Westbase Technology: Antenna Buyers Guide
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Selecting the right antenna for your customer’s application is almost as important as selecting the right cellular router or gateway. This buyer’s guide, has been compiled to help you to understand which antennas work best in which situations.
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Westbase Technology: Antenna Buyers Guide
- 2. 2 Antenna Buyer’s Guide From Westbase Technology Sel ng the right antenna for your customer’s applica n is almost as important as sel ng the right cellular router or gateway. This buyer’s guide, along with our “Cellular Deployment Guide”, has been compiled to help you to understand which antennas work best in which situa ns. The below tables provide a simple comparison of antenna features and design, as well as some use case advice. If you’re s ll unsure which antenna is right for your applica on though, then please feel free to reach out to our sales team for addi onal advice. Ordering your antenna Many of the antennas included in this guide come with cable lengths and connectors which will work with our range of cellular routers and gateways straight out of the box. In order to make some models more flexible in their deployment however, certain antennas will require addi onal cable lengths and / or connectors. You can use the “Standard Cable Length” and “Standard Cable Connector(s) / Termina on(s)” rows to help understand this. When you place your antenna order with Westbase, please check with your account manager whether addi onal cables and / or connectors are required if you’re unsure. More about Westbase Technology Westbase Technology is the leading distributor of 4G LTE and hybrid networking solu ons in the UK and Europe. Represen ng a broad range of cellular and WiFi antennas, we focus on high quality solutions which deliver to customer requirements. We provide our channel partners with technical, sales, marke ng, warehousing and logis cal support across our en re range of products. If you don’t already work with Westbase, then please feel free to contact our sales team for more inform n on: t: +44 (0) 1291 430 567 | e: info@westbaseuk.com | tw: @WestbaseTech
- 3. 3 In-Vehicle Antennas Name 6-in-1 In-Vehicle, Low Profile Combina on Antenna - LGMM[B] & LPMM[B] Ranges Low Profile Combina on Vehicle Antenna (4G LTE, GPS, WiFi) GPSB 'Sharkee' Mul func on Sharkfin Antenna [+ Op onal Whip] SKU WBTLGMMLPMM WBTLGE WBTGPSB[4]-03 Applica on(s) Suitable For External Vehicle: Cellular/WiFi/GPS External Vehicle: Cellular/WiFi/GPS External Vehicle: Cellular/WiFi/GPS Cellular 2 x 4G LTE/3G/2G 1 x 4G LTE/3G/2G 1 x 4G LTE/3G/2G WiFi 2 x WiFi 1 x WiFi 2 x WiFi GPS 1 x GPS 1 x GPS 1 x GPS Frequency Range (MHz) 698-960 1700-2700 2500-2700 4900-6000 1575 698-960 1710-2700 698-960 1710-2170 2500-2700 4600-6000 1575 Gain 2.3dBi (698-960) 5dBi (1700-2700) 2dBi (2400/4900-6000) 2dBi (698-960, 1710-2700) 1dBi (698-960, 1710-2170, 2500-2700) 2dBi (2200-2700, 4600-6000) Cross-Polarised No No No Omni/Direc onal Omni-direc onal Omni-direc onal Omni-direc onal Dimensions (mm) 62 x 176 (h x d) 70 x 115 (h x d) 50 x 120 x 58 (h x l x w) Opera ng Temperature (°C) -30° to +70° -30° to +80° -30° to +80° Material ASA & die cast aluminium, available in black or white ASA Impact resistant UV light stabilised ABS Moun ng Op ons Panel (Magne c mount available on request) Panel Panel Standard Cable Type CS29 (double shielded RG58) RG174 (GPS & WiFi/WiMAX) CS29 (Cell/LTE) RG174 Standard Cable Length 0.3M 0.3M 0.3M Standard Cable Connector(s) / Termina on(s) GPS: FME Female Cellular: SMA Male WiFi: SMA Female GPS: FME Female Cellular: SMA Male WiFi: SMA Female GPS: FME Female Cellular: SMA Male WiFi: SMA Female [Whip: FME Male] Use Case Advice The LGMM/LPMM range delivers the best 'all round' performance where mul ple types of antenna are required. 5-in-1, 4-in-1, 3-in-1 or 2-in-1 versions also available, as well as pre-ki ed op ons which include cables and cable connectors / termina ons built specifically for Westbase cellular gateways and routers. See our website for the full range of op ons. Available as (1) 4G & GPS, (2) 4G, GPS & WiFi or (3) 4G, GPS & Dual WiFi combina ons. Best for vehicle applica ons where a more discreet combina on antenna is needed, although only features SiSo 4G LTE which can compromise quality of signal The Sharkee has mul ple antenna func ons and is ideal if you require a more discreet vehicle antenna. It only has SiSo LTE and WiFi antennas though so can compromise quality of signal.
