FW.24.SMA.M

Meteor Part No: FW.24.SMA.M Description: Meteor 2.4GHz Flexible Whip Monopole Antenna Features: External 2.4GHz Monopole Antenna Rugged Design for Outdoor Use Over 70% Efficiency* Over 4dBi Peak Gain* Robust Inner Steel Core Antenna height 316mm SMA(M) Straight Connector IP65 dust and water-resistant *Tested on 30*30cm Ground Plane RoHS Compliant SPE-17-8-003/C/AW 1. Introduction 3 2. Specifications 4 3. Antenna Characteristics 5 4. Radiation Patterns 8 5. Mechanical Drawing 11 6. Packaging 12 Changelog 13 Taoglas makes no warranties based on the accuracy or completeness of the contents of this document and reserves the right to make changes to specifications and product descriptions at any time without notice. Taoglas reserves all rights to this document and the information contained herein. Reproduction, use or disclosure to third parties without express permission is strictly prohibited. SPE-17-8-003/C/AW www.taoglas.com 2 1. Introduction 1. Introduction 1. Introduction 1. Introduction 1. 1. 1. 1. Introduction The FW.24 is a flexible 2.4GHz whip antenna with a SMA(M) connector for outdoor use. It features excellent efficiency (>75%) and high peak gain (>4 dBi) between 2400-2500MHz on a 30*30cm ground plane. The antenna was specifically developed for applications such as weather monitoring systems, motion/vibration sensors, pollution monitoring, and border guard monitoring systems. Introduction The FW.24 works in the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/ISM band with high efficiency, meaning that it allows your radio to consume less power than with a lower efficiency antenna when transferring data. The antenna performs at its best while attached to a ground plane with dimensions of at least 30*30cm. Introduction The whip is made of a flexible inner steel core covered by PE so it is extremely resistant to abrasion and maintains its original shape and RF performance. This rugged design and IP65 rating has been tested by customers to withstand environmental stress and moderate physical shock in the field. Introduction The FW.24.SMA.M 2.4GHz antenna provides a simple solution to any outdoor devices where the FW.24 antenna’s rugged design and high efficiency can provide the best value to the application. For example, a module manufacturer may state that the antenna must have less than 2dBi peak gain, but you don’t need to select an embedded antenna that has a peak gain of less than 2dBi in free-space. This will give you a less optimized solution. It is better to go for a slightly higher free-space peak gain of 3dBi or more if available. Once that antenna gets integrated into your device, performance will degrade below this 2dBi peak gain due to the effects of GND plane, surrounding components, and device housing. If you want to be absolutely sure, contact Taoglas and we will test. Choosing a Taoglas antenna with a higher peak gain than what is specified by the module manufacturer and enlisting our help will ensure you are getting the best performance possible without exceeding the peak gain limits. Other connector options are available or custom versions can be made subject to NRE and MOQ. Contact your regional Taoglas office for details. SPE-17-8-003/C/AW www.taoglas.com 3 2. Specifications 3. Antenna Characteristics2. 3. 4. 4. 2400~2500MHz In free space On 30x30cm ground 64.5% 79.3% 4.26dBi 4.48dBi Return loss < -6dB < -10dB VSWR ≤ 3:1 ≤ 2:1 Efficiency Antenna Characteristics Peak Gain Antenna Radiation Patterns3.Antenna Impedance Polarization 3. Specifications Frequency Characteristics2. Radiation Pattern 3. 2.4GHz Wi -Fi 50Ω Linear Specifications Omni-Directional Input Power 2W Total Power 10 W Antenna Characteristics2. Specifications Mechanical Dimensions Height 307 ± 6 mm Base Diameter 16 ± 0.8 mm Whip Diameter Antenna Characteristics 6.2 ± 0.6 mm Casing ABS Connector SMA Male Straight Weight 46.6 g Antenna Radiation Patterns3.Antenna Dust and Water Resistance Characteristics IP65 Environmental Temperature Range -40°C to 85°C Humidity Non-condensing 65°C 95% RH 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns3.Antenna Characteristics 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns3.Antenna Characteristics2. SPE-17-8-003/C/AW Specifications www.taoglas.com 4 3. Antenna Characteristics 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns3.Antenna 3.1 Return Loss Characteristics 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns3.Antenna Characteristics 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns3.Antenna Characteristics 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns3.Antenna Characteristics 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns3.Antenna SPE-17-8-003/C/AW www.taoglas.com 5 3.2 Efficiency SPE-17-8-003/C/AW www.taoglas.com 6 3.3 Peak Gain SPE-17-8-003/C/AW www.taoglas.com 7 4. Radiation Patterns 4. 4. 4. 4.1 Antenna Radiation Patterns Test Setup Antenna Radiation Patterns Y 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns X 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns 4. Antenna Radiation PatternsFree space 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns Z Y X 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns Z On 30x30 cm ground plane SPE-17-8-003/C/AW www.taoglas.com 8 4.2 3D and 2D Radiation Patterns 3-D Radiation Pattern in free space @2450MHz XY Plane SPE-17-8-003/C/AW XZ Plane YZ Plane www.taoglas.com 9 3-D Radiation Pattern on 30cm*30cm Ground Plane @2450MHz XY Plane SPE-17-8-003/C/AW XZ Plane YZ Plane www.taoglas.com 10 5. Mechanical Drawing (Units: mm) 6. Packaging5. 6. Packaging 7. Application Note6. Packaging5. Mechanical Drawing Mechanical Drawing 6. Packaging5. Mechanical Drawing 6. Packaging 7. Application Note6. Packaging 7. Application Note 7. Application Note6. Packaging 7. Application Note6. Packaging5. Mechanical Drawing 8. 6. Packaging Packaging5. SPE-17-8-003/C/AW Mechanical Drawing www.taoglas.com 11 6. Packaging 6. Packaging5. 6. 7. Mechanical Drawing 1pcs FW.24.SMA.M per PE Bag Bag Dimensions - 420*50mm Weight - 41g Packaging Application Note6. Packaging5. Mechanical Drawing 50pcs FW.24.SMA.M per Large PE Bag Bag Dimensions - 520*370mm Weight - 2.2Kg 6. Packaging5. 6. Packaging 7. Mechanical Drawing 200pcs FW.24.SMA.M per Carton Carton Dimensions - 360*310*150mm Weight - 8.4Kg Application Note6. Packaging 7. Application Note 7. Application Note6. Packaging 7. Pallet Dimensions: 1200*1000*1480mm 72 Cartons Per Pallet 9 Cartons Per Layer 8 Layers Application Note6. Packaging5. Mechanical Drawing 6. Packaging5. SPE-17-8-003/C/AW Mechanical Drawing www.taoglas.com 12 Changelog for the datasheet SPE-17-8-003 - FW.24.SMA.M Revision: C Date: Changes: Changes Made by: 2019-08-16 Updated to new format Dan Cantwell Previous Revisions Revision: B (Current Version) Date: Changes: Changes Made by: 2017-10-19 Changed IP Rating to IP65 Carol Faughnan Revision: A (Original First Release) Date: Notes: 2017-06-01 Author: Andrew Wei SPE-17-8-003/C/AW www.taoglas.com 13 www.taoglas.com SPE-17-8-003/C/AW © Taoglas www.taoglas.com 14