PCTEL Inc. has a new 5G, configurable, low-profile antenna platform — the Trooper™ Max 5G FR1 — available through Allied Electronics & Automation. The full 5G FR1 antenna platform covers multiple frequency bands from 617 MHz up to 6 GHz without field tuning. The Trooper Max 5G is ideal for intelligent transportation and public safety applications because of the option to add land mobile radio (LMR) connectivity through an external whip port.
For over 30 years, PCTEL has been a leading supplier of combination antennas to OEMs in the industrial and enterprise segments, as well as a top supplier of antennas for the public safety market. The new Trooper Max platform includes two high-efficiency cellular ports and two dual-band 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi ports, with an option for an external port for either TETRA or UHF LMR frequency bands. The antenna supports the leading 5G cellular routers in addition to P25 public safety LMRs. It also includes high-rejection GNSS capability for precise location and asset tracking in transportation applications. The small footprint of the Trooper Max fits securely in between the narrow rooftop ridges of the highest-selling public safety SUVs, satisfying the installation requirements of the application while providing the RF efficiency and the number of connection ports required for optimal critical communications. Plus, its aerodynamic shark fin profile makes it suitable for intelligent transportation applications with strict aesthetic requirements. The IP67-compliant Trooper Max features a double-walled compression gasket designed to provide extra protection against water around the perimeter of the antenna. This protects the antenna and keeps moisture from filtering into the mounting surface through the installation hole. The high-impact, UV-stable housing has been tested to MIL-STD-810G environmental specifications to ensure long-lasting performance in critical public safety and transportation applications. The antenna also incorporates low-loss cable pigtails and connectors for optimal durability and RF efficiency.