
The XPA Series Development Panels offer a streamlined path to validating beam steering algorithms, RF chain performance, calibration strategies, and system-level integration—enabling faster iteration and reduced program risk in advanced array antenna development.
| Model | Connector | Frequency | Gain | Size | VSWR | Polarization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XPA-00000-LP-0000 | SMP, MCX, MMCX | 8 - 12 GHz | N/A | N/A | 2.0:1 | Linear (V or H) |
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