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Molex 1461530100 Wi-Fi/Zigbee Balanced Antenna

Molex 1461530100 Wi-Fi/Zigbee Balanced Antenna

MPN: 1461530100
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RF ANTENNA WLAN, Zigbee™ Flat Patch U.FL (UMCC), I-PEX MHF1 Adhesive
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Overview

The 1461530100 is a dual-band balanced antenna designed for 2.4GHz and 5GHz applications including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Zigbee. This flat patch antenna features a 100mm micro-coaxial cable terminated with a U.FL (MHF1) connector for easy integration into compact wireless enclosures. Its balanced design makes it largely independent of the ground plane, reducing the engineering effort required for PCB layout tuning.

Why Choose This Part

The antenna provides a high peak gain of up to 4.5dBi in the 5GHz band and 3.2dBi in the 2.4GHz band, ensuring robust signal range. Its adhesive mounting and ultra-thin 0.10mm profile allow for placement on the inside of non-metallic device housings, saving critical internal PCB space. The balanced architecture minimizes cable-induced radiation, simplifying EMI compliance during the certification process.

Applications

Wi-Fi 6 and Legacy WLAN
Ideal for dual-band access points and client devices requiring reliable 2.4GHz and 5GHz connectivity.
Zigbee and Thread Mesh Networks
Supports low-power 802.15.4 protocols used in smart lighting and industrial automation.
Bluetooth IoT Gateways
Provides efficient 2.4GHz radiation for BLE and Classic Bluetooth sensor hubs.
Industrial Monitoring
Reliable operation across a wide temperature range from -40C to +85C in harsh environments.

Key Specifications

Gain 3dBi, 4.5dBi
Features Cable - 100mm
Power - Max 2 W
Return Loss -10dB
Termination U.FL (UMCC), I-PEX MHF1
Antenna Type Flat Patch
Applications WLAN, Zigbee
Height (Max) 0.004" (0.10mm)
Mounting Type Adhesive
Frequency Group UHF (2GHz ~ 3GHz), SHF (f > 4GHz)
Frequency Range 2.4GHz ~ 2.483GHz, 5.15GHz ~ 5.85GHz
Number of Bands 2
RF Family/Standard 802.15.4, WiFi
Frequency (Center/Band) 2.4GHz, 5GHz

Also Consider

Taoglas FXP831 Taoglas - An alternative dual-band flexible PCB antenna with a higher 5dBi peak gain for 5GHz applications.

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