W1696-M

Antennas RF Overview

The W1696-M is an external monopole antenna manufactured by Pulse Electronics, designed for LTE and 5G applications. It operates across three frequency bands: 617MHz to 960MHz, 1.71GHz to 2.69GHz, and 3.4GHz to 3.8GHz. The component features a straight whip design with an SMA male connector for mounting. Key electrical specifications include gains of -0.5dBi, 1dBi, and 0dBi at center frequencies of 788.5MHz, 2.2GHz, and 3.6GHz respectively. It supports a maximum power of 5W and has a maximum height of 50.00mm.

Antennas RF Feature Summary

• Supports multi-band operation covering LTE and 5G frequency ranges
• Utilizes a straight whip form factor with SMA male connector interface
• Provides IP42 ingress protection rating for environmental resilience

Antennas RF Applications

• In-building 5G small cell deployments
• External 4G LTE stick devices
• LTE wireless modem integration

Antennas RF Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix designation when ordering, as the W1696-M denotes an SMA male connector variant distinct from other configurations. Confirm that the required frequency coverage aligns with the specified 617MHz to 3.8GHz operational range. Ensure mechanical clearance accommodates the 50.00mm maximum height. Cross-reference the manufacturer datasheet for precise impedance matching requirements before finalizing procurement.

Antennas RF Selection Notes

Select this model for applications requiring external connectivity via an SMA interface rather than PCB-mounted solutions. It is suitable for environments where higher gain and directivity are needed compared to internal antennas. Consider the IP42 rating for basic environmental protection needs. Evaluate the physical dimensions against the host device enclosure constraints to ensure proper fitment and radiation pattern integrity.

Antennas RF Part Context

This component belongs to the Stubby Antenna series produced by Pulse Electronics. It is categorized under RF antennas specifically engineered for cellular communication protocols. The product line targets mobile broadband infrastructure and portable communication hardware requiring reliable signal transmission in the sub-6GHz spectrum.

Antennas RF Replacement Considerations

The W1696 is a related part number within the same family; verify connector gender compatibility if substituting. The W1697 utilizes an RP-SMA connector and requires interface adaptation. Ensure any replacement maintains the SMA male specification or includes appropriate adapter hardware.