Carant 2,4Ghz and 5Ghz WLAN Base Antenna

Carant WLAN base station antenna types and main technical characteristics

Which WLAN antenna designs are available in the Carant range?

The 2.4 GHz range includes directional panel antennas, yagi antennas, omnidirectional antennas and sector antennas. The 5 GHz range includes directional panel antennas, parabolic antennas, omnidirectional antennas and several sector antenna versions. Documented gain values range from 5 dBi to 25 dBi. Maximum input power is 20 W for most models and 10 W for the AGY-11 yagi antenna.

How do the frequency ranges of 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz antennas differ?

Carant 2.4 GHz antenna and 5 GHz antenna frequency ranges

Most 2.4 GHz models are specified for the 2400-2485 MHz frequency range, while the AGY-11 yagi covers 2300-2700 MHz. The documented frequency range of the 5 GHz models is 5470-5875 MHz. The frequency band therefore cannot be treated as a uniform specification across the category, and the exact lower and upper frequency limits of the selected antenna should be checked separately.

Directional, yagi, parabolic, omnidirectional and sector WLAN antenna designs

Carant WiFi antenna: how does the radiation pattern vary?

Directional models are specified with different horizontal and vertical radiation angles. The 2.4 GHz panel version has a 65 x 65 degree radiation angle, while the 2.4 GHz directional cavity antenna is specified with 22 x 30 degrees. The 5 GHz directional panel models include 50 x 30 degree and 20 x 20 degree versions. The parabolic antenna is specified with a 9 degree radiation angle.

Sector antennas are available with horizontal coverage of 60, 70, 90 or 120 degrees, while the documented vertical radiation angles are 10, 15 or 27 degrees. The omnidirectional models use an omni design, with documented gain values of 5 or 6 dBi at 2.4 GHz and 9 dBi at 5 GHz.

How do antenna gain, VSWR and 50 Ohm impedance vary?

Antenna gain and VSWR in the Carant base station antenna range

All listed models have an impedance of 50 Ohm. The documented gain of the 2.4 GHz antennas ranges from 5 to 14 dBi, while the 5 GHz models range from 9 to 25 dBi. Depending on the model, the specified VSWR is below 1.4:1, 1.5:1 or 1.7:1. The yagi model is specified below 1.4:1, several 2.4 GHz and selected 5 GHz versions below 1.5:1, while several 5 GHz directional and sector antennas are specified below 1.7:1.

Polarization and antenna connectors on Carant WLAN antennas

Which polarization and antenna connector types are available?

The range includes vertical, linear, and horizontal or vertical polarization versions. The parabolic antenna uses linear polarization, and its mounting can be adjusted in 45 degree increments. Connector types include SMA female, N female and FME male. Technical documentation specifies wall or mast mounting for several models, with some versions designed for masts with a diameter of 35-50 mm.

Carant WLAN antenna - main advantages and differences to check

Pros:

• Several antenna types are available within the same WLAN category.
• Documented gain values range from 5 dBi to 25 dBi.
• The range includes directional, omnidirectional and sector antennas with different radiation angles.

The category includes several radiation patterns and mechanical designs.

Cons and differences to check:

• The frequency range is not identical for every 2.4 GHz model.
• Polarization and connector type can vary by model.
• VSWR, gain and mounting method are not uniform across the entire range.

The specifications of the selected model should therefore be checked individually.

Frequently asked questions about Carant WLAN base station antennas

• What is the impedance of the antennas?
  The models in the category have an impedance of 50 Ohm.
• Which frequencies are specified for the 2.4 GHz models?
  Most models are specified for 2400-2485 MHz, while the AGY-11 yagi covers 2300-2700 MHz.
• What is the frequency range of the 5 GHz models?
  The documented range is 5470-5875 MHz.
• Which gain values are available?
  The documented gain values in the category range from 5 dBi to 25 dBi.
• Which connector types are available?
  SMA female, N female and FME male connectors are listed in the product data.

Checking frequency, gain, radiation angle, polarization and connector type together helps compare the models technically.

Summary of Carant WLAN base station antennas

Carant WLAN antenna selection based on technical parameters

The Carant 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz WLAN base station antenna range includes directional, yagi, parabolic, omnidirectional and sector designs. Alongside the common 50 Ohm impedance, frequency range, gain, VSWR, polarization, radiation angle, maximum input power and antenna connector vary by model. We recommend checking these parameters together when selecting the antenna that matches your system.