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W5098

W5098

Pulse Electronics
RF ANTENNA Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, WLAN, Zigbee™ Whip, Tilt RP-SMA Connector Mount
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Overview

The W5098 from Pulse Electronics is a dual-band whip antenna designed for high-performance wireless connectivity in the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. It features a tilt-and-swivel hinge for optimal positioning and uses a Reverse Polarity SMA (RP-SMA) connector for standard industrial and consumer RF integration. The housing is constructed from flame-retardant TPEE material with a UL94-V0 rating, ensuring durability in various environments.

Why Choose This Part

The W5098 offers high gain performance with 2.5dBi at 2.4GHz and 4dBi at 5GHz, providing excellent signal propagation across multiple bands. Its tilt-and-swivel mechanical design allows for flexible orientation to maximize link budget. The UL94-V0 flammability rating and TPEE housing ensure the component meets strict safety and environmental requirements for commercial products.

Applications

Wi-Fi 5/6 Gateways
Providing dual-band coverage for 802.11ac and 802.11ax wireless routers and access points.
Industrial IoT Gateways
Acting as an external high-gain antenna for Zigbee or Bluetooth mesh nodes in factory automation.
WLAN Infrastructure
Used in local area network equipment requiring reliable 2.4GHz and 5.15-5.85GHz frequency support.
Embedded Wireless Systems
Integrating into custom enclosures where an external dipole antenna is needed for improved range over internal PCB traces.

Key Specifications

Gain 2.5dBi, 4dBi
VSWR 2
Termination RP-SMA
Antenna Type Whip, Tilt
Applications Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, WLAN, Zigbee
Height (Max) 5.921" (150.40mm)
Mounting Type Connector Mount
Frequency Group UHF (2GHz ~ 3GHz), SHF (f > 4GHz)
Frequency Range 2.4GHz ~ 2.5GHz, 5.15GHz ~ 5.85GHz
Number of Bands 2
RF Family/Standard 802.15.4, Bluetooth, WiFi
Frequency (Center/Band) 2.45GHz, 5.5GHz

Getting Started

To integrate this antenna, ensure your PCB has a mating RP-SMA female bulkhead connector or a U.FL-to-RP-SMA pigtail cable. Verify that the system impedance is 50 ohms and consider the physical clearance for the 150.4mm antenna length when tilted. No specific software or drivers are required as it is a passive radiator.

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