- 4. 4 In-Vehicle Antennas (continued) Name GPSD “Sharkee” Multifunction MiMo Antenna 4G LTE, GPS TRNBG Train Antenna Windscreen or Dashboard Mount 4G LTE, GPS In-Vehicle Combination Antenna SKU 3-in-1: WBTGPSD-3-03 5-in-1: WBTGPSD-5-03 WBTTRN Windscreen: WBTGPSO-30 Dashboard: WBTGPSC-30 Application(s) Suitable For External Vehicle: Cellular/WiFi/GPS External Train: Cellular/WiFi Internal Vehicle: Cellular/GPS Cellular 1 x 4G LTE/3G/2G 1 x 4G LTE/3G/2G 1 x 4G LTE/3G/2G WiFi 2 x WiFi (WBTGPSD-5-03) 2 x WiFi N/A GPS 1 x GPS Optional 1 x GPS Frequency Range (MHz) 1562-1612 698-960 1710-2170 2500-3800 2300-2500 (WBTGPSD-5-03) 4900-6000 (WBTGPSD-5-03) 698-960 1700-2170 698-960 1710-2700 2500-2700 Gain 2dBi (698-960) 5dBi (1710-3800) 5dBi (698-960) 7dBi (1710-2700) 10dBi (4.9-6GHz) 2dBi (698-960, 1710-2700, 2500-2700) Cross-Polarised No No No Omni/Directional Omni-directional Omni-directional Omni-directional Dimensions (mm) 50 x 17 x 60 (h x l x w) 98 x 102 x 242 (h x w x l) Windscreen: 13 x 64 x 80 Dashboard: 15 x 70 x 70 (h x w x l) Operating Temperature (°C) -40° to +80° -40° to +80° -40° to +80° Material ASA, EPDM, Aluminium Alloy Radome Material: LEXAN EXL9330 Base Material: Cast Aluminium, Alocrom 1000 coated UV Stable ABS Mounting Options Single Hole Mount 4 x Mounting holes to suit M12 bolts Adhesive Standard Cable Type RG174 N/A RG174 Standard Cable Length 0.3M N/A 3M Standard Cable Connector(s) / Termination(s) GPS/GNSS: FME Female Cellular: SMA Male WiFi: SMA Female (WBTGPSD-5-03) [Whip: FME Male] N/A SMA Male Use Case Advice The GPSD is more advanced than the GPSB as it has MiMo LTE and WiFi vs. SiSo; use when a more compact, com- bination antenna is needed than the LGMM/LPMM suits. The TRNB is housed in a high impact, weather-proof housing making it perfect for trains or trams. Ideal for use in owned vehicles where the customer doesn't want to make a hole, although it's smaller size and placement inside the vehicle can compromise signal quality.
- 5. 5 In-Vehicle Antennas (con nued) Name Tri-Func on Telema cs Antenna Compact Dual-band WiFi Fin Antenna 'Easy Fit' WiFi Antenna SKU WBTGPSCO-30 WBTFIN-03 WBTW24-20 Applica on(s) Suitable For Internal Vehicle: Cellular/GPS/WiFi External Vehicle: WiFi Internal Vehicle: WiFi Cellular 1 x 4G LTE N/A N/A WiFi 1 x WiFi 2 x WiFi 1 x WiFi GPS 1 x GPS/GNSS N/A N/A Frequency Range (MHz) 698-960 1710-2700 698-960 1500-6000 2400-2485 Gain 1.5dBi (890-960) 4.5dBi (1710-2170) 4.5dBi (2500-2700) 6dBi (2.4 GHz) 7dBi (4.9-6.0 GHz) 2dBi (698-960, 1500-6000) 2dBi (2400-2485) Cross-Polarised No No No Omni/Direc onal Omni-direc onal Omni-direc onal Omni-direc onal Dimensions (mm) 15 x 13 x 84.5 (h x l x d) 40 x 48 x 68 (h x w x l) 113 x 19 (h x w) Opera ng Temperature (°C) -30° to +70° -40° to +80° -40° to +80° Material UV stable flame retardant ABS plas c UV stable ABS Engineering plas c Moun ng Op ons Adhesive Panel Adhesive Standard Cable Type Cellular: CS29 WiFi: CS32 GPS: LMR-100A-FR CS30 RG174 Standard Cable Length 3M 0.3M 2M Standard Cable Connector(s) / Termina on(s) Cellular: SMA Male WiFi: SMA Male RP GPS: SMA Male SMA Male FME Female Use Case Advice This antenna incorporates elements for cellular, dual- band WiFi and GPS/GLONASS/BEIDOU, offering a "3-in-1" product solu on. Mee ng the requirements of UNECE Regula on R118, the antenna is ideal for vehicle communica ons and telema cs and use in M3 category vehicles. Best for use where WiFi needs to be deployed outside the vehicle (as it fixes to the vehicle roof) and a combina on antenna with WiFi built in isn't suitable. Its compact design and adhesive pad fixing, makes the ‘Easy Fit’ suitable for when a more discreet vehicle WiFi antenna is needed, and the car owner doesn’t want to make holes.
