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ANT-LPL-FPC-100

ANT-LPL-FPC-100

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RF ANTENNA 4G, 5G, LTE Flat Patch I-PEX MHF1 (U.FL) Adhesive
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Overview

The ANT-LPL-FPC-100 is a flexible, adhesive-backed embedded dipole antenna designed for wideband cellular applications including 4G LTE and 5G Sub-6GHz. Measuring 110 mm x 20 mm with a low profile of 0.20 mm, it provides a ground plane independent solution for integration into non-metallic enclosures. It comes pre-terminated with 100 mm of 1.13 mm coaxial cable and an I-PEX MHF1 (U.FL compatible) connector.

Why Choose This Part

This antenna is ground plane independent, allowing for flexible placement within a device without requiring a large PCB counterpoise. Its ultra-thin 0.20 mm profile and adhesive backing enable easy mounting on curved surfaces inside plastic housings. With peak gains reaching up to 6.5 dBi, it offers high efficiency across a broad frequency range from 698 MHz to 5000 MHz.

Applications

Cellular IoT
Ideal for LTE-M (Cat-M1) and NB-IoT devices requiring compact, internal wideband coverage.
LPWA Networks
Supports long-range communication protocols such as LoRaWAN and Sigfox in the sub-1GHz bands.
Wireless Gateways
Used in industrial gateways and routers for reliable cellular connectivity across multiple global bands.
Smart City Infrastructure
Suitable for utility meters and environmental sensors where an internal, tamper-resistant antenna is required.

Key Specifications

Gain 5.6dBi, 6.5dBi, 4.9dBi, 5.2dBi, 5dBi, 5.3dBi, 2.9dBi
VSWR 2.3, 2.4, 4.6, 1.4, 1.8, 3.5
Features Cable - 100mm
Power - Max 2 W
Return Loss -8.1dB, -7.7dB, -3.8dB, -15.6dB, -10.9dB, -5.1dB
Termination I-PEX MHF1 (U.FL)
Antenna Type Flat Patch
Applications 4G, 5G, LTE
Height (Max) 0.010" (0.20mm)
Mounting Type Adhesive
Frequency Group Wide Band
Frequency Range 696MHz ~ 960MHz, 1.71GHz ~ 2.2GHz, 2.3GHz ~ 2.4GHz, 2.4GHz ~ 2.485GHz, 2.496GHz ~ 2.69GHz, 3.3GHz ~ 3.8GHz
Number of Bands 7
RF Family/Standard Cellular, General ISM
Frequency (Center/Band) 750MHz, 876MHz, 1.96GHz, 2.35GHz, 2.44GHz, 2.59GHz, 3.55GHz

Getting Started

To integrate this antenna, ensure the mounting surface is clean, dry, and non-metallic. Route the 100 mm coaxial cable away from high-speed digital lines and power circuitry to minimize noise, and secure the MHF1/U.FL connector to the radio module's antenna port. Performance testing should be conducted with the antenna in its final enclosure to account for detuning caused by nearby plastic components.

Also Consider

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