Key highlights

The SkyFox Labs microPATCH-L1 is a GPS-L1 CubeSat Active Antenna module designed to provide stronger signal for GPS satellites reception in space.

The module can be embedded closer to the conductive parts such as metallic sidewalls or PCB groundplanes on the body of the satellite to extend the existing antenna groundplane. The antenna is suitable for projects requiring strong GPS signal reception with enough margins and ease-to-use MCX signal and power interface.

Product is manufactured in two grades to satisfy both Engineering and Flight requirements. Both grades (/EM, /FM) are electrically identical, however their chemical and mechanical properties allows it to be used in laboratory or space, respectively.

The fully functional Engineering Model is finished by red coating with Remove Before Flight labelling.

OPTIONS

The microPATCH-L1 - Micro Active GPS-L1 Patch Antenna is available as:

microPATCH-L1/FM (Flight Model)

microPATCH-L1/EM (Engineering Model)

microPATCH-L1/OEM (OEM Flight Model)

Applications

Suitable for crowded CubeSat sidewall panels and SmallSats.

Key features

The features of the flight model of the product are as follows,

Up to +50 dBc-Hz SNR Signal close-to-zenith satellites (mounted on chassis)
Groundplane insulated from chassis
Connector MCX-F (both signal + power) straight or right-angle on request
FR-4 space-grade 4-layers PCB
TRL9
SAW filter
Patch epoxy-fixed (Ultra Low Outgassing)
Double-sided Kapton® fix below the patch
60/40 Tin-Lead used (prevent tin whiskers)
2.7 to 5.5V power supply, 3.3 V nominal @ ~20 mA

The features of the engineering model of the product are as follows,

Model intended for satellite development
Up to +50 dBc-Hz SNR Signal close-to-zenith satellites (mounted on chassis)
Groundplane insulated from structure
Connector MCX-F (both Signal + Power) straight or right-angle on request
FR-4 Space-grade 4-layers PCB
SAW filter
Patch epoxy-fixed (Ultra Low Outgassing)
RED Remove Before Flight coating finish
RoHS (for lab/engineering purposes only)
2.7 to 5.5V power supply, 3.3 V nominal @ ~20 mA

Export control

Dual Use Goods: Yes
HS Code: 8529.10.69
Country of origin: Czech Republic

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Last updated: 2026-03-16