Ku Band Feed Horns

Ku-band feed horns typically operate across 10.7-14.5 GHz, covering both receive and transmit sub-bands. Micro-Ant designs custom feed assemblies that can be tailored to specific Ku-band segments or combined with other bands such as Ka and X for multi-band terminal applications.

Yes. Feed horns can be engineered with ortho-circular or linear polarization, switchable or simultaneous, using custom OMTs and polarizers. This allows integrators to match polarization requirements for specific satellite operators, including stringent axial ratio specifications below 1dB.

Feed horns are typically machined from precision aluminum or waveguide-grade alloys with corrosion-resistant plating for maritime and airborne environments. Material selection balances weight, RF performance, and durability to meet MIL-STD-810 environmental requirements for rugged field deployment.

Custom feed horns can be designed to integrate with reflectors ranging from 8 inches to 2 meters in aperture, including backfire configurations. Compatibility depends on focal length, f/D ratio, and mounting interface, all of which Micro-Ant's engineering team evaluates during custom design.

Feed horns are validated against AS9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 quality systems, with RF performance tested in-house across 750 MHz to 40 GHz. Products can also be certified to meet satellite operator requirements including Intelsat, Eutelsat, and Inmarsat pattern mask specifications.

Ku band feed horns are widely used in SATCOM, defense and electronic warfare, aviation, maritime, and government/intelligence applications where reliable, high-gain signal transmission and reception through parabolic antennas is mission-critical.