Maximize the performance and reliability of your wireless network bridges with the 2.4G/5.8G Dual-Band, Dual-Polarized CPE Antenna. This advanced Customer Premises Equipment (CPE) solution is engineered for network professionals who demand high throughput, resilience against interference, and the flexibility to operate in both the highly popular 2.4 GHz and the high-capacity 5.8 GHz frequency bands. By integrating dual-band capability with critical dual-polarization technology into a single, robust outdoor unit, this antenna is the definitive component for establishing superior Point-to-Point (PTP) and Point-to-Multi-Point (PTMP) links.
The Advantage of Dual-Band Dual-Polarization (DBDP)
This antenna’s core innovation lies in its ability to simultaneously utilize two key technologies across two major frequency bands, providing unparalleled flexibility and performance.
Integrated Dual-Band Functionality: The antenna provides seamless connectivity across:
2.4 GHz (2400-2500 MHz): Excellent for establishing foundational links, benefiting from better obstacle penetration and longer non-line-of-sight range.
5.8 GHz (5150-5850 MHz): Crucial for high-throughput backhaul, benefiting from wider, cleaner channels and less interference, which is necessary for demanding data applications.
2x2 MIMO Support via Dual-Polarization: The antenna features two isolated antenna feeds within the single housing—one for Vertical Polarization (V Pol) and one for Horizontal Polarization (H Pol). This configuration is essential for supporting 2x2 MIMO (Multiple-Input Multiple-Output) radio systems.
Capacity Doubling: MIMO allows the radio to transmit two independent data streams simultaneously over the same channel, effectively doubling the potential data rate over a single link.
Link Stability: Dual-polarization improves link resilience by intelligently combining signals received on both polarities, mitigating the effects of multipath fading and atmospheric variations.
Interference Mitigation and Channel Flexibility: The dual-band capability allows network administrators to dynamically choose the optimal frequency for the link. Use 2.4 GHz for maximum range penetration and 5.8 GHz for maximum speed in noise-free environments, ensuring peak performance under varied conditions.
High-Gain Performance and Link Budget Optimization
Engineered for directional focus, this antenna delivers the gain necessary to maintain high-speed connections over medium-to-long distances.
Optimized High Gain: Depending on the specific model, the antenna provides balanced high gain across both bands (typical gains range from 12dBi to 15dBi). This high gain concentrates the RF energy into a tight beam, significantly boosting the power of the transmitted signal and improving the sensitivity of the received signal.
Superior Link Budget: The combination of high gain, dual polarization, and clean 5.8 GHz channels results in an exceptionally robust link budget. This ensures a low Bit Error Rate (BER) and high Modulation and Coding Scheme (MCS) even at extended ranges, translating directly into higher actual throughput.
Low VSWR: The entire feed system and radiating elements are precisely tuned to maintain a low Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) across both frequency bands. This precision minimizes reflected power back to the radio, ensuring efficient power utilization and extending the life of the CPE’s radio module.
Industrial-Grade Durability for Outdoor Use
Designed for permanent outdoor deployment, the construction materials and sealing technology ensure reliable, long-term operation in all weather conditions.
Weatherproof Radome: The antenna and internal electronics are protected by a rugged, UV-stabilized plastic radome and sealed enclosure, typically achieving an IP65 or IP67 ingress protection rating. This rating guarantees resistance to dust, high winds, heavy rain, and temperature extremes (often from -40°C to +70°C).
Robust Mounting Hardware: The unit includes a heavy-duty, multi-axis adjustable mounting bracket. This hardware allows installers to achieve the precise alignment necessary for directional high-gain links in both the azimuth and elevation planes, and maintains this alignment against wind and vibration.
Integrated Power over Ethernet (PoE): The CPE design typically utilizes Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology, simplifying installation by delivering both data and power over a single outdoor-rated Ethernet cable. This reduces clutter and the need for separate power sources at the antenna location.
Targeted Applications for Network Professionals
The versatility and power of this DBDP antenna make it the ideal solution for numerous high-demand wireless applications.
Corporate and Campus Bridges: Establishing high-capacity, interference-resistant PTP links between distant buildings within a campus, industrial park, or city.
Fixed Wireless Access (FWA): Serving as a high-performance client antenna at the customer premises, capable of connecting to base stations operating in either 2.4 GHz or 5.8 GHz.
Video Surveillance Backhaul: Providing a dedicated, high-speed, and stable link for transmitting multiple high-definition security camera streams from remote locations.
WISP (Wireless Internet Service Provider) Networks: Used as a flexible and robust client antenna that can switch between frequencies based on network load and interference conditions.
The 2.4G/5.8G Dual-Band, Dual-Polarized CPE Antenna provides the critical technological advantage needed to build resilient, high-capacity network bridges that perform reliably year after year, regardless of the operational frequency band.
