Overview
The PCTEL 3917D magnetic mount mobile GPS antenna is a high performance value antenna with a wide voltage range, ideally suited to telematics platforms for use in vehicle-mounted applications. Using internal magnets or screw mount holes, the antenna can be installed almost anywhere on a vehicle allowing for greater flexibility.
The 3917D antenna features 28 dB gain low noise amplifier and a SAW filter. With 2.7 to 5 volt operation, the antenna can be used with the vast majority of GPS systems available.
Features
- Enhanced safety – Voltage range: 2.7 to 5.5
- High gain, low noise – LNA 28 dB gain typical; low noise figure 1.5 dB, SAW filter
- Flexible installation – Via internal magnets or screw mount
Applications
- Telematics in vehicle-mounted installations
Technical Specifications
| Signal Tracking | |
| GPS: | L1 |
| Electrical | |
| Frequency Band: | 1575.42 ± 10 MHz |
| LNA Gain: | @ 3.3 VDC: 28 dB @ 5 VDC: 30 dB |
| Element Gain: | 3 dBic @ 90° -2 dBic @ 20° |
| Polarization: | Right Hand Circular |
| Out of Band Rejection: | > 30 dB @ ± 40 MHz |
| Current Draw: | <20mA @ 3.3v <35mA @ 5.0v |
| DC Voltage: | 2.7-5 VDC |
| Noise Figure: | 1.5 dB (typical) |
| Mechanical | |
| Dimensions: | 2.05 in (L) x 2.33 in (W) x 0.54 in (H) (52.1 mm x 59.2 mm x 13.6 mm) |
| Weight: | 0.26 lbs (120 g) |
| Connector: | Male SMA standard |
| Mount: | Magnetic (5 lb lift-off force) or permanent (pre-threaded for 3 x M2.5 screws) |
| Housing Material: | ASA |
| Environmental | |
| Temperature Range: | -40 °C to +85°C (operating) |
| ESD Circuit Protection: | 15 KV |
| Ingress Protection: | IP67 |
Ordering
The 3917D magnetic mount mobile GPS antenna from PCTEL is available through Canal Geomatics. If you would like more information about this product, please feel free to get in touch with us by completing the Request Pricing form.
