The **ANT-W63WS1-RPS** is a high-performance, dipole, blade-style antenna designed by Linx Technologies (now part of TE Connectivity). It is specifically engineered for tri-band operation, supporting the latest Wi-Fi standards including Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E. --- ### ## Technical Specifications The following table outlines the primary electronic and physical characteristics of the ANT-W63WS1-RPS: | Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Frequency Range** | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz | | **Supported Standards** | Wi-Fi 6/6E, Bluetooth®, ZigBee® | | **Peak Gain** | 2.3 dBi (2.4 GHz), 4.8 dBi (5 GHz), 5.0 dBi (6 GHz) | | **VSWR** | ≤ 1.7 (at 2.4 GHz), ≤ 2.2 (at 5/6 GHz) | | **Impedance** | 50 $\Omega$ | | **Radiation Pattern** | Omnidirectional | | **Connector Type** | RP-SMA Plug (Female socket, male threads) | | **Polarization** | Linear | --- ### ## Key Electronic Components & Design #### 1. Tri-Band Resonance The internal radiator is tuned to resonate across three distinct frequency bands. This is critical for **Wi-Fi 6E** applications, which utilize the 6 GHz spectrum to reduce congestion and increase throughput. #### 2. Dipole Architecture As a dipole antenna, it contains its own internal ground plane. This means its performance is relatively independent of the size of the enclosure it is attached to, making it "plug-and-play" for various electronic housings. #### 3. RP-SMA Connector The "RPS" in the part number stands for **Reverse Polarity SMA**. * **Standard SMA:** Male has a center pin; Female has a center socket. * **RP-SMA (This part):** The Plug (male nut) has a center **socket**. This is the standard for most consumer and industrial Wi-Fi routers to comply with FCC regulations regarding non-standard antenna connectors. #### 4. Integrated Hinge The antenna features a 90-degree adjustable hinge and 360-degree rotation. Electrically, this allows for the optimization of polarization alignment relative to the access point or client device. --- ### ## Applications * **IoT Gateways:** High-speed data transfer for industrial automation. * **Smart Home:** Connectivity for hubs and security systems. * **Networking:** Upgrading legacy hardware to support the 6 GHz band. ---