The WCM.02 2.4GHz antenna is a compact, low-profile two monopole external antenna for 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth applications. A unique PIFA design provides omnidirectional gain across 2.4GHz to 2.5GHz, ensuring constant reception and transmission.
Typical Applications
– Application points
– Routers
– IoT M2M devices
– Smart Home applications
Many module manufacturers specify peak gain limits for any antennas that are to be connected to that module. Those peak gain limits are based on freespace conditions. In practice, the peak gain of an antenna tested in freespace can degrade by at least 1 or 2 dBi when put inside a device. So ideally you should go for a slightly higher peak gain antenna than mentioned on the module specification to compensate for this effect, giving you better performance.
Upon testing of any of our antennas with your device and a selection of appropriate layout, integration technique, or cable, Taoglas can make sure any of our antennas’ peak gain will be below the peak gain limits. Taoglas can then issue a specification and/or report for the selected antenna in your device that will clearly show it complying with the peak gain limits, so you can be assured you are meeting regulatory requirements for that module.
For example, a module manufacturer may state that the antenna must have less than 2 dBi peak gain, but you don’t need to select an embedded antenna that has a peak gain of less than 2 dBi in freespace. This will give you a less optimized solution. It is better to go for a slightly higher freespace peak gain of 3 dBi or more if available. Once that antenna gets integrated into your device, performance will degrade below this 2 dBi peak gain due to the effects of GND plane, surrounding components, and device housing. If you want to be absolutely sure, contact Taoglas and we will test. Choosing a Taoglas antenna with a higher peak gain than what is specified by the module manufacturer and enlisting our help will ensure you are getting the best performance possible without exceeding the peak gain limits.
This antenna comes with an SMA(F) connector for compatibility with most Wi-Fi applications and routers in the market and an IP67 water resistant housing.
Connector and connector are customizable subject to minimum order quantities and possible NRE. Contact your Taoglas regional sales office for more information.
