SRFC025-200

Avia 3G FPC Antenna Part No. SRFC025 1. flexiiANT ® Product Specification Features       2. Antenna for 3G applications including MIMO systems. GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900, WCDMA2100 1.13mm diameter RF cable with IPEX MHF connector Self-adhesive mounted Quick and simple integration minimizes design cycle Available in 3 standard cable lengths Description Avia is intended for use with 3G applications. This product specification shows the performance of the antenna to cover a typical penta-band reception: GSM850/900/1800/1900 and WCDMA. 3. Applications       Smart meters Femto / Pico base stations Tracker devices Remote monitoring Machine to Machine POS (Point of Sale) terminals Antennas for Wireless M2M Applications Product Specification PS SRFC025-1.0 Page 1 Avia Part No. SRFC025 4. Part Number Avia: SRFC025 5. General Data Product name Avia GSM antenna Part Number SRFC025 Frequency 824-960MHz; 1710-2170MHz Polarization Linear Operating temperature -40°C to 85°C Impedance with matching 50 Ω Weight < 0.5 g Antenna type FPC Self-adhesive 3M 468P Dimensions (Antenna) 71.0 x 12.5 x 0.15 (mm) Connection IPEX 6. RF Characteristics 824 – 960 MHz 1710 – 1990 MHz 2110 – 2170 MHz Peak gain 4.07dBi 5.44dBi 3.9dBi Average gain -3.31dBi -1.1dBi -1.74dBi Average efficiency >45% >70% >65% Maximum return loss -6.6dB -8.7dB -17dB Maximum VSWR 2.80:1 2.20:1 1.30:1 All data measured in a loaded condition adhered to a plastic carrier free space. Antennas for Wireless M2M Applications Product Specification PS SRFC025-1.0 Page 2 Avia Part No. SRFC025 7. RF Performance 7.1 Return Loss 5 [dB] Atyune 0 -5 1 3 -10 2 -15 5 4 -20 6 -25 -30 [MHz] -35 800 900 1000 1100 MARKERS: MHz dB RD8025-MP.S1P - S11 1200 MHz 1: 824 -6.60 2: 960 -14.39 1300 dB 3: 1710 -8.73 4: 1990 -19.67 1400 1500 MHz 1600 1700 1800 1900 2000 2100 2200 dB 5: 2110 -17.77 6: 2170 -22.02 7.2 VSWR 10 [] Atyune 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 1 3 2 2 1 800 4 5 6 [MHz] 900 1000 1100 MARKERS: MHz RD8025-MP.S1P - S11 1: 824 2: 960 2.76 1.47 1200 1300 MHz 3: 1710 4: 1990 1400 1500 1600 1700 1800 1900 2000 2100 2200 MHz 2.16 1.23 5: 2110 6: 2170 1.30 1.17 Antennas for Wireless M2M Applications Product Specification PS SRFC025-1.0 Page 3 Avia Part No. SRFC025 7.3 Antenna patterns 7.3.1 824 MHz – 960 MHz 3D pattern at 890 MHz Drag to rotate pattern and PCB by using Adobe Reader (Click to Activate) Antennas for Wireless M2M Applications Product Specification PS SRFC025-1.0 Page 4 Avia Part No. SRFC025 7.3.2 1710 MHz – 2170 MHz 3D pattern at 1950 MHz Drag to rotate pattern and PCB by using Adobe Reader (Click to Activate) Antennas for Wireless M2M Applications Product Specification PS SRFC025-1.0 Page 5 Avia Part No. SRFC025 8. Antenna Dimensions 8.1 Dimensions FPC section L W T Length Width Thickness 71.0 ±0.2 (mm) 12.5 ±0.2 (mm) 0.15 (mm) nominal All dimensions in mm 8.2 Dimensions assembled SRFC025-100 SRFC025-150 SRFC025-200 L L L 160 ±2.0 (mm) 210 ±2.0 (mm) 260 ±2.0 (mm) Antennas for Wireless M2M Applications Product Specification PS SRFC025-1.0 Page 6 Avia Part No. SRFC025 8.3 IPEX Connector I-PEX Front Material Copper Alloy Plating Ag Side Back 5.0 3.0 All dimensions in mm 8.4 Assembly I-PEX Connector 1.13mm ø Cable FPC Antennas for Wireless M2M Applications Product Specification PS SRFC025-1.0 Page 7 Avia Part No. SRFC025 9. Electrical Interface 9.1 Host Interface The host PCB requires the mating connector which is IPEX MHF (UFL) receptacle. The location should be close to the chip/modules pin for the RF. Any feed from this receptacle should be maintained at 50Ω impedance. 9.2 Transmission Line All transmission lines should be designed to have a characteristic impedance of 50Ω. • The length of the transmission lines should be kept to a minimum • Any other parts of the RF system like transceivers, power amplifiers, etc, should also be designed to have an impedance of 50 Ω Once the material for the PCB has been chosen (PCB thickness and dielectric constant), a coplanar transmission line can easily be designed using any of the commercial software packages for transmission line design. For the chosen PCB thickness, copper thickness and substrate dielectric constant, the program will calculate the appropriate transmission line width and gaps on either side of the feed. A DC blocking capacitor should be placed in line to protect the RF front end. 10. Mechanical Fixing The antenna uses 3M 468MP adhesive on the reverse side of the FPC. The antenna has an easy access split line to peel off to reveal the adhesive side. It is designed for a one time fix to a clean smooth surface. FPC back side Split line for easy peel Antennas for Wireless M2M Applications Product Specification PS SRFC025-1.0 Page 8 Avia Part No. SRFC025 10.0 Antenna Integration Guide 10.1 Placement For placing the FPC