Molex 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi®/BLUETOOTH® External Antennas

Molex 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi®/BLUETOOTH® External Antennas offer high RF performance and reliability for wireless and networking applications. These off-the-shelf antennas feature single- or dual-band connectors with I-PEX, SMA-J, and RP-SMA-J mounting options in straight or hinged modes. The components support Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz, 5.8GHz, and Bluetooth technologies and mate with SMA jack or I-PEX MHF I receptacles. Molex 2.4GHz/5GHz External Antennas offer design flexibility, making them ideal for various applications, including security/surveillance, home automation, home streaming, entertainment, smart appliances, energy/utilities, wireless solutions, infrastructure, and networking.

Features

  • Offers design flexibility
  • Single- and dual-band connectors in straight and folded modes with I-PEX, SMA-J, and RP-SMA-J mounting options
  • Multi-protocol solution that supports Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz, 5.8GHz, and Bluetooth technologies
  • Hinge joint allows 90° rotation on the vertical plane, and SMA-J connector allows 180° rotation on the horizontal plane to provide excellent directional coverage
  • I-PEX type connector secures the application's device radio and provides space savings
  • Dual-band antenna offers up to 5.3dBi peak gain and 80% efficiency to provide a strong and stable wireless connection
  • Mates with SMA jack receptacle or I-PEX MHF I receptacle
  • Male or female configurations
  • Available in black or white
  • Suitable for diverse applications

Applications

  • Connected homes
    • Security and surveillance
    • Home automation
    • Home streaming
    • Entertainment
    • Smart appliances
    • Energy and utilities
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
    • Wireless solutions
  • Telecommunications/networking
    • Infrastructure
  • Commercial vehicles
    • Networking

Specifications

  • Supports 2.4GHz, 5.8GHz, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth
  • Up to 5.3dBi peak gain
  • 50Ω impedance
  • -40°C to +85°C operating temperature range

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Published: 2020-01-22 | Updated: 2024-08-02