Inbuilding PIM-optimized ceiling mount antenna covers 700 MHz -6 GHz

The new OLTE7027S-I antenna from PCTEL is a PIM (passive-intermodulation) optimized ceiling mount omni antenna covering a frequency range from 698-6 GHz. Housed in an aesthetic radome, this antenna is ideal for cellular 3G/4G in-building DAS (distributed antenna systems) applications, public safety networks, WiFi hotspots and more.

OLTE7027S-I Ceiling mount antenna

With gain figures as follows:

698-850 MHz - 1.5 dBi
850-960 MHz - 2 dBi
1710-2170 MHz - 4 dBi
2300-2700 MHz - 5 dBi
3400-3700 MHz - 5 dBi
4900-6000 MHz - 6 dBi

the OLTE7027S-I offers unrivalled performance in a small package.

For more information on this antenna, please contact us or visit the product page on the SAS website. We will be stocking this antenna very shortly.

What is the difference betweeen SMA and RP-SMA or reverse SMA? A summary.

We get asked all the time about SMA and RP-SMA. We often have customers asking for SMA-Female connectors when they really mean RP-SMA. So what is the difference?? Here is a little guide with images to help you out!!

A RP-SMA connector is effectively where the pin on the connector is reversed to the standard SMA connector. Its hard to explain in words rather best shown in pictures:

SMA-Male Plug

The SMA-Male Plug typically has a Hex barrel, is threaded on the inside and a pin.

RP-SMA Plug

The RP-SMA Plug has a Hex barrel, is threaded on the inside and no pin (note - this is not SMA-Female!!).

SMA-Female Jack

The SMA-Female (jack) is threaded on the outside of the barrel and does not have a pin. This mates to the SMA-Plug.

RP-SMA Jack (this is a panel mount version)

The RP-SMA Jack is threaded on the outside of the barrel and has a pin. The RP-SMA plug mates to this.

So now we all should be clear about what SMA and RP-SMA connectors look like!!!!

If you need adapter cables, jumper cables or single piece adapters from SMA to SMA or RP-SMA or any other coaxial connector including U.FL, N-Male, N-Female,  TNC,  RP-TNC, MMCX, CRC9, TS9, MCX etc. please contact us as we have a wide range of solutions and can custom build cables to specification. Please feel free to contact us with any requests sales@ead-ltd.com

New wideband VHF low profile antenna for transportation applications

Specialist Antenna Solutions (SAS) is pleased to introduce a new VLP300 VHF low profile antenna for bus applications.

The VLP300 is a market-leading, proven VHF low profile antenna designed to be mounted on vehicles such as buses, trucks, coaches and vans operating under very severe height restrictions.. Until now, there have been three versions available:  a single band antenna, a field-tunable antenna and a dual band (dual resonance) antenna.

The single band antenna has now been enhanced to become a wideband antenna offering 10 MHz of bandwidth at -10 dB return loss or better. This means that it is effectively widebanded enough to cover the spread of both Rx and Tx bands in many VHF transportation applications.

VLP300 VHF Low Profile Antenna

The VLP300 antenna uses an innovative design to give an omnidirectional pattern with vertical polarisation.
This antenna is wide band and does not need tuning in the field. It is housed in a tough ABS enclosure. The unit is supplied, fully assembled, sealed and ready to be fitted on its intended mounting surface.

The specification is as follows:

Electrical
Frequency Band:   (Mobile) 160 MHz - 210 MHz ( Selected Centre Frequency in the band)
Bandwidth:           ~ Wide Band 10 MHz (See Figure 1)
Gain:                     Unity Gain
Radiation Pattern:  Omnidirectional
Nominal Impedance: 50 Ohm
VSWR:                  2.0:1.0 (~ 10 MHz Bandwidth)
Maximum Input Power: 100 W

RF Interface
Output Connectors: BNC male Connector (Plug)
Feeder Cable:         BWL 195 cable (Low Smoke Zero Halogen)

Mechanical
Size (W x D x H):    460 mm x 460 mm x 60 mm
Weight:                    2.5 Kg
Operating Temperature: -40o C to + 70o C
Weather Proof Sealed Unit

Materials
UV stabilised ABS plastic / Polypropylene (Radome)
Aluminium Base Plate
Colour Finish: White
Mounting Method: Base plate fixing through screws or rivets to
vehicle roof.

