FW.24.NTY.M

Meteor Part No: FW.24.NTY.M Description: Meteor-2.4GHz Flexible Whip Monopole Antenna N Type(M) Straight Features: External 2.4GHz Monopole Antenna Designed for Outdoor Use Omni-directional Over 70% Efficiency* Over 4dBi peak gain* Robust Inner Steel Core Antenna height 316mm N Type(M) Straight Connector IP65 dust and water-resistant *Tested on 30cm*30cm Ground Plane RoHS Compliant SPE-15-8-033/C/AW 1. Introduction 3 2. Specifications 5 3. Antenna Characteristics 6 4. Radiation Patterns 9 5. Mechanical Drawing 12 6. Packaging 13 Changelog 14 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-15-8-033/C/AW www.taoglas.com 2 1. Introduction 1. Introduction 1. Introduction 1. Introduction 1. The FW.24 is a flexible 2.4GHz omni-directional whip antenna with an N type (M) connector for outdoor use. It features excellent efficiency (>75%) and high peak gain (>4 dBi) between 2400-2500MHz on a 30x30 cm ground plane. 1. The antenna was specifically developed for applications in outdoor monitoring systems, such as weather monitoring, motion/vibration sensors, and pollutants monitoring. 1. 1. Introduction Introduction The FW.24 works in the 2.4GHz Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/ISM band. It has excellent omni-directional radiation properties providing a wide coverage area in the azimuth. Its high efficiency means that it allows your radio to consume less power than with a lower efficiency antenna when transferring data, while also achieving better sensitivity of reception. The antenna performs at its best while attached to a ground plane with dimensions of at least 30x30 cm, though it can be used even without ground-plane. Introduction Introduction The whip is made of a flexible inner steel core covered by PE so it is extremely resistant to abrasion and springs back to its original shape if bent. The rugged design and its housing’s IP65 rating ensure it can withstand bad weather, environmental stress and physical shock in the field. Many module manufacturers specify peak gain limits for any antennas that are to be connected to that module. Those peak gain limits are based on free-space conditions. In practice, the peak gain of an antenna tested in free-space can degrade by at least 1 or 2dBi when put inside a device. So ideally you should go for a slightly higher peak gain antenna than mentioned on the module specification to compensate for this effect, giving you better performance. Upon testing of any of our antennas with your device and a selection of appropriate layout, integration technique, or cable, Taoglas can make sure any of our antennas’ peak gain will be below the peak gain limits. Taoglas can then issue a specification and/or report for the selected antenna in your device that will clearly show it complying with the peak gain limits, so you can be assured you are meeting regulatory requirements for that module. SPE-15-8-033/C/AW www.taoglas.com 3 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-15-8-033/C/AW www.taoglas.com 4 2. Specifications 3. Antenna Characteristics2. 3. 4. 4. 2400~2500MHz In free space On 30x30cm ground 64. % 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 50Ω Linear Specifications Omni-Directional Input Power 2W Total Power 10 W Antenna Characteristics2. Specifications Mechanical Dimensions Height 316 ± 9 mm Base Diameter 20 ± 0.5 mm Whip Diameter Antenna Characteristics 6.2 ± 0.6 mm Casing ABS & PE Connector N type Male Straight Weight 46.6 g Antenna Radiation Patterns3.AntennaIP65 (housing only) Dust and Water Resistance Characteristics 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-15-8-033/C/AW Specifications www.taoglas.com 5 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-15-8-033/C/AW www.taoglas.com 6 3.2 Efficiency SPE-15-8-033/C/AW www.taoglas.com 7 3.3 Peak Gain SPE-15-8-033/C/AW www.taoglas.com 8 4. Radiation Patterns 4. 4. 4. 4. 4.1 Antenna Radiation Patterns Test Setup Antenna Radiation Patterns Antenna Radiation Patterns Y X 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns 4. Antenna Radiation PatternsFree space 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns 4. Antenna Radiation Patterns Z On 30x30 cm ground plane SPE-15-8-033/C/AW www.taoglas.com 9 4.2 3D and 2D Radiation Patterns 3-D Radiation Pattern in free space @2450MHz XY Plane XZ Plane YZ Plane X Z Z Y SPE-15-8-033/C/AW X Y www.taoglas.com 10 3-D Radiation Pattern on 30cm*30cm Ground Plane @2450MHz XY Plane XZ Plane YZ Plane X Z Z Y SPE-15-8-033/C/AW X Y www.taoglas.com 11 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-15-8-033/C/AW Mechanical Drawing www.taoglas.com 12 6. Packaging 6. 1pcs FW.24.NTY.M Packaging5. per PE Bag Mechanical Drawing Bag Dimensions - 380*50mm Weight - 50g 6. Packaging 7. 50 PEApplication Note6. Packaging5. Bags per Large PE Bag Mechanical Bag Dimensions - 460*380mm Weight - 2.5Kg Drawing 6. Packaging5. 6. Packaging 7. Mechanical Drawing 4 Large PE Bags per Carton Carton Dimensions - 400*300*250mm Weight - 10.5Kg Application Note6. Packaging 7. Application Note 7. Application Note6. Packaging 7. Pallet Dimensions: 1100*1200*1500mm 60 Cartons Per Pallet 12 Cartons Per Layer 5 Layers Application Note6. Packaging5. Mechanical Drawing 6. Packaging5. SPE-15-8-033/C/AW Mechanical Drawing www.taoglas.com 13 Changelog for the datasheet SPE-15-8-033 - FW.24.NTY.M Revision: C (Current Version) Date: Changes: Changes Made by: 2019-08-12 New design David Connolly Previous Revisions Revision: B Date: Changes: Changes Made by: 2015-08-24 Added note on Gain Aine Doyle Revision: A (Original First Release) Date: Notes: 2015-06-11 Author: Wayne Yang SPE-15-8-033/C/AW www.taoglas.com 14 www.taoglas.com SPE-15-8-033/C/AW © Taoglas www.taoglas.com 15