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| -# QFHBAL01 - Antenna interface and balun |
| 1 | +# QFHBAL01 - Antenna Interface and Balun |
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| -[Balun](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Balun) for QFH antennas |
| 3 | +The **QFHBAL01** module is an [antenna interface and balun](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Balun) designed for QFH (Quadrifilar Helix) antennas, supporting right-hand (RHCP) and left-hand circular polarizations (LHCP). This module enables efficient impedance matching and balanced transmission in QFH antenna configurations. |
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| -## Mechanical drawing |
| 7 | +## Key Features |
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| 9 | +- **Polarization**: RHCP and LHCP |
| 10 | +- **Frequency Range**: 4.5 - 3000 MHz |
| 11 | +- **Insertion Loss**: 2 dB typical |
| 12 | +- **Amplitude Balance**: ±1 dB |
| 13 | +- **Phase Balance**: ±20° |
| 14 | +- **Power Rating**: 250 mW max RF, 30 mA max DC |
| 15 | +- **Operating Temperature**: -55 °C to +85 °C |
| 16 | +- **Dimensions**: Diameter 32 mm, Height 20 mm |
| 17 | +- **Weight**: 10 g |
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| 19 | +## Transformer Mounting Options |
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| -## Electrical interface |
| 21 | +The **ETC1-1-13** transformer on the QFHBAL01 module can be soldered onto the PCB in two configurations: |
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| 23 | +1. **Galvanic Isolation**: Isolates the antenna from the RF line, enhancing protection for the receiver input but potentially increasing insertion loss slightly. |
| 24 | +2. **Direct Galvanic Connection**: Connects the antenna directly to the RF line without isolation, minimizing insertion loss but offering less protection for the receiver input. |
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| 26 | +These configurations allow customization based on application requirements for input protection and insertion loss. |
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| 28 | +### Balun Polarization and Connection |
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| -| Helices | Feedpoint | Radiation | Polarization | |
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| -| ------------- |:-------------:| ----- | ----- | |
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| -| Left-hand | Standard | Upward | RHCP |
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| -| Right-hand | Anti-standard | Upward | LHCP |
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| -| Left-hand | Anti-standard | Downward | RHCP |
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| -| Right-hand | Standard | Downward | LHCP |
| 32 | +| Helices | Feedpoint | Radiation | Polarization | |
| 33 | +|-------------|----------------|-----------|--------------| |
| 34 | +| Left-hand | Standard | Upward | RHCP | |
| 35 | +| Right-hand | Anti-standard | Upward | LHCP | |
| 36 | +| Left-hand | Anti-standard | Downward | RHCP | |
| 37 | +| Right-hand | Standard | Downward | LHCP | |
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| 39 | +*Source: [QHA Simulation](https://uuki.kapsi.fi/qha_simul.html)* |
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| 41 | +## Schematic and Mechanical Drawing |
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| 43 | +- [Schematic (PDF)](/doc/gen/QFHBAL01-schematic.pdf) |
| 44 | +- [Mechanical Drawing (PDF)](/doc/src/img/dimensions.png) |
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| -[source](https://uuki.kapsi.fi/qha_simul.html) |
| 46 | +### ETC1-1-13 Transformer Specifications |
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| 48 | +The **ETC1-1-13** transformer offers a 1:1 impedance ratio suitable for balanced RF transmission: |
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| -### Main Parameters |
| 50 | +- **Frequency Range**: 4.5 - 3000 MHz |
| 51 | +- **Insertion Loss**: 0.32 dB typical, max 3.5 dB at high frequencies |
| 52 | +- **Amplitude Balance**: ±1 dB |
| 53 | +- **Phase Balance**: ±20° |
| 54 | +- **Power Rating**: 250 mW max |
| 55 | +- **Operating Temperature**: -55°C to +85°C |
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| - * Polarization configurations: RHCP, LHCP |
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| - * Insertion Loss 2 dB |
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| - * Amplitude balance +/- 1 dB |
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| - * Phase Balance +/- 20 degree (°) |
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| - * Maximum RF power 250 mW (+23 dBm) |
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| - * Maximum DC current 30 mA |
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| - * Operating Temperature -55 °C to +85 °C |
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| - * Dimensions: 32mm diameter 20mm height (including RF connector) |
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| - * Weight 10 g |
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