A directional RF antenna is selected when the system needs focused coverage, defined beam direction, higher gain, or measurement-oriented RF output. Compared with omnidirectional antennas, directional panel and horn antennas concentrate energy into a specific area, which can be useful for RF testing, EMC work, communication links, UAV-related telemetry, and fixed outdoor installations.
CorelixRF manufactures directional horn and panel antennas covering 400 MHz to 6 GHz. The CRF-DA model range includes panel antennas and horn antennas with 50 ohm RF system matching, VSWR data, radiation pattern references, connector review, mounting confirmation, and amplifier matching support.
Panel Antenna or Horn Antenna?
Panel antennas are typically selected for defined outdoor coverage and fixed installation. They are useful when a project needs wall or pole mounting, a clean installation format, and a known frequency band such as 868-915 MHz, 2400-2500 MHz, 5150-5250 MHz, or 5725-5850 MHz.
Horn antennas are selected when wider directional RF coverage, RF testing, EMC measurement, or laboratory validation is part of the project. They are especially useful when pattern files, VSWR curves, and repeatable directional measurement are important.
Representative CorelixRF Directional Models
CRF-DA-868-915MHz-11dBi is a panel antenna covering 868-915 MHz with 11 dBi gain, 180 degree horizontal / 30 degree vertical beamwidth, VSWR <1.5, 100-150 W power handling, N-K connector, and wall or pole mounting.
CRF-DA-1430-1444MHz-14dBi is a panel antenna covering 1430-1444 MHz with 14 +/- 1 dBi gain, 70 +/- 10 degree horizontal / 20 +/- 5 degree vertical beamwidth, VSWR <=1.8, 200 W power handling, N-Female connector, and pole mount.
CRF-DA-2400-2500MHz-15dBi is a panel antenna covering 2400-2500 MHz with 15 +/- 1 dBi gain, 90 +/- 10 degree horizontal / 20 +/- 5 degree vertical beamwidth, VSWR <=1.5, 200 W power handling, N-Female connector, and pole mount.
CRF-DA-400M2700M-6-12dBi is a horn antenna covering 400-2700 MHz with 6-12 dBi gain, 76 degree H / 99 degree E beamwidth, VSWR <2.0, 100 W power handling, SMA-K connector, and application fit for RF testing, EMC, and directional measurement.
CRF-DA-2000M6000M-13.16-19.07dBi is a horn antenna covering 2000-6000 MHz with 13.16-19.07 dBi gain, 75.44 degree H / 60.18 degree E beamwidth, VSWR <2.0, max 100 W input power, N-J connector, and outdoor / fixed / communication integration fit.
Amplifier Matching Review
Directional antennas should be matched with the RF power amplifier, cable, connector, duty cycle, and installation environment. The correct antenna is not only the one with the right frequency range. It must also handle the amplifier output power, maintain suitable VSWR, fit the mounting environment, and support the required beamwidth.
For RF testing or EMC work, buyers should request VSWR curves, radiation pattern data, gain references, dimensions, connector placement, and mounting details.
FAQ
What frequency range does CorelixRF cover for directional antennas?
The uploaded CRF-DA model set covers 400 MHz to 6 GHz through panel and horn antenna platforms.
When should I choose a panel antenna?
Choose a panel antenna for defined outdoor coverage, fixed installation, wall or pole mounting, and known bands such as 868-915 MHz, 2400-2500 MHz, or 5725-5850 MHz.
When should I choose a horn antenna?
Choose a horn antenna for RF testing, EMC work, wideband directional measurement, and laboratory or fixed integration where pattern data is important.