TMYTEK XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 – now available at bq-microwave
bq-microwave adds the XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 from TMYTEK as the fourth model to the proven XRifle Dynamic RIS family. The FR3 variant is a Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface (RIS) purpose-built for the 6G FR3 upper mid-band 7.125–8.4 GHz – programmable, standards-ready and scalable.
What the FR3 variant brings
The XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 runs on the same proven controller and software platform as the existing RIS models 3G5, 4G7 and 28G – there is no new control infrastructure to build or learn. What is new is the array itself: a 16x16 PIN-diode array with 256 elements, designed for the FR3 upper mid-band currently in focus for 6G standardization.
Key specifications
- Frequency: 7.125–8.4 GHz (6G FR3 upper mid-band)
- Array: 16x16 = 256 elements, PIN diode
- Phase control: 1-bit (0° / 180°)
- Polarization: Linear
- RCS gain: 45–50 dB @ 7.7 GHz
- 3 dB beamwidth: 6–13 ° @ 7.7 GHz
- Beam switching: sub-10 µs
- Incidence / reflection: +/- 60 ° (3D steering)
- Min. distance to Tx: >65 cm
- Element pitch: approx. 17.5 mm (Lambda/2 @ 8.4 GHz)
- Array dimensions: 280x280 mm
- Module dimensions: 279x279x50 mm, 2 kg, VESA 100x100
Controller (integrated)
- Control interface: 10/100 Mbps Ethernet or SPI
- Pattern switching time: 5 ms (Ethernet)
- Power consumption: 11 W
- Supply voltage: 12 VDC
- Controller dimensions: 334x215x55 mm, 2 kg, VESA 100x100
Software – familiar stack, zero learning curve
The FR3 variant µses exactly the same software stack as the existing XRifle Dynamic RIS models: TMXLAB Kit GUI for point-and-click control of reflection pattern and beam angle without code, and the TLKCore Python API for scripted, repeatable test automation. Teams already working with TMYTEK tools can start immediately.
Scaling and tiling
Like the other XRifle RIS models, the FR3 is scalable: up to four RIS modules can be driven by a single controller. The Lambda/4 bezel design enables Lambda/2 tiling without grating lobes – allowing larger controlled-reflection surfaces as needed for 6G research in multi-user and multi-path scenarios.
Typical applications
- 6G FR3 OTA channel sounding and propagation measurement
- RIS beamforming validation for 3GPP R18 / IMT-2030 standardization
- ISAC prototype research (Integrated Sensing and Communication)
- 6G lab research: coverage extension, multi-user MIMO, spatial multiplexing
- NLOS research: controlled Non-Line-of-Sight scenarios
Overview: XRifle Dynamic RIS family
With the FR3, the XRifle Dynamic RIS family now comprises four models:
- 3G5: 3.35–3.6 GHz (Sub-6 GHz FR1)
- 4G7: 4.2–5.2 GHz (Sub-6 GHz FR1)
- 28G: 26–30 GHz (mmWave FR2)
- FR3: 7.125–8.4 GHz (6G FR3 upper mid-band) – NEW
All four run on the same controller and software, including heterogeneous combinations.
Availability at bq-microwave
bq-microwave is a distributor for TMYTEK in Europa. The XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 as well as the 3G5, 4G7 and 28G models are available at short notice. For quotations, datasheets and technical advice contact µs at info@bq-microwave.de or +49 151 252 901 28.