- 6. 6 Fixed Loca on Antennas Name 4G LTE Low Profile Mag Mount Antenna 4G LTE MAR Wideband Magne c Mount Antenna 4G LTE Wall Mount Low Profile Antenna SKU WBTLPBEM-20 WBTMAR-20 WBTLPW-BC-20 Applica on(s) Suitable For Fixed Loca on (Internal): Cellular Fixed Loca on (Internal): Cellular Fixed Loca on (Internal): Cellular Cellular 1 x 4G LTE 1 x 4G LTE/3G/2G 1 x 4G LTE WiFi N/A N/A N/A GPS N/A N/A N/A Frequency Range (MHz) 698-960 1710-2700 698-960 1710-2700 698-960 1710-2700 Gain 3dBi (698-960) 4dBi (1710-2170) 5dBi (2170-2700) 2dBi (698-960, 1710-2700) 2dBi (698-960, 1710-2700) Cross-Polarised No No No Omni/Direc onal Omni-direc onal Omni-direc onal Omni-direc onal Dimensions (mm) 95 x 48 (h x d) 100 (whip length) 19.6 x 165 x 32 (h x l x w) Opera ng Temperature (°C) -40° to +80° -40° to +80° -30° to +70° Material UV stable ASA & aluminium TPE + Polyamide ASA Moun ng Op ons Magne c Magne c Industrial grade adhesive pad / 2 x 4.8mm screws Standard Cable Type RG174 RG174 RG174 Standard Cable Length 2M 2M 2M Standard Cable Connector(s) / Termina on(s) SMA Male SMA Male SMA Male Use Case Advice The LPBEM is a magne c mount antenna suitable for temporary fit applica ons. Although intended for magne c moun ng on a conduc ve ground plane, this antenna can also be used for desk mounting. Perfect for M2M / IoT applica ons. The MAR is flexible and discreet, and is an ideal choice for temporary moun ng situa ons, or for fixing to metal enclosures which aren't likely to be disturbed. It is ideal for M2M / IoT applica ons. With its low profile, vandal and tamper proof design, the LPW antenna offers a robust, effec ve antenna, which is easy to install, and lasts the life me of the installa on. Perfect for M2M / IoT applica ons.
- 7. 7 Fixed Loca on Antennas (con nued) Name 4G LTE Screw-On PWB Antenna 4G LTE DMM Portable MiMo Antenna B4BE 4G LTE Bracket Mount Antenna SKU WBTPWB-SC WBTDMM-20 WBTB4BE Applica on(s) Suitable For Fixed Loca on (Internal): Cellular/WiFi Fixed Loca on (Internal): Cellular/WiFi Fixed Loca on (Internal or External): Cellular Cellular 1 x 4G LTE/3G/2G 1 x 4G LTE/3G/2G 1 x 4G LTE/3G/2G WiFi N/A 2 x WiFi N/A GPS N/A N/A N/A Frequency Range (MHz) 698-960 1710-2170 2396-2700 698-960 1710-2700 698-960 1710-2700 Gain 2dBi (698-960, 1710-2170, 2396-2700) 2.5dB (698-960) 4dBi (1710-2700) 2dBi (698-960) 4dBi (1710-2700) Cross-Polarised No No No Omni/Direc onal Omni-direc onal Omni-direc onal Omni-direc onal Dimensions (mm) 162 x 22 (l x w) 137 x 151 (h x w) 164 x 48 (h x w) Opera ng Temperature (°C) -40° to +80° -40° to +80° -40° to +80° Material ABS UV stabilised ABS ABS, aluminium and galvanised steel Moun ng Op ons Screw-on Desk/Window/Screen Clip Wall/Mast Standard Cable Type N/A RG174 CS29 (double shielded RG58) Standard Cable Length N/A 2M 5M (WBTB4BE-50) 0.5M (WBTB4BE-05) Standard Cable Connector(s) / Termina on(s) SMA Male SMA Male SMA Male Use Case Advice Its screw-on, 'plug and play' fixing allows for easy installa on, making it perfect for any 4G LTE/3G/2G modem or router where a strong cellular signal is available. Also available as a WiFi only antenna for when the WiFi signal does not need to cover a large footprint. Its flexible choice of moun ng op ons mean that this antenna is truly portable; it can be set up easily in any situa on, and then moved on to another loca on just as easily. It’s also perfect for situa ons where the customer doesn’t want to affix a wall/mast mount to the outside of a building. By moun ng it in a window using the provided sucker pads, it avoids external altera ons and can s achieve a strong signal. This antenna is an ideal solu on for connec ng any business or M2M machine and modem devices.
