The EMCO 3160-01 is a pyramidal standard gain horn antenna engineered for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing and measurement across the L-band. Operating from 0.96 GHz to 1.46 GHz, this antenna delivers consistent gain and pattern characteristics for accurate RF measurements in both radiated emissions and immunity testing environments. It meets ANSI C63.4 requirements as a reference standard above 1 GHz.
## Technical Specifications
• **Frequency Range:** 0.96 GHz to 1.46 GHz
• **Polarization:** Linear
• **Gain:** 16.5 dBi (measured vs. computed gain within ±0.5 dB)
• **Antenna Factor:** 15.4 dB (1/m) — constant across operating frequency range
• **Half-Power Beamwidth:** 42° (E-plane: 26°, H-plane: 27°)
• **VSWR:** <1.6:1 across recommended operating band
• **Maximum Continuous Power:** 550 W
• **Connector:** Female Type N (50 Ω input, 377 Ω output impedance)
• **Dimensions:** 93.3 cm length
• **Weight:** 11.8 kg
• **Construction:** Aluminum and fiberglass
## Key Features
• Directional pattern with wide, equal beamwidth in horizontal and vertical planes
• Low VSWR performance via double-ridged waveguide design
• High power handling rated to 550 W continuous
• Pre-assembled coax-to-waveguide adapter with optimized low-loss performance
• Standard 1/4–20 mounting provision; includes horizontal and vertical polarization brackets
• Lightweight, corrosion-resistant construction for field durability
## Typical Applications
• Radiated emissions testing
• Immunity testing
• RF field strength measurement and characterization
• EMC laboratory standards and reference measurements
## Compatibility & Integration
Female Type N connector enables integration with standard RF test systems. Mounting brackets support both horizontal and vertical polarization configurations. Not recommended for mounting to 4-TR tripod systems.
