Overview

The TOXU TX-A86 is an external cellular antenna designed for compatible 4G LTE routers, wireless modems, industrial gateways, cellular monitoring equipment, security cameras, vehicle communication terminals, and other wireless devices operating within 698–960MHz and 1710–2700MHz.

The antenna uses a dual-band cellular configuration covering common low-band and mid-band communication frequencies. Its vertical polarization and 50Ω impedance make it suitable for compatible cellular equipment using an external antenna interface.

The listed TX-A86 configuration provides 5dBi nominal gain, VSWR below 2.0, a 3-meter RG58 coaxial cable, and an RP-SMA male connector. The external cable allows the antenna to be positioned separately from the connected equipment according to the installation layout.

The standard connector must be checked carefully before ordering. RP-SMA male and standard SMA male connectors may look similar, but their center-contact structures are different and they are not automatically interchangeable.

TOXU can evaluate cable length, cable type, connector configuration, antenna matching, mounting accessories, labeling, branding, and packaging for suitable OEM and ODM projects.

Key Features

698–960MHz and 1710–2700MHz Coverage

The TX-A86 covers two cellular frequency ranges for compatible 4G LTE routers, modems, gateways, communication terminals, and monitoring equipment.

5dBi Nominal Gain

The listed configuration provides 5dBi nominal gain. Actual system performance depends on antenna matching, cable loss, equipment sensitivity, installation position, network coverage, and the surrounding RF environment.

Vertical Polarization

The vertically polarized configuration is suitable for compatible cellular routers, wireless gateways, modems, monitoring terminals, and vehicle communication equipment.

External Antenna Installation

The external antenna structure allows the antenna to be positioned away from the connected equipment enclosure according to the available installation space and RF requirements.

3m RG58 Coaxial Cable

The standard listed configuration includes a 3-meter RG58 coaxial cable. Cable attenuation should be considered when evaluating the complete cellular communication system.

RP-SMA Male Connector

The standard configuration uses an RP-SMA male connector for connection to compatible equipment with an RP-SMA female antenna port.

50Ω RF Configuration

The antenna uses a standard 50Ω impedance configuration for compatible cellular modules, routers, gateways, modems, and communication terminals.

Configurable Mounting Arrangement

Screw-on, swivel, bracket, or other compatible mounting arrangements can be evaluated according to the selected product structure and project requirements. The exact mounting accessories included in the order must be confirmed separately.

OEM and ODM Support

TOXU can evaluate frequency matching, cable type, cable length, connector, antenna housing, mounting accessories, product labeling, branding, and packaging according to the customer’s equipment and application.

Technical Specifications

The listed parameters apply to the current TX-A86 configuration. Final cable, connector, mounting structure, mechanical dimensions, and RF performance should be confirmed through the approved specification and sample verification before volume production.

Applications

• 4G LTE Routers

• Industrial Cellular Gateways

• Wireless Modems

• Compatible Cellular CPE

• Cellular Trail Cameras

• Outdoor Security Cameras

• Cellular Surveillance Equipment

• Vehicle Tracking Terminals

• Mobile Digital Video Recorders

• Fleet-Monitoring Equipment

• Industrial IoT Terminals

• Remote-Monitoring Systems

• Wireless Data-Transmission Equipment

Equipment compatibility depends on the exact operating bands, wireless module, RF connector, cable loss, installation method, network coverage, and actual operating environment.

System Integration

Before ordering, customers should confirm that the equipment operates within 698–960MHz or 1710–2700MHz. The general description “4G LTE” is not sufficient for final antenna selection because cellular equipment may support different regional frequency bands.

The standard TX-A86 uses an RP-SMA male connector. Customers must inspect both the connector threads and center contact of the equipment interface. A standard SMA female connector is not the correct mating interface for an RP-SMA male connector.

The antenna should be installed vertically whenever practical and positioned away from large metal obstructions, enclosed shielded spaces, high-current circuits, motors, switching power supplies, and other strong electromagnetic interference sources.

The 3-meter RG58 cable provides installation flexibility but also introduces RF attenuation. Actual cable loss increases with frequency and cable length, so system performance should be verified on the customer’s equipment.

The coaxial cable should not be sharply bent, crushed, continuously pulled, or routed beside strong interference sources. Suitable strain relief should be provided near the connector and mounting position.

If the antenna is installed outdoors, the customer should evaluate connector sealing, cable-entry protection, drainage, grounding, lightning protection, and mounting stability according to the actual environment. The current information does not specify an IP protection rating.

Actual communication distance cannot be determined by the 5dBi antenna-gain value alone. It also depends on network coverage, base-station conditions, modem transmit power, receiver sensitivity, cable loss, antenna position, surrounding obstacles, interference, and the complete RF system.

Customization Support

Frequency Matching

TOXU can evaluate antenna matching according to the required cellular bands, wireless module, equipment enclosure, installation position, and target market.

Cable Configuration

Cable type and cable length can be evaluated according to the required installation distance, operating frequency, acceptable signal loss, environmental conditions, and mechanical-routing requirements.

Connector Selection

The standard listed configuration uses an RP-SMA male connector. Standard SMA, RP-SMA, FAKRA, N type, or other suitable RF connector configurations can be evaluated according to the equipment interface.

Mounting Structure

TOXU can evaluate screw-on, swivel, bracket-based, and other compatible mounting arrangements according to the antenna structure and available installation space.

Prototype and RF Verification

TOXU supports sample development, network-analyzer testing, equipment-side verification, antenna matching, and final configuration approval before volume production.

Volume-Production Support

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

Why Choose TOXU

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

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

In addition to external cellular antennas, TOXU provides GNSS antennas, embedded antennas, combination antennas, fiberglass antennas, RF cable assemblies, RF connectors, PCBA manufacturing, GNSS modules, receiver boards, and integrated communication and positioning hardware solutions.

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

FAQ

Q: Which frequency ranges does the TX-A86 cover?

A: The listed configuration covers 698–960MHz and 1710–2700MHz for compatible cellular communication equipment.

Q: Is the TX-A86 gain 5dBi or 6dBi?

A: The available technical specification lists the nominal gain as 5dBi. Any alternative gain version must be confirmed through a separate approved specification.

Q: Which connector does the antenna use?

A: The standard listed configuration uses an RP-SMA male connector. Customers should not confuse it with a standard SMA male connector.

Q: What cable is included in the standard configuration?

A: The listed configuration uses a 3-meter RG58 coaxial cable. Alternative cable types and lengths can be evaluated according to project requirements.

Q: Is the antenna waterproof?

A: The current product information does not specify a verified IP protection rating. Outdoor sealing and installation requirements must be confirmed before ordering.

Q: Are all mounting accessories shown in the product images included?

A: Not necessarily. The final antenna structure, bracket, cable, connector, and included accessories must be confirmed in the approved order configuration.

Q: Can this antenna guarantee a longer communication range?

A: No fixed communication distance can be guaranteed from antenna gain alone. Actual performance depends on the wireless module, network coverage, cable loss, installation position, obstacles, interference, and the complete communication system.

Q: Can the TX-A86 be customized?

A: Yes. TOXU can evaluate cellular frequency matching, cable type, cable length, connector, mounting structure, branding, packaging, and RF verification according to project requirements.