IPX7 Mini GPS Antenna with ESD Circuit Protection

MK-76E is the most compact IPX7 GPS antenna available on the current market. Its state-of-the-art technology allows for miniature enclosure. With good coverage almost all the way to the horizon, it performs excellently in foliage or urban canyon environment -- even in the presence of electromagnetic interference! Featuring diminutive and rugged enclosure and unparalleled performance, MK-76E is compatible with almost every GPS receiver model on the markets and provides an excellent alternative for a vast range of GPS applications including AVL, Vehicle Navigation, Aviation, and Military.

Advantages

ESD circuit protection

Diminutive & rugged construction allows for military and other applications demanding high degree of confidentiality.

Ultra-high sensitivity.

Module board available for embedded applications.

deal for PDA, HPC, and other computing devices in GPS applications.

IPX7 fully weatherproof.

Excellent temperature stability

Specifications

Physical Constructions

Dimensions

33.95mm (L) x 25.20mm (W) x 10.60mm (H)

Weight

30 grams (excluding cable & connector)

Construction:

Polycarbonate radome on metal base

Color of Radome:

Standard in dark gray, other colors available upon request

Standard Mounting:

Magnet or screw mount

Antenna Element

Center Frequency:

1575.42 MHz +/- 1.023 MHz

Polarization:

R.H.C.P. (Right Hand Circular Polarization)

Absolute Gain at Zenith:

+1 dBiC typically

Gain at 10o Elevation

-5 dBiC typically

Axial Ratio:

3.0 dB max.

Output Impedance

50 ohm

Output VSWR:

2 max.

LNA (Low noise Amplifier)

Center Frequency:

1575.42 MHz +/- 1.023 MHz

Gain:

27dB @ 3V

Noise Figure:

1.5 dB typically

Band Width:

10 MHz min. @S11£-10 dB

Supply Voltage:

2.5 ~ 5 V DC

Current Consumption:

3V : 10.6mA typically
5V : 21mA typically

Output Impedance:

50 ohm

Output VSWR:

2 max.

Total Specifications(Through LNA, Cable and Connector)

Center Frequency:

1575.42 MHz

Gain:

27 dB typically (note:1)

Noise Figure:

1.8 dB

Band Width:

5 MHz

Axial Ratio:

3 dB max.

VSWR:

2 dB typically

Output Impedance:

50 ohm

RF Cable:

10” RG178/U (standard), other length available

Pulling Strength:

6 Kg/5 sec. with molded plastics on connector end for strain relief

Connector Available:

BNC, TNC, FME (to be adapted), GT5, MCX (OSX), SMA, SMB or SMC in straight or right angle type

Optional Adapters:

FME~MCX, FME~BNC, FME~SMA, FME~SMB, FME~TNC

Environmental Conditions

Operating Temperature:

-40°C~+85°C

Storage Temperature:

-40°C ~+90°C

Relative Humidity:

95% non-condensing

Waterproof:

100% waterproof

Sales: sales@tri-m.com

Main: 604.814.5069
Fax: 888.831.5149

Tri-M Technologies Inc.
208 – 31510 Gill Avenue
Mission, BC, Canada V4S 0A1

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