- 8. 8 Fixed Loca on Antennas (con nued) Name 4G LTE Low Profile Antenna 4G LTE Wall Mount High Gain Omni-direc onal MiMo Antenna 4G LTE Wall Mount High Gain Direc onal MiMo Antenna SKU WBTLPB-50 WBTWMMG-50 WBTWMM-50 Applica on(s) Suitable For Fixed Loca on (External): Cellular Fixed Loca on (Internal or External): Cellular Fixed Loca on (Internal or External): Cellular Cellular 1 x 4G LTE/3G/2G 2 x 4G LTE/3G/2G 2 x 4G LTE/3G/2G WiFi N/A N/A N/A GPS N/A N/A N/A Frequency Range (MHz) 698-960 1710-2700 698-960 1710-2700 698-960 1710-2700 Gain 3dBi (700/800) 4dBi (900/1800) 5dBi (1900/2100/2400/2600) 2dBi (698-960) 4dBi (1710-2170) 5dBi (2.2-2.7GHz) 6dBi (698-960) 9dBi (1710-2700) Cross-Polarised No No No Omni/Direc onal Omni-direc onal Omni-direc onal Direc onal Dimensions (mm) 82 x 48 (h x d) 155 x 155 (h x w) 230 x 180 (h x w) Opera ng Temperature (°C) -40° to +80° -30° to +80° -30° to +70° Material High impact UV stable ABS ASA ASA Moun ng Op ons Panel (requires ground plane) Wall/Mast/Desk Wall /Mast/Desk Standard Cable Type Low Loss COAX CS29 CS29 Coax Standard Cable Length 0.5M or 5M 5M 5M Standard Cable Connector(s) / Termina on(s) SMA Male SMA Male SMA Male Use Case Advice This cost effec ve antenna performs well across a wide bandwidth and is adaptable to any environment. It is par cularly handy where a more discreet external antenna is required. Perfect for M2M / IoT applica ons. This antenna incorporates two separately fed ultra wideband elements in a single housing. It offers a weather-proof, rugged housing and is equipped to provide client- side MiMo support. It is suitable for a wide range of applica ons. This diverse antenna is ideal for indoor or outdoor applica ons where 4G LTE is required but a strong signal is not easily available. It is suitable for a wide range of applica ons.
- 9. 9 Fixed Loca on Antennas (con nued) Name FGO 4G LTE High Gain Omni Antenna HGO 4G LTE High Gain Blade Antenna SKU FGO-5M195-SM 2154004 Applica on(s) Suitable For Fixed Loca on (External): Cellular Fixed Loca on (External): Cellular/WiFi Cellular 1 x 4G LTE/3G/2G 1 x 4G LTE/3G/2G WiFi N/A 1 x WiFi GPS N/A N/A Frequency Range (MHz) 790-960 1710-2170 2500-2700 790-960 1710-1880 1920-2170 Gain 4dBi (790-960) 5dBi (1710-2170) 4dBi (2500-2700) 5dBi (GSM 900/1800/LTE 800) 6dBi (UMTS) 5+6dBi (WLAN/LTE 2600) Cross-Polarised No No Omni/Direc onal Omni-direc onal Omni-direc onal Dimensions (mm) 354 x 45 (h x d, excluding bracket) 335 x 166 x 144 (h x d x w, with bracket) Opera ng Temperature (°C) -40° to +70° -20° to +80° Material Fibreglass Thermoplas c UV stabilised cover Moun ng Op ons Wall/Mast Wall/Mast Standard Cable Type Low Loss, RF White Low Loss Standard Cable Length 5M 0.5M or 5M Standard Cable Connector(s) / Termina on(s) SMA Male SMA Male Use Case Advice Where a discreet, high gain antenna is required, the FGO is perfect for 4G LTE access for a wide range of applica ons. Where direc onal antennas are unsuitable, the HGO guarantees high gain across all bands. Works across a broad range of applica ons.