HC871

When precision matters.®

HC871 Dual-Band Helical Antenna
Frequency Coverage:

L1/L2/G1/G2/E1/B1

Overview
The lightweight HC871 helical antenna is designed and crafted for
precision positioning and covers the GPS/QZSS-L1/L2, GLONASS-G1/G2,
Galileo-E1, and BeiDou-B1 frequency bands.
Weighing only 29 g, the lightweight HC871 features a precision-tuned helix
element that provides excellent axial ratios and operates without therequirement of a ground plane, making it ideal for a wide variety ofapplications, including unmanned aerial vehicles(UAVs).
The HC871 features an industry-leading low current, low noise amplifier(LNA) that includes an integrated low-loss pre-filter to protect against
harmonic interference from high amplitude interfering signals, such as
700 MHz band LTE and other near in-band cellular signals.
The HC871 is protected by a robust, military-grade plastic enclosure withan integrated SMA connector for screw-on mounting that securely seals
the unit with an O-ring, complying with IP67 standards. The enclosure
also provides two threaded holes in the base for secure attachment of theunit.

ApplicationsFeaturesBenefits• Autonomous unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)• Precision GNSS positioning• Precision land survey positioning• Mission-critical GNSS timing• Safety & security• Network timing & synchronization• Very low noise preamp: 2.0 dB typ.
• Axial ratio: : ≤ 0.5 dB at zenith• LNA gain: 28 dB typ.
• Low current: 15 mA typ.
• ESD circuit protection: 15 kV• Invariant performance from: 2.2 to 16 VDC• IP67, REACH, and RoHS compliant• Extremely lightweight (29 g)• Ideal for L1/L2 RTK surveying systems• Great multipath rejection• Increased system accuracy• Excellent signal-to-noise ratio

About Tallysman: With global headquarters and manufacturing in Ottawa, Canada, Tallysman is a leading manufacturer of highprecision antennas and components for Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) applications. Tallysman’s mission is to support
the needs of a new generation of positioning systems by delivering unprecedented antenna precision at competitive prices. Learn
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HC871 Dual-Band Helical AntennaFrequency Coverage:

L1/L2/G1/G2/E1/B1Antenna

Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) - Measured at 3V and 25°C

Technology

Dual Frequency, RHCP Quadrifilar Helix
Frequency Bandwith
Gain

Axial Ratio

dBic typ. at ZenithdB at Zenith

L1

1.6

≤ 0.5

L21.7

≤ 0.5

GNSS

GPS / QZSS

L5-

-

G1

1.2

≤ 0.5

G2

1.7

≤ 0.5

G3-

-

E1

1.6

≤ 0.5

E5A

--

E5B

-E61559 - 1606 MHz

Out of Band Rejection

1215 - 1254 MHz

Upper BandLower Band

< 1400 MHz > 48 dB< 1500 MHz > 39 dB> 1625 MHz > 38 dB> 1700 MHz > 57 dB< 1100 MHz > 46 dB< 1190 MHz > 40 dB

Architecture

pre-filter → LNAGain

28 dB typ. | 26 dB min.

Noise Figure

2.0 dB typ.

VSWR

< 1.5:1 typ. | 1.8:1 max.

-

Supply Voltage Range

2.2 to 12 VDC--

Supply Current

15 mA typ.

B1

1.6

≤ 0.5

ESD Circuit Protection

15 kV air discharge

B2--

P 1dB Output

10 dBmB2a--Group Delay

15 ns @ L1 | 10ns @ L2

B3--

IRNSS / NavIC

L5-

-

QZSS

L6----

Iridium--Globalstar--

Efficiency-GLONASS

Galileo

BeiDouL-Band Services (1525 MHz - 1559 MHZ)

Mechanical Diagram

Satellite Communications

OtherAxial Ratio at 10°-PC Variation-Mechanicals
33.3 mm (dia.) x 63.2 mm (h.)
SizeWeight (including O-Ring) 29 g
Available connectors

SMA

RadomeRadome and base: EXL9330

Mount

2 M2.5 screws

Environmental
Operating Temperature-40 °C to +85 °C

Storage Temperature-50 °C to +95 °C

Vibration

MIL STD 810D - 2 hr per axis (X,Y,Z)

Shock-Salt Fog-Ordering Information

IP Rating

IP67 (housing)Part Number

Compliance

IPC-A-610, FCC, RED / CE Mark, RoHS, REACH

33-HC871

Warranty:
Parts and Labour

One year (extended warranty available)

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