antenna within a device, the host PCB size is not a factor like with PCB mounted antennas. However placement still needs to follow some basic rules, as any antenna is sensitive to its environment. Using six spatial directions shown below as a guide. The antenna FPC section should try to maintain a minimum of three directions free from obstructions to be able to operate effectively. The other directions will have obstacles in their paths, these directions still require a minimum clearance. These minimum clearances are further defined in this section. The plastic case is not included in this, only metal objects/components that will obstruct or come in close proximity to the antenna. Six spatial directions relative to FPC Antennas for Wireless M2M Applications Product Specification PS SRFC025-1.0 Page 9 Avia Part No. SRFC025 10.2 Orientation of FPC The orientation of the FPC with respect to the host PCB should be defined depending on the unit. The proximity of the GND will have an influence on the antenna so the PCB location relative to the antenna should be considered. The FPC will normally be placed in one of the three following options for orientation. In each option a distance (d) is the critical dimension to consider. Below shows the minimum value of (d) for each. Other obstructions may increase this dimension. 1) Vertical mounted FPC Cable +Connector d ≥ 2mm PCB 1) Co-planar to PCB d ≥ 15mm 2) Planar to PCB (Same plane) d ≥ 2mm 10.3 Host PCB size The host PCB size has a large effect on the performance. It is recommended for the host PCB to be >1600mm². Any PCB which is smaller is advised to use Antenova SRFC011 as a suitable cellular FPC. Antennas for Wireless M2M Applications Product Specification PS SRFC025-1.0 Page 10 Avia Part No. SRFC025 10.4 Device Integration example An example of integration within a Telematics device. The FPC is shown adhered to the inside of the device’s plastic housing. The cable routing is along the edge of the PCB so as not to interfere with any other component. The length of the cable is sufficient to allow ease of assembly when produced (SRFC025-100). The FPC is kept at maximised distance away from the PCB. Antenna fitted in the corner location to enhance performance. Placement on the plastic case is furthest away from the PCBs. Antennas for Wireless M2M Applications Product Specification PS SRFC025-1.0 Page 11 Avia Part No. SRFC025 11. Hazardous Material Regulation Conformance The antenna has been tested to conform to RoHS requirements. A certificate of conformance is available from Antenova M2M’s website. 12. Packaging The antennas are stored in individual plastic (PE) bags. Then stored within a second bag of 10pcs. Single antenna per bag 10 units per second bag (Labelled) 12.1 Optimal Storage Conditions Temperature -10ºC to 40ºC Humidity Less than 75% RH Shelf life 18 Months Storage place Away from corrosive gas and direct sunlight Antennas should be stored in unopened sealed manufacturer’s plastic packaging. Packaging Antennas for Wireless M2M Applications Product Specification PS SRFC025-1.0 Page 12 Avia Part No. SRFC025 12.2 Label Information Antenova Limited Antenova Asia Ltd 4F, No 324, Sec 1, Nei-Hu Road Nei-Hu District, Taipei 11493, Taiwan, ROC 60.00mm info@antenova-m2m.com / www.antenova-m2m.com Description: Avia Part number: SRFC025 Quantity: 10 Date Code: YYWW Manufacturer’s code number: flexiiANT ® 90.00m m Antennas for Wireless M2M Applications Product Specification PS SRFC025-1.0 Page 13 Avia Part No. SRFC025 www.antenova-m2m.com Corporate Headquarters North America Headquarters Asia Headquarters Antenova Limited nd 2 Floor Titan Court 3 Bishop Square Hatfield AL10 9NA UK Antenova Limited 100 Brush Creek Road, Suite 103 Santa Rosa California 95404 USA Antenova Asia Limited 4F, No. 324, Sec. 1, Nei-Hu Road Nei-Hu District Taipei 11493 Taiwan, ROC Tel: +1 707 890 5202 Email: sales@antenova-m2m.com Tel: +886 (0) 2 8797 8630 Fax: +886 (0) 2 8797 6890 Email: sales@antenova-m2m.com Tel: +44 1223 810600 Email: sales@antenova-m2m.com Copyright® Antenova Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Antenova ®, Antenova M2M ®, gigaNOVA ® and the Antenova product family names and the Antenova and Antenova M2M logos are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Antenova Ltd. Any other names and/or trademarks belong to their respective companies. The materials provided herein are believed to be reliable and correct at the time of printing. Antenova does not warrant the accuracy or completeness of the information, text, graphics or other items contained within this information. Antenova further assumes no responsibility for the use of this information, and all such information shall be entirely at the user’s risk. Antennas for Wireless M2M Applications Product Specification PS SRFC025-1.0 Release date March 2016 Page 14