Overview

The TOXU TX-A16 is a wideband external paddle antenna developed for compatible cellular routers, industrial gateways, CPE, IoT terminals, wireless modems, monitoring equipment, and WiFi communication devices.

The antenna covers 698-2700MHz and 5100-5800MHz. The lower frequency range supports integration with equipment operating in selected 2G, 3G, 4G LTE, IoT, and 2.4GHz wireless bands, while the upper range supports compatible 5GHz WiFi equipment.

The TX-A16 uses an omnidirectional radiation pattern with vertical polarization and 50Ω input impedance. Its 200mm paddle housing and adjustable joint allow the antenna body to be positioned according to the installation direction of the connected equipment.

The standard antenna is available with SMA male or RP-SMA male connectors. Connector type, housing color, frequency matching, branding, and packaging can be customized according to the customer’s device interface and project requirements.

Although the TX-A16 covers multiple communication bands, compatibility must be confirmed against the exact frequency bands of the customer’s modem, router, wireless module, or terminal. It should not be described as supporting every global 4G or 5G band.

Key Features

698-2700MHz Wideband Coverage

The lower operating range supports compatible cellular, IoT, telemetry, and 2.4GHz wireless communication equipment.

5100-5800MHz WiFi Coverage

The upper operating range supports compatible 5GHz WiFi routers, gateways, access points, CPE, and wireless terminals.

Cellular and WiFi Combination

The wideband antenna structure allows compatible cellular and WiFi frequency bands to be covered by one external paddle antenna configuration.

Omnidirectional Radiation Pattern

The omnidirectional design provides 360-degree horizontal signal coverage when the antenna is installed vertically and properly matched with the connected equipment.

Vertical Polarization

The vertically polarized antenna structure is suitable for routers, gateways, modems, industrial terminals, and other equipment using a compatible antenna orientation.

VSWR of ≤1.5

The specified VSWR supports efficient RF signal transmission across the approved frequency ranges under the defined test conditions.

Rotatable Paddle Structure

The adjustable antenna joint allows the antenna body to be positioned according to the device installation direction and surrounding space.

SMA Male and RP-SMA Male Options

SMA male and RP-SMA male versions are available for different equipment interfaces. The exact connector must be confirmed before ordering because their center-contact structures are different.

200mm External Housing

The slim 200mm paddle housing is suitable for direct installation on wireless routers, gateways, terminals, CPE, and industrial communication equipment.

OEM and ODM Configuration

TOXU can evaluate frequency matching, RF connector, housing color, branding, packaging, and other project-specific requirements.

Technical Specifications

The listed specifications apply to the current TX-A16 configuration. Final frequency coverage, connector type, mechanical structure, and RF performance should be confirmed through an approved specification or sample test before volume production.

Applications

• 4G LTE Routers

• Compatible Cellular Gateways

• Industrial IoT Gateways

• Wireless Modems

• Customer-Premises Equipment

• 2.4GHz WiFi Equipment

• 5GHz WiFi Equipment

• Wireless Access Points

• Industrial Communication Terminals

• Remote-Monitoring Equipment

• Security and Surveillance Systems

• Smart-Home Gateways

• Wireless Data-Transmission Units

• Compatible Multi-Band RF Devices

Compatibility depends on whether the operating frequency and RF interface of the connected equipment match the specified TX-A16 configuration.

System Integration

The TX-A16 can be connected directly to compatible cellular routers, wireless gateways, CPE, industrial terminals, monitoring devices, access points, and communication equipment using a 50Ω SMA male or RP-SMA male antenna interface.

Before ordering, customers should confirm the exact operating bands of the connected wireless module or modem. General descriptions such as “4G,” “5G,” or “WiFi” are not sufficient for determining compatibility because different modules, operators, and regional networks may use different frequency bands.

The antenna covers 698-2700MHz and 5100-5800MHz. It can support compatible equipment operating within these ranges, but it must not be treated as a universal antenna covering every cellular or WiFi frequency.

The connector type must also be confirmed carefully. SMA male and RP-SMA male connectors may have similar external threads, but their center-contact arrangements are different. Customers should provide the equipment datasheet, connector model, or a clear interface photograph when the connector is uncertain.

For suitable omnidirectional coverage, the antenna should normally be positioned vertically and kept away from large metal surfaces, shielded structures, motors, power supplies, high-current circuits, and other strong electromagnetic interference sources.

Actual communication distance and signal quality depend on the wireless module, network coverage, transmit power, receiver sensitivity, antenna matching, equipment enclosure, installation orientation, surrounding obstacles, and RF environment.

For customized projects, customers should provide the required operating bands, wireless module or equipment model, connector type, device structure, installation position, available space, application environment, and estimated order quantity.

Customization Support

Frequency and Equipment Evaluation

TOXU can evaluate the antenna configuration according to the customer’s target frequency bands, wireless module, PCB layout, equipment enclosure, and installation environment.

Connector Configuration

SMA male, RP-SMA male, and other suitable RF connector configurations can be evaluated according to the connected equipment interface.

Mechanical Customization

Antenna housing, color, logo, packaging, rotation structure, and other mechanical requirements can be evaluated according to the project and order quantity.

Prototype and RF Verification

TOXU supports prototype development, RF testing, customer-side equipment verification, and final configuration approval before mass production.

Volume-Production Support

After sample approval, TOXU supports antenna assembly, RF inspection, quality control, customized packaging, and stable volume delivery.

Why Choose TOXU

TOXU provides antenna design, RF tuning, connector integration, prototype verification, testing, and mass-production support for cellular, WiFi, IoT, industrial, automotive-related, and wireless communication equipment manufacturers.

Our engineering team can evaluate antenna performance according to the customer’s operating frequency, wireless module, PCB layout, equipment enclosure, RF connector, installation position, and actual application environment.

In addition to cellular and WiFi antennas, TOXU provides GNSS antennas, embedded antennas, LoRa and ISM antennas, RF cable assemblies, RF connectors, PCBA manufacturing, GNSS modules, receiver boards, and product assembly services.

With IATF16949 and ISO9001-certified manufacturing capabilities, TOXU supports engineering verification, quality control, customized production, and stable delivery for overseas B2B projects.

FAQ

Q: What equipment is the TX-A16 suitable for?

A: The TX-A16 is suitable for compatible cellular routers, industrial gateways, CPE, wireless modems, IoT terminals, access points, and other communication equipment operating within its specified frequency ranges.

Q: What frequency ranges does the TX-A16 cover?

A: The antenna covers 698-2700MHz and 5100-5800MHz, supporting compatible cellular, 2.4GHz WiFi, and 5GHz WiFi equipment.

Q: Which connector options are available?

A: Standard connector options include SMA male and RP-SMA male. Other connector configurations can be evaluated according to the equipment interface and order quantity.

Q: Can the antenna angle be adjusted after installation?

A: Yes. The rotatable paddle structure allows the antenna orientation to be adjusted according to the equipment installation position.

Q: Can the TX-A16 be customized for our project?

A: Yes. TOXU supports frequency matching, connector selection, housing color, branding, packaging, and RF performance evaluation according to the customer’s equipment and project requirements.