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W3095

W3095

Pulse Electronics
RF ANTENNA GLONASS, GPS Chip Solder Surface Mount
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Overview

The W3095 from Pulse Electronics is a high-performance ceramic chip antenna designed for simultaneous GNSS and multi-band wireless support. Measuring only 10.0 x 3.2 x 1.5 mm, this surface-mount component covers the 1.575-1.61 GHz, 2.4-2.49 GHz, and 4.9-5.85 GHz bands, making it a versatile choice for integrated positioning and communication systems.

Why Choose This Part

The W3095 provides a high gain of 2.5dBi and a low VSWR of 1.2, ensuring efficient signal transmission and reception across its three supported bands. Its ceramic chip design offers a significantly smaller footprint than traditional patch antennas while maintaining reliable performance in a surface-mount package.

Applications

Global Navigation Satellite Systems
Integrated GPS and GLONASS reception for mobile and handheld navigation devices.
WLAN and Bluetooth
Dual-band WiFi support for 2.4GHz and 5GHz (802.11 a/b/g/n) alongside Bluetooth connectivity.
DSRC Communication
Short-range wireless communication for automotive and transportation safety systems.
Portable Electronics
Compact footprint is ideal for space-constrained IoT modules and wearable devices.

Key Specifications

Gain 2.5dBi
VSWR 1.2
Termination Solder
Antenna Type Chip
Applications GLONASS, GPS
Height (Max) 0.059" (1.50mm)
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Frequency Group Wide Band
Frequency Range 1.575GHz ~ 1.61GHz, 2.4GHz ~ 2.49GHz, 4.9GHz ~ 5.85GHz
Number of Bands 3
RF Family/Standard Navigation
Frequency (Center/Band) 1.575GHz, 1.602GHz, 2.4GHz, 5.4GHz

Getting Started

When integrating the W3095, follow the manufacturer's layout guidelines for the ground plane and keep-out areas to ensure proper impedance matching. Engineers should utilize a 50-ohm microstrip feedline and verify tuning with a vector network analyzer after final enclosure placement.