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RockBLOCK External Patch Antenna

The RockBLOCK External Patch Antenna is a high-performance magnetic mount antenna designed specifically to communicate efficiently with the Iridium® Satellite Communication system. This antenna utilizes the Taoglas expertise in ceramics by incorporating a ceramic patch tuned specifically for the antenna environment, giving greater stability.

The antenna housing is strong, corrosion-proof and waterproof to IP67. The magnetic mount allows for easy installation and removal between vehicles or assets; it is easily converted to an adhesive type for greater flexibility.

Each external patch antenna is also equipped with a 1200mm ± 30mm (~48in) long cable terminated with a gold finished male SMA connector.

  • Frequency Range: 1616MHz--1626.5MHz
  • Center Frequency: 1621.5MHz ± 5.25MHz
  • Bandwidth: 15MHz
  • Impedance: 50 Ohms
  • RHCP Polarization
  • VSWR 1.5 Max @ center frequency
  • Connector: Male SMA Plug
  • Dimensions: 40.5mm x 38mm x 12.3mm
  • Weight: 40.7g

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