MA131ALK002 Datasheet, PDF (2/23 Pages) Taoglas antenna solutions – MA131 GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO and ISM Band 915MHz

1. Introduction
The MA131 Hercules antenna is a GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO and ISM Band 915MHz
combination 2in1 high performance solution for the most reliable asset tracking and
remote monitoring. The integrated metal thread-mount allows for external use on
vehicles and outdoor assets worldwide.
The 915MHz ISM Band antenna is ideally mounted on a ground-plane but works well
also in free-space mounting conditions. The omni-directional gain pattern, with a peak
gain of 4dBi when using shorter cable lengths, ensures constant reception and
transmission.
The GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO antenna has been optimized to work on both
GPS/GALILEO and GLONASS bands, allowing the antenna to see the maximum
amount of satellites in the sky and improving tracking accuracy enormously especially
in built up areas, such as urban canyons where traditional GPS-only solutions struggle
to maintain a lock driving around corners. A front-end SAW filter attenuates any
nearby out of band wireless transmissions so the GPS/GALILEO LNA is not driven into
compression or damaged.
The Hercules is also prized by the leading wireless device brands globally due to its
unique mechanical construction. The compact size and rugged polycarbonate
construction, which can withstand direct attack and hazards such as tree-branches,
coupled with a waterproof rating of IP67 and IP69K (waterproof against high pressure
industrial cleaning from top and bottom sides) are un-matched in the industry.
The standard cable length and connector option is 200mm RG316 and SMA(M). The
cable length and connector are customizable. Taoglas supplies low loss extension
cables according to your requirement. Maximum cable length should not go beyond 5
meters in order to maintain adequate antenna performance. The Hercules is also
available in White. Contact your regional sales office for further information.
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