M10HCT-A-TNC/100-00282-01

Antennas RF Overview

The Maxtena M10HCT-A-TNC/100-00282-01 is an active GNSS antenna designed for multi-constellation reception. It supports L1, L2, and L5 bands, covering GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, and BeiDou systems. The operating frequency range spans 1164 MHz to 1300 MHz and 1539 MHz to 1610 MHz. This model features a TNC screw connector interface. It is engineered for low noise figure and low power consumption, ensuring reliable signal acquisition across diverse global navigation satellite networks.

Antennas RF Feature Summary

• Supports full L1, L2, and L5 band coverage for comprehensive multi-constellation GNSS reception including GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, and BeiDou.
• Features ground plane independence, allowing flexible installation without strict metallic surface requirements.
• Designed with low axial ratio and low phase center variation over azimuth for improved positioning accuracy.

Antennas RF Applications

• Vehicle tracking and telematics systems
• Precision agriculture machinery guidance
• Maritime navigation equipment
• Surveying and mapping instruments

Antennas RF Procurement Notes

Verify the specific connector type matches your system requirements, as this unit utilizes a TNC screw connector. Confirm that the active component voltage and current specifications align with your host device's power supply capabilities. Ensure the mounting hardware is suitable for the intended environmental conditions. Cross-reference the part number suffix to confirm the exact configuration before finalizing orders.

Antennas RF Selection Notes

Choose this model when multi-band L1/L2/L5 reception is required for high-precision applications. It is suitable for environments where ground plane independence is necessary. Consider the TNC connector interface compatibility with existing cabling. Evaluate the low power consumption benefits for battery-operated or energy-constrained deployments compared to other active antenna options.

Antennas RF Part Context

This component belongs to Maxtena's M10HCT series of active GNSS antennas. The series includes variants with different connectors, such as SMA versions. The M10HCT-A-TNC specifically denotes the TNC connector variant. These antennas are part of a broader family designed for robust performance in challenging RF environments, supporting various global satellite navigation standards simultaneously.

Antennas RF Replacement Considerations

The M10HCT-A-SMA/100-00282-02 is a direct functional equivalent within the same product line, differing only by the connector interface. Verify connector compatibility when substituting. No other cross-model replacements are confirmed in public documentation.