piPATCH-MAX/FM (Flight Model)
SkyFox Labs s.r.o.
A high-quality, multi-constellation GNSS antenna with low noise, RF filters, high gain, and appropriate radiation pattern, designed for microsatellites operating in direct sunny and plasma environments.
Key figurescomparable across the catalogue
- Mass
- 0.089 kg
- Largest dimension
- 74 mm
- Lead time
- 1.38 months
- TRL
- 9
Normalised to common units so this product can be compared with others in its category. The supplier's own wording is below.
As published by the supplier
- Mass
- 89 grams (excluding mounting screws)
- Dimensions
- 74x74x13 mm
- Power Supply
- 2.7 to 5.5 V (3.3 V nominal @ ~ 20 mA)
- SNR
- 50+ dBc-Hz on ground for close-to-zenith satellites
- Cover Material
- PEEK
- Baseplate Material
- 6061-T6 Aluminum
- Connector
- Female SMA straight RF
- Mounting
- 4x M4 mounting hole flanges
- TRL
- 9
- HS Code
- 8529.10.69
- Lead Time
- 2-6 Weeks + Shipping
- Country of Origin
- Czech Republic
About
The piPATCH-MAX/FM is a Space-Friendly™ Microsatellite GNSS Antenna, specifically designed for microsatellites requiring SatNav equipment onboard. This high-quality antenna features low noise, RF filters, high gain, and an appropriate radiation pattern to capture all available signals from the GNSS constellation, including GPS-L1, GLONASS-G1, GALILEO-E1, and BEIDOU-B1. It is engineered to operate effectively under direct sunny and plasma environments, and includes embedded ESD protection. The module incorporates a mounting bracket made of AL-6061-T6 Aluminum, which acts as a groundplane to naturally equalize the antenna radiation pattern. A PEEK cover provides additional AtOx protection, extending standard CubeSat performance. Simply connect the RF Coaxial cable with DC power from 2.7 to 5.5V to begin receiving signals from the GNSS constellation.
Documentation
- piPATCH-MAX_Datasheet_rev_A_2025.pdf www.skyfoxlabs.com ↗
- Declaration_of_Conformity_-_piPATCH-MAX.pdf www.skyfoxlabs.com ↗
Need the full ICD, test reports or a specific revision? Ask the supplier directly.