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SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 1 of 19 SPECIFICATION Part No. : WLA.10 Description : Wi-Fi Dual Band 2.4GHz/5.8GHz Chip Antenna Features : 3.2mm *1.6mm * 0.5mm High Efficiency Dual-band Wi-Fi 2.4/5.8GHz Low profile Compact Size Surface-Mount RoHS compliant
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 2 of 19 1. Introduction The WLA. 10 2.4 / 5 .8 GHz Loop antenna is a high efficiency, miniature SMD, edge mounted ceramic antenna for Dual-band 2.4 /5.8 GHz Wi-Fi and 802.11 applications where PCB space is limited, such as hand-held devices. The WLA.10 uses the main PCB as its ground plane, thereby maintaining good efficiency despite its small size . The efficiency is very stable on the complete bandwidth of both lower and upper bands allowing for maximum data throughput rates on all channels available. The WLA.10 can be tuned for different PCB sizes/environments by simply changing the values of the matching circuit. Multiple WLA.10 antennas can be integrated easily on a board to achieve excellent MIMO throughput. At 3.2mm*1.6mm*0.5mm, the WLA.10 is one of the smallest antennas available worldwide. This antenna is delivered on tape and reel. Typical application - Dual-band Wi-Fi Communications - Handheld Devices - IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac - Tablet PCs - Specialized Control Systems - Wireless Remote Controls
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 3 of 19 The results below are based on a 80mm x 40mm ground -plane. If your ground - plane is smaller the efficiency will decrease. Contact a Taoglas regional office near you for optimization services. Many module manufacturers specify peak gain limits for any antennas that are to be connected to that module. Those peak gain limits are based on free-space conditions. In practice, the peak gain of an antenna tested in free-space can degrade by at least 1 or 2 dBi when put inside a device. So ideally you should go for a slightly higher peak gain antenna than mentioned on the module specification to compensate for this effect, giving you better performance. Upon testing of any of our antennas with you r device and a selection of appropriate layout, integration technique, or cable, Taoglas can make sure any of our antennas' peak gain will be below the peak gain limits. Taoglas can then issue a specification and/or report for the selected antenna in your device that will clearly show it complying with the peak gain limits, so you can be assured you are meeting regulatory requirements for that module. For example, a module manufacturer may state that the antenna must have less than 2 dBi peak gain, but you don't need to select an embedded antenna that has a peak gain of less than 2 dBi in free-space. This will give you a less optimized solution. It is better to go for a slightly higher free -space peak gain of 3 dBi or more if available. Once that antenna gets integrated into your device, performance will degrade below this 2 dBi peak gain due to the effects of GND plane, surrounding components, and device housing. If
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 4 of 19 you want to be absolutely sure, contact Taoglas and we will test. Choosing a Taoglas antenna with a higher peak gain than what is specified by the module manufacturer and enlisting our help will ensure you are getting the best performance possible without exceeding the peak gain limits.
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 5 of 19 2. Specification ELECTRICAL Frequency (MHz) 2400-2500 5150-5850 Bandwidth (MHz) 100 (RL<-10) 1332 (RL<-6) Peak Gain (dBi) 1.25 2.17 Efficiency (%) 66.40 59.68 Impedance (Ω) 50 50 Polarization Linear Linear Maximum Input Power 2W MECHANICAL Dimensions (mm) 3.2 x 1.6 x 0.5 Ground plane (mm) 80 x 40 (Standard Evaluation Board) Weight (g) 0.02 ENVIRONMENTAL Storage Temperature -25°C to 85°C Operation Temperature -40°C to 85°C Relative Humidity 20% to 70% *Tested on 80mm*40mm evaluation board.
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 6 of 19 3. Antenna Characteristics Return Loss Efficiency
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 7 of 19 Average Gain Peak Gain
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 8 of 19 4. Antenna Radiation Pattern Z X Y
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 9 of 19 2D Radiation Pattern XY Plane X Y X Y
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 10 of 19 XZ Plane X Z Z X
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 11 of 19 YZ Plane Y Z Z Y
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 12 of 19 3D Radiation Pattern 2450MHz 5550MHz
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 13 of 19 5. Mechanical Drawing (Unit: mm) WLA.10
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 14 of 19 WLAD.10
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 15 of 19 6. Layout Guide Footprint
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 16 of 19 * Footprint drawings in .dwg format will be provided upon request.
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 17 of 19 Matching Circuit Like all antennas, surrounding components, enclosures, and changes to the GND plane dimensions can alter performance. A pi -matching network like the one shown below is required in case adjustments need to be made. The antenna EVB has the same matching network. The components on the EVB are a good starting point for a new design, but will need to be adjusted upon integration for best performance. The zero ohm resistor is needed for the ability to solder down a coax pigtail to make measurements with a vector network analyzer.
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 18 of 19 7. Solder Reflow Profile Typical Soldering Profile for Lead-free Process:
SPE-16-8-052/A/WY Page 19 of 19 8. Packaging Packaging Taoglas makes no warranties based on the accuracy or completeness of the contents of this document and reserves the right to make changes to specifications and product descriptions at any time without notice. Taoglas reserves all rights to this document and the information contained herein. Reproduction, use or disclosure to third parties without express permission is strictly prohibited. Copyright © Taoglas Ltd.