M1621HCT-EXT
IRIDIUM EXTERNAL MAGNET MOUNT ANTENNA
Ordering Part #: 100-00044-01 (TNC)
Ordering Part #: 100-00044-02 (SMA)
Ordering Part #: 100-00044-03 (SMB)
Ordering Part #: 100-00044-04 (MCX)
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Description
The M1621HCT-EXT is a high performance Iridium certified antenna designed
for the Iridium network, 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-EXT is an external
magnet mount antenna, featuring a 1,500 mm LRM100 coaxial cable with inte-
grated connector.
Features
• Optimized for the Iridium network
• Very low axial ratio
• TNC, SMA, SMB, MCX connector
• Ground plane independent
• Magnet mount
The very small size and light weight make this helical Iridium antenna unique in
the market and perfect for various commercial and industrial applications. This
antenna is the ideal solution for the most extreme and demanding applications
where reliable satellite reception and high accuracy are required. It can be used
to boost the performance of the Iridium handsets among other uses.
• Ultra light weight - 52 grams
Applications
• Vehicle and fleet tracking
• Military & security
• Asset tracking
Mechanical Specifications
dimensions are in mm
• PDAs and laptops
• Oil & gas industries
• Navigation devices
• Law enforcement
• LBS & M2M applications
• Iridium (SBD) Short Burst Data
52.20
1500
Realized gain plot
Measured at 1621 MHz
36
Electrical Specifications
0ο
2
330ο
30ο
Parameter
Design Specifications
1616-1626 MHz
RHCP
0
−2
Frequency
−4
300ο
60ο
Polarization
−6
−8
Antenna element peak gain
Efficiency
1 dBic (typical)
50%
−10
−12
−14
270ο
90ο
Bandwidth (-1dB)
Axial Ratio
30 MHz
2 dB (max)
VSWR
1.5 (max)
RHCP
LHCP
240ο
120ο
Impedance
50 Ohm
Operating temp.
RF connector
Overall dimensions
Weight
from -40˚C to 85˚C
TNC, SMA, SMB, or MCX
52.20 mm (height) x 36 mm (diameter)
52 grams
210ο
150ο
180ο
Maxtena Inc.
7361 Calhoun Place, Suite 102
Rockville, MD 20855
1-877-629-8362
WIRELESS INNOVATIONS COMPANY
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Rev 1.0 | Issue Date: July 3rd 2014 | © 2014 Maxtena Inc, all rights reserved