1.4GHz Three-Column Multi-Band Antennas for LTE Applications
RFS’ new antenna family is particularly critical as the 1.4GHz band continues to be reallocated from satellite communications to LTE applications. RFS’ three-column platform is also ready to host additional bands such as 3.5GHz and 5GHz. Newly licensed frequencies have the potential to provide today’s mobile operators with much-needed capacity support for continually growing mobile network traffic. RFS’ first three-column platform iteration allows the addition of 1.4GHz band support alongside legacy low (694-960MHz) and high (1695-2690MHz) frequency bands without the need for any internal or external diplexing and will continue enabling MIMO 4x4 in these bands while offering high gain on all bands. The new flexible, future-proof technology provides a flexible platform allowing the evolution up to 16-ports without any diplexing AND on a single antenna. This platform offers operators the flexibility to deploy multiple radio technologies with several frequency bands and 4-way MIMO on a single, 50 cm (19.7 in) wide antenna with best-in-class windload and PIM performances.
| Features | Benefits |
|---|---|
| 4T4R MIMO | Supports multiple low and high bands |
| Sleek, narrow radome design dramatically reduces wind load | Minimizes tower loading on crowded networks |
| Independent electrical downtilt | Allows for greater flexibility in system design and optimized performance |
| Integrated RET, manual overdrive and tilt indicator | Streamlines installation and ensures ease-of-use |
| 4.3-10 connector interface | Provides optimized PIM stability |
| Future-proof technology | Ideal for new frequency band introductions such as 3.5GHz |
| Readiness for antenna sharing | Enables separate tilt management and several RF port/frequencies per operator |