For more information, please contact us at Specialist Antennas.

EAD introduces new LTE/4G multiband outdoor omni antenna

The new LCO7270 antenna from EAD is a LTE/4G multiband (also includes 3G, GSM and cellular bands) omni antenna addressing frequencies from 690-2700 MHz in a compact form factor and is designed for continuous outdoor deployment.

Housed in a weatherproof Luran sheath, with a passivated aluminium base, the LCO7270 is groundplane independent therefore it doesn’t need a metal surface to operate effectively.  With gain of 2 dBi across the bands, the radiation pattern is omni-directional making it suitable for both fixed and mobile applications.

LCO7270 LTE/4G Multiband Antenna

Unlike other compact omni antennas that require a groundplane, the LCO7270's ability to mounted in free space, or on non-metal surfaces and enclosures is a tangible advantage. The antenna can be fitted with a number of connectors including N-Female Bulkhead (for stud-mounting, TNC-Female bulkhead (for stud mounting where a smaller mounting hole is required or where there is less real estate inside the enclosure), N-Male, TNC-Male, RP-TNC, SMA and RP-SMA.

There is also an option for a wall-mount version using a stainless steel L-Bracket.

This antenna will be shipping by mid-October. For more information, please contact us.

New 4G/Multiband Marine Antenna

The new UHF4G marine antenna manufactured by SCAN and distributed by Specialist Antennas is now available. Designed for marine applications and designed to mount onto 1" threaded pole, this new antenna offers 4G/3G and GSM access for offshore applications.

UHF4G 4G/Multiband Marine Antenna

With a full omni-directional radiation pattern across 790-960/1710-2170/2500-2690 MHz and offering 3 dB gain, the UHF4G antenna does not require a groundplane (i.e. need mounting on a metal surface) and supplied with a revolving locking nut will mate on pole and deck mounts with the standard 1 inch threaded end. The antenna is approximately 435mm long and is terminated in a N-Female connector.

The antenna can be purchased via the Connex webshop from approximately 22nd September. We will also be offering the antenna bundled with cables and mounts to address specific customer requirements, please contact us for more information.

High Gain 3G marine antenna from new partner SCAN Antenna

Specialist Antenna Solutions is pleased to announce a new partnership with SCAN Antenna of Denmark and is promoting their line of antennas for Marine, Satcom and communications applications. We believe that the SCAN antenna range complements our existing line of antennas especially adding a portfolio of Marine and Satcom antennas where previously we have had small voids in our offering. This helps us achieve our aim of being truly a specialist antenna supplier offering a comprehensive antenna solution for each and every professional antenna application between 100 MHz and 6 GHz.

One particular antenna of already of interest to our customers is a 9 dB 3G Marine Omni, the UHF219 antenna. Covering the 2100 MHz band for 3G, the UHF219 is at truly high gain marine antenna with a heavy duty 18mm diameter glass-fibre tube and chrome plated brass. The antenna is terminated in a N-Female connector.

UHF219 3G High Gain Omni Antenna

The UHF219 is white in colour and measures approx. 840mm in overall length. It is ground plane independent and does not need to mounted on a metal ground plane.

Scan has a full line of Marine antennas from VHF through to WLAN including a GSM/3G 3 dB Marine Omni, a 800/2600 MHz only LTE Omni as well as a range of Marine satcom antennas for Thuraya and Iridium systems including the 65900 deck mount antenna.

The SCAN Antennas catalogue can be found at www.scan-antenna.com. Please contact us with any antenna requirements you may have. 

SMP 4G Mini MIMO Panel now in stock

The SMP-4G Mini MIMO panel antenna is now in stock. It can be purchased via the Connex webshop here.

Designed for dual antenna port equipped routers and access devices, the SMP 4G MIMO panel offers a high gain directional antenna solution for improved signal strength and download speeds.

SMP 4G MIMO PANEL ANTENNA

For more information on this antenna, please contact us.