When designing products for global deployment, antenna compatibility across various regulatory regions is essential. Our 868–960 MHz Wide-Band Antenna with SMA Male Connector is specifically engineered to cover the entire primary global Sub-GHz spectrum, eliminating the need for region-specific antenna inventory. This single antenna efficiently operates from the European 868 MHz band up through the North American and Asian 915 MHz band and the wider 900–960 MHz cellular/ISM frequencies. It is the ultimate Helpful solution for LPWAN (LoRaWAN, Sigfox) and industrial telemetry systems demanding expansive coverage and reliable long-distance data links.
Ultra-Wide Band Performance for Global LPWAN
The ability to cover the entire 868 MHz to 960 MHz range is the defining technical feature of this antenna, showcasing deep Expertise in multi-frequency RF design:
Universal LPWAN Support: This antenna is optimized to perform reliably across key license-exempt bands: 868 MHz (Europe/Middle East/Africa) and 915 MHz (North America/Australia). This ensures seamless international product deployment.
Superior Range and Penetration: Signals in the Sub-GHz band exhibit minimal path loss and superior wall penetration compared to 2.4 GHz, maximizing the communication range and reliability of battery-powered IoT devices.
Consistent Gain Profile: Despite covering a wide frequency range, the antenna is designed to maintain a consistent gain and low VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) throughout the entire 868–960 MHz spectrum. This guarantees optimal power transfer and signal clarity across different regional requirements.
Ruggedized Design for External and Industrial Use
As a professional-grade component, this antenna is built for durability and flexible installation, enhancing its Trustworthiness in long-term deployments.
Robust Housing: The antenna typically features a rugged, resilient exterior (often rubberized or specialized polymer) that protects the internal radiating element from dust, moisture, and mechanical shock, making it suitable for industrial and semi-external environments.
Omni-Directional Coverage: The antenna provides a 360-degree horizontal radiation pattern. This simplifies installation on fixed assets or gateways, as it effectively captures signals from end-devices approaching from any direction.
Ideal for Gateways and End-Devices: Its compact form factor makes it suitable for both LPWAN gateways requiring wide-area reception and high-performance end-devices needing reliable uplink connectivity.
Professional Interface: The SMA Male Connector
The choice of the SMA Male (M) Connector ensures professional-grade, high-integrity interfacing with specialized radio equipment.
SMA Standard: The SMA (SubMiniature version A) connector is the established standard for reliable RF connections, featuring a secure threaded coupling that provides stability against vibration and movement.
Compatibility: The SMA Male connector (inner pin, outer threads) is the common interface for many LoRaWAN/Sigfox gateways, industrial telemetry radios, high-end SDR (Software Defined Radio) platforms, and specialized asset trackers that feature an SMA Female port.
Assured Signal Integrity: The precision of the SMA interface minimizes signal loss at the connection point, which is crucial for maximizing the range and battery efficiency inherent to the 868–960 MHz band.
Key Applications Leveraging Wide-Band Coverage
This antenna is a critical component for large-scale, international LPWAN and IoT projects, lending Authority to its diverse applications:
LoRaWAN/Sigfox Gateways: Providing wide-band coverage for gateways that need to serve nodes across regional borders or switch between 868 MHz and 915 MHz deployment zones.
Global Asset Tracking: Supporting tracking devices that operate in multiple countries, ensuring continuous connectivity regardless of the local regulatory frequency (e.g., US 915 MHz vs. EU 868 MHz).
Utility & Smart Metering: Facilitating long-range, low-power data collection systems across vast geographical areas.
Private IoT Networks: Building robust, dedicated communication links for industrial campuses or remote facility monitoring.
By choosing this 868–960MHz Wide-Band Antenna with SMA Male Connector, you are investing in a versatile, high-quality solution that simplifies global deployment and ensures optimal performance across the world's most critical Sub-GHz communication bands.
