Antenna 2.4GHz 9dBi &12dbi versions Omni WiFi w/ RP-TNC connector: Signal Booster for Cisco LinkSys Router
- SKU:
- A2D9RT
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- In stock
- Weight:
- 0.13 LBS
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Omni WiFi Antenna w/ RP-TNC Connector
Omni Directional Dipole Antenna with RP-TNC (male) connector
- For WiFi / wireless networks
- 9dBi and 12dBi options (choose above)
Omnidirectional dipole antenna: Radiates signal with a beam of 360 degrees; also receives signal from 360 degrees around it.
Compatibility with wireless standards & applications: This omni directional antenna's range of frequency band compatibility in the 2.4 ~ 2.5GHz frequency band range, its very low broadband VSWR at < 1.8 (lower VSWR is better), and impedance matching to 50 Ohm gear, makes it suitable and compliant for all the following applications:
- IoT wireless & M2M: Bluetooth, ZigBee, Wi-Fi HaLow and ISM. Since it is vertically polarized, it is compatible with many machine to machine communication applications, remote monitoring, and telemetry applications.
- 2.4GHz WiFi applications: 802.11N, 802.11G, 802.11B, 802.11AH.
- Compatible with Bluetooth devices, Wireless Access Points & other wireless devices.
- As Bluetooth antenna: Send or receive signal to devices in all directions (360-degree horizontal beamwidth)
- As client antenna: Connect to access points in any direction. Portable size: Easily fits in a laptop case.
Features & applications
- As access point antenna: Provides signal to clients in any direction (360-degree horizontal beamwidth)
- As client antenna: Connect to an access point in any direction
- Capable of extending your wireless range up to 300 meters.
- Suitable for outdoor or indoor wireless gear with RP-SMA-female or SMA-female connector.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
Compatible with Wireless Access Points & cards that have RP-TNC antenna jacks: Cisco/LinkSys Wireless Access Points have an RP-TNC (female) jack that is compatible with this antenna.
SPECIFICATIONS:
| FEATURES | |
| Gain | 12 dBi & 9dBi options (choose about) |
| Dimensions | The 12dBi version is 24 inches tall when fully extended; 20 inches when bottom connector is turned horizontal. Diameter: 2.0 cm (.78in) The 9dBi version is 15 3/4 inches tall when fully extended (40cm). |
| Connector | RP-TNC (male) connector |
| Type | Omni dipole |
| Compatibility | 802.11b & 802.11g: Inter-operable with WiFi (WECA) certified equipment. |
| Frequency range | 2400-2500 MHz (WiFi / wireless networking) |
| Polarization | Vertical |
| VSWR | 1.8:1 |
TEST RESULTS for FREQUENCY RANGES:
The RF analysis confirms stable and well-controlled antenna performance within the 2.4 GHz band, with proper impedance matching and SWR values generally between 1.3:1 and 1.5:1, ensuring efficient power transfer. Peak performance is achieved near 2.60 GHz, with a Return Loss of approximately –17.4 dB and an SWR close to 1.31:1, while the center of the band (around 2.52 GHz) maintains a Return Loss near –14.8 dB. Overall, the antenna delivers reliable and consistent RF behavior, making it well suited for 2.4 GHz applications such as WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, and IoT in both industrial and commercial environments.
| Frequency range | Assessment | Rating | Compatible technologies |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~2.41–2.42 GHz | Good | ★★★★ | WiFi 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth (Classic/LE), Zigbee, Thread, 2.4 GHz proprietary IoT links. |
| ~2.52 GHz | Very good | ★★★★ | WiFi 2.4 GHz (upper channels), Bluetooth, industrial IoT, telemetry systems, proprietary RF links near 2.5 GHz. |
| ~2.60 GHz | Excellent | ★★★★ | 2.6 GHz industrial/telemetry links (application dependent), RF validation & test setups, proprietary wireless systems. |
ROHS 3 & REACH compliant: Antenna, cable and connector are all compliant with regulations.
RP-TNC Connector Characteristics and Details:
- This can be used to mount the connector (and thus the cable) on the wall of a network enclosure (to weatherproof the cable connection ), or mount the connector on a case, panel or Printed Circuit Board (PCB).
- Weatherproofing : Seal the hole where the female connector is mounted, by placing an O-ring between the wall of the enclosure and the bulkhead nut & washer on the female connector.
RP-TNC is a round screw-type connector, with nickel-plated brass.
- Nickel-plated brass is the best plating-alloy for corrosion-resistance.
- RP-TNC is similar to BNC except that whereas BNC has a slotted mating collar, RP-TNC has a screw-down type connector. RP-TNC's screw-down connector performs better than BNC in the microwave spectrum.
- RP=Reverse Polarity. Gender of RP-TNC is counter-intuitive: Click for details.
- Articulating (Bendable) Right Angle: This antenna can be angled up to 90 degrees (articulating right angle) or positioned straight. The articulating (bendable) right-angle isn’t weatherproof: Water can seep into the angled part of the antenna. Articulating right-angle antennas are therefore recommendable for indoor use or protected outdoors, i.e. under an eave. If you need a weatherproof dipole antenna, you should choose either a straight dipole or one with a fixed right angle. See our weatherproof antennas .
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