Embedded Globalstarâ„¢ Simplex Transmitter Unit Antenna

Wi-Sys: Embedded Globalstarâ„¢ Simplex Transmitter Unit Antenna
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Features
  • Precisely tuned ceramic patch
  • Small form factor
  • Built-in ground-plane
  • Low price
  • Customization available
  • RoHS compliant

WS9161 Embedded Globalstarâ„¢ Simplex Transmitter Unit Antenna

The WS9161 is a high performance passive 1615MHz, LHCP embedded antenna, specifically designed and approved to operate with the Globalstarâ„¢ Simplex Modem. It features a precisely tuned custom ceramic patch antenna element and a perfectly matched RF network. It has a compact form factor with a built in 45.2 mm diameter ground-plane, which allows the WS9161 antenna to be easily embedded in all sorts of OEM enclosures, yet fully meeting Globalstarâ€s radiated power requirements. The antenna comes standard with 15 cm of RG174 coaxial cable and a MCX right angle male connector.

Applications
  • OEM Simplex Transmitter Unit (STU) Applications
  • Sea or Land Containers Tracking Systems
  • Automotive Navigation Systems
  • Fleet Management & Telematics Systems
  • Marine Navigation Systems
  • Security and Military Applications

Technical Specifications

Environmental
Specifications		 temperature-40c to +80c operating
humidity95% max (non condensing)
Mechanical dimensions45.2 mm diameter x 7.7 mm
weight20g
shockvertical axis 50G
other axes 30G
vibration3 axis, sweep = 15 min
10-200 Hz log sweep: 3G
Antenna Response frequency1615 MHz ±5 MHz
gain3 dBic @ 90°
polarizationLeft Hand Circular
axial ratio3 dB @ 90°
10 dB Return Loss Bandwidth25 MHz
Maximum Transmit Power21.5 dBm peak
Electrical cableRG174
cable length15 cm,
custom length available
cable loss1.3 dB/m typical
connectorMCX right angle male,
other connectors available