Datasheet ANT-8/9-FPC-UFL-100 Flexible Embedded LPWA 868/915 MHz Antenna The 8/9-FPC antenna is a flexible embedded multiband antenna designed for use in 868 MHz and 915 MHz frequency bands for low- power, wide-area (LPWA) applications such as LoRaWAN , Sigfox and WiFi HaLow as well as other ISM and remote control applications. The 8/9-FPC provides a ground plane independent dipole embedded antenna solution comparable in performance to an external antenna. The 8/9-FPCs flexibility and adhesive backing makes it easy to mount in unique and custom enclosures, while enabling an environmentally sealed enclosure and protection from tampering or accidental antenna damage. Connection is made to the radio via a 100 mm long, 1.13 mm coaxial cable terminated in a U.FL- type plug (female socket). Features Applications Performance at 902 MHz to 930 MHz Low-power, wide-area (LPWA) applications VSWR: 1.6 LoRaWAN Peak Gain: -7.4 dBi Sigfox Efficiency: 19% WiFi HaLow (802.11ah) Ground plane independent dipole antenna Remote control, monitoring and sensing Compact, low-profile Internet of Things (IoT) devices 39.0 mm x 15.0 mm x 0.2 mm ISM applications U.FL-type plug (female socket) Compatible with MHF1, AMC, UMCC Flexible to fit in challenging enclosures Adhesive backing permanently adheres to non- metal enclosures using 3M 300LSE adhesive Ordering Information Part Number Description ANT-8/9-FPC-UFL-100 LPWA antenna with 100 mm of 1.13 mm coaxial cable and U.FL-type plug (female socket) Available from Linx Technologies and select distributors and representatives.ANT-8/9-FPC-UFL-100 Datasheet Electrical Specifications ANT-8/9-FPC-UFL 868 MHz 915 MHz Frequency Range 862 MHz to 876 MHz 902 MHz to 930 MHz VSWR (max.) 2.0 1.6 Peak Gain (dBi) -3.2 -3.0 Average Gain (dBi) -8.4 -7.4 Efficiency (%) 15 19 Polarization Linear Radiation Omnidirectional Max Power 2 W Wavelength 1/2-wave Electrical Type Dipole Impedance 50 Connection U.FL-type plug (female socket) on 100 mm (3.94 in) of 1.13 mm coaxial cable. Weight 0.6 g (0.02 oz) Dimensions 39.0 mm x 15.0 mm x 0.2 mm (1.54 in x 0.59 in x 0.01 in) Operating Temp. Range -40 C to +85 C Product Dimensions Adhesive Side 39.0 mm (1.54 in) 0.2 mm (0.01 in) 15.0 mm (0.59 in) 9.0 mm (0.35 in) 1.13 mm (0.04 in) 3.0 mm (0.12 in) 2.1 mm (0.08 in) Figure 1. ANT-8/9-FPC-UFL Dimensions Antenna Mounting The ANT-8/9-FPC-UFL-100 is a flexible, adhesive backed antenna that allows it to be permanently installed onto non-metallic surfaces. The adhesive backing is 3M 300LSE, which provides excellent adhesion to high and low surface energy plastics. 3M 300LSE adhesive is resistant to solvents, humidity and moisture, as well as heat up to 121 C (250 F) for short periods. The antenna should never be bent to the point of creating a crease or allowing the angle of the bend to fall below 90 degrees (i.e. become acute) as this will impair function and may cause permanent damage. 2