Quectel YECT004W5AM and YECT005WFA 5G antennas

Quectel Wireless Solutions has expanded its comprehensive antenna portfolio with the launch of two 5G antennas, the YECT004W5AM and YECT005WFA.

The YECT004W5AM is a terminal mount external dipole antenna measuring 140 x 15.6 x 13 mm. It delivers 5G connectivity while supporting 2G, 3G and 4G networks, and comes equipped with a Fakra female Code Z connector for secure and versatile integration. Suitable for applications where discretion is required, the low-profile, terminal mount, omnidirectional antenna is easy to install and offers maximised durability with its IP67-rated blended polycarbonate (PC) and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) enclosure. It is both REACH and RoHS compliant.

The YECT005WFA is a terminal mount whip dipole antenna offering 5G coverage as well as backwards compatibility to support previous generations of cellular connectivity. The device has dimensions of 135 x 15.6 x 13 mm, weighs approximately 16 g and operates in the -40 to +85°C temperature range. It is terminated with a reverse polarity sub-miniature version RP SMA male connector, which makes the antenna suitable for use cases where discreet positioning is required. The device also features a PC and ABS enclosure that can withstand harsh weather conditions and handle high and low temperatures.

Both 5G antennas operate in the ultra-wide 600–6000 MHz frequency band to bring 5G connectivity to a range of use cases, and are suitable for applications in gateways and routers, smart meters, vending machines, Industrial IoT, smart homes and connected enterprises. Their operating efficiency means they can support power- and space-constrained devices in these sectors while also enabling low-latency, high-speed 5G coverage.

Incorporating hinged RP SMA male connectors helps deployed devices to achieve the optimum position. The hinged structure adopted by the antennas further assists in avoiding signal interference from other antennas or obstructions from objects by enabling rotation to different directions when mounted on the terminal.