# Antenna, Iridium, 1.616 GHz to 1.626 GHz, 2.8 dBi, Right Hand Circular, SMA Connector

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/M1621HCT-P-SMA/antenna-iridium-1616-ghz-to-1626-28-dbi-right-hand
**SKU**: M1621HCT-P-SMA
**Manufacturer**: MAXTENA
**Price**: €49.9700
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 64 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Gain | 2.8dBi |
| Vswr | 1.5 |
| Input Power | - |
| Antenna Type | Iridium |
| Frequency Max | 1.626GHz |
| Frequency Min | 1.616GHz |
| Product Range | - |
| Input Impedance | 50ohm |
| Antenna Mounting | SMA Connector |
| Antenna Polarisation | Right Hand Circular |

## Datasheet

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## M1621HCT-P-SMA 

## IRIDIUM CERTIFIED PASSIVE ANTENNA 

Ordering Part #: 100-00003-02 

## **Description** 

The M1621HCT-P-SMA is a high performance antenna designed for the Iridium network, and built on proprietary Maxtena HeliCore® technology. This technology provides exceptional pattern control, polarization purity and high efficiency in a very compact form factor. The M1621HCT-P-SMA is a screw-on design, featuring an integrated SMA connector and is rated IP-67 when both mounted and unmounted for added protection. This product is designed for applications requiring high quality reception and is ideal when: 

## **Features** 

- Optimized for Iridium network 

- Very low axial ratio 

- IP-67 mounted and unmounted 

- Ultra light weight 

- Ground plane independent 

## **Applications** 

- the orientation of the unit containing the antenna is random; 

   - Vehicle and fleet tracking 

- the unit is used in harsh environments; 

   - Military & security 

- the antenna is mounted externally and in close proximity to other antennas. 

- Asset tracking 

- Iridium (SBD) Short Burst Data 

- Oil & gas industries 

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|Mechanical Specifications|• Navigation devices|
|dimensions are in mm|R2|
|• Mining equipment|
|• LBS & M2M applications|
|• Handheld devices|
|• Law enforcement|
|48.8|
|Realized gain plot|
|O-RING AS568A-014BUNA N 50|Measured at 1621 MHz|
|0.51|
|~|
|18.50±0.10|
|Electrical Specifications|
|Parameter|Design Specifications|
|Frequency|1616-1626 MHz|
|Polarization|RHCP|
|Antenna element peak gain|2.8 dBic (typical)|
|Efficiency|60%|
|Bandwidth (-1dB)|20 MHz|
|Axial Ratio|LL|0.2 dB (typical) / 0.5 dB (max)|OC|@|
|VSWR|1.5 (max)|
|Impedance|50 Ohm|
|Operating temp.|from -40˚C to 85˚C|
|RF connector|SMA|

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WIRELESS INNOVATIONS COMPANY 

Maxtena Inc. 7361 Calhoun Place, Suite 102 Rockville, MD 20855 1-877-629-8362 info@maxtena.com 

MAXTENA 

**www.maxtena.com** 



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