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Molex 1052630001 LTE/GSM/UMTS Flexible Antenna

Molex 1052630001 LTE/GSM/UMTS Flexible Antenna

MPN: 1052630001
Molex
RF ANTENNA GSM, LTE, UMTS Flat Patch U.FL (UMCC), I-PEX MHF1 Adhesive
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Overview

The 1052630001 is a wide-band cellular flexible antenna designed for GSM, LTE, and UMTS applications. This poly-flexible adhesive patch measures 106.6mm by 13mm and features a 100mm micro-coaxial cable terminated with a U.FL (MHF1) connector. It is ground-plane independent, allowing for versatile placement within plastic enclosures without requiring a dedicated metallic ground plane on the PCB.

Why Choose This Part

This antenna offers a thin 0.10mm profile and adhesive mounting, making it easy to integrate into curved or space-constrained enclosures. Its ground-plane independent design simplifies RF integration by reducing the influence of internal components on antenna performance.

Applications

Cellular IoT Gateways
Ideal for LTE-M and NB-IoT devices that require reliable wide-band cellular connectivity in a small form factor.
Smart Metering
Used in utility meters where the antenna must be adhered to the inside of a non-metallic housing.
Remote Monitoring
Suited for environmental or industrial sensors transmitting data over GSM or UMTS networks.

Key Specifications

Gain 2dBi, 2.2dBi, 2.3dBi, 3.1dBi
Features Cable - 100mm
Power - Max 2 W
Return Loss -6.8dB, -7dB, -7.5dB, -10dB, -10.5dB
Termination U.FL (UMCC), I-PEX MHF1
Antenna Type Flat Patch
Applications GSM, LTE, UMTS
Height (Max) 0.004" (0.10mm)
Mounting Type Adhesive
Frequency Group Wide Band
Frequency Range 824MHz ~ 894MHz, 880MHz ~ 960MHz, 1.71GHz ~ 1.88GHz, 1.85GHz ~ 1.99GHz, 1.92GHz ~ 2.17GHz, 2.5GHz ~ 2.69GHz
Number of Bands 6
RF Family/Standard Cellular
Frequency (Center/Band) 850MHz, 900MHz, 1.8GHz, 1.9GHz, 2GHz, 2.6GHz

Getting Started

To integrate this antenna, ensure the mounting surface is clean and free of oils before applying the adhesive backing. Route the 100mm micro-coaxial cable away from high-speed digital lines and secure the U.FL connector to the PCB receptacle with a proper extraction tool to avoid damage.

Also Consider

Taoglas FXP14 Blue Hole Taoglas - An alternative flexible PCB antenna designed specifically for hex-band cellular applications with a similar U.FL termination.
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