Full-Band GNSS
Tracks GPS/QZSS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, NavIC, SBAS, and L-Band correction services.
HN-HELIX50E Embedded Helix GNSS Antenna
The HN-HELIX50E is a compact and lightweight embedded active helix GNSS antenna supporting full-frequency GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou signals. Designed for high-precision positioning, it is suitable for UAVs, industrial drones, robotic platforms, surveying equipment, and other space- and weight-constrained systems.
Lightweight, Full-Band Embedded Helix GNSS Antenna
The HN-HELIX50E is a high-performance embedded GNSS helix antenna supporting GPS L1/L2/L5, GLONASS L1/L2/L3, Galileo E1/E5a/E5b, and BeiDou B1/B2/B3 signals. Its stable phase-center performance supports reliable satellite tracking and precise positioning in dynamic and challenging environments. With its compact enclosure and a weight of only 8g, the HN-HELIX50E is optimized for UAVs, industrial drones, robotic platforms, precision agriculture, power-line inspection, GIS surveying, and other applications requiring reliable GNSS performance with minimal impact on platform payload.
Key Features
- Comprehensive GNSS support, including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, and L-Band correction services
- Excellent RHCP signal reception and signal-to-noise ratio
- Phase-center offset within ±3 mm and high gain at low elevation angles
- Improved signal filtering and excellent multipath rejection
- Lightweight at only 8 g, compact and easy to integrate.
- GNSS Coverage
- L1 / L2 / L5 + L-Band
- Dimensions
- Ø30*34mm
- Weight
- ≤ 8g
HN-HELIX50E Specifications
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Frequency Bands | GPS L1/L2/L5 GLONASS G1/G2/G3 Galileo E1/E5a/E5b/E6 BDS B1I/B1C/B2a/B2b/B3I QZSS L1/L2/L5/L6 IRNSS L5 SBAS L1/L5 L-band |
| Nominal Impedance | 50Ω |
| Polarization | RHCP |
| Gain RHCP (maximum) | 2.8 dBi |
| Axial Ratio (@zenith) | ≤2dB |
| LNA Gain | 33 ± 2 dB |
| VSWR | ≤2 |
| Noise Figure | ≤1.5 dB |
| Group Delay Ripple | ≤ 5 ns |
| Operation Voltage | 3.3 ~ 12VDC |
| Operation Current | 25mA (Typical) |
| Phase Centre Variation | ±3mm |
| Mechanical | |
| Dimensions | Ø30*34mm |
| Weight | ≤ 8 g |
| Connector | IPEX 1 (Length 100mm) |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | -40℃ ~ +70℃ |
| Storage Temperature | -40℃ ~ +85℃ |
Structure Drawing
Dimensions in millimeters. Undeclared tolerance:±0.3mm
Engineered for precise, resilient GNSS reception
Stable Phase Center
Centimeter phase-center repeatability supports precision positioning and heading stability.
Multipath Rejection
Improved filtering suppresses reflected signals and helps preserve clean GNSS measurements.
Low-Elevation Gain
Strong RHCP reception maintains signal quality when satellites are closer to the horizon.
Rugged IP67 Design
Sealed construction, wide operating temperature range, and 1.5m drop resistance suit field use.
Low-SWaP Integration
Compact size, low weight, and 25mA typical current minimize platform integration impact.
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