High-Performance Fiberglass Antennas by VLG Wireless
09.12.2024 | vlg | COMPANY NEWS Solution

In the ever-expanding world of wireless communication, antenna technology plays a critical role in ensuring robust and reliable signal transmission. VLG Wireless Technology offers a comprehensive range of Fiberglass Antennas, designed for optimal performance across multiple
wireless technologies, including LoRaLTE4G/5GWi-Fi, and GNSS. These antennas are tailored for long-range communication, high durability, and consistent performance in challenging environments, making them the preferred choice for a variety of mission-critical applications.

Fiberglass Antennas with Accessories

 

Key Features of Fiberglass Antennas

  1. Multi-Band Capability:
    VLG’s fiberglass antennas are engineered to cover a broad 
    frequency spectrum, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of technologies:
  • LoRa: 868/915 MHz for low-power, long-range  communications in IoT applications.
  • LTE/4G/5G: 700 MHz to 6 GHz for high-speed data transmission in mobile broadband networks.
  • Wi-Fi: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, supporting modern Wi-Fi standards, including Wi-Fi 6.
  • GNSS: 1.57542 GHz (L1) for global navigation satellite system positioning, including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou.
  1. High-Gain and Extended Range:
    Fiberglass antennas are characterized by their high-gain performance, typically ranging from 3 dBi to 12 dBi
    depending on the specific application. The increased gain 
    results in:
  • Longer Communication Distances: These antennas enable long-range connectivity, especially in low-power, wide-area network (LPWAN) systems such as LoRa.
  • Improved Signal Quality: Higher gain translates into enhanced signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), reducing interference and improving data integrity.
  1. Omnidirectional Radiation Pattern:
    Most of VLG’s fiberglass antennas exhibit an omnidirectional   radiation pattern, offering 360-degree horizontal coverage. This makes them ideal for:
  • Large-Area Coverage:Ideal for applications requiring broad, uniform signal coverage, such as rural or remote cellular installations, IoT networks, and outdoor Wi-Fi access points.
  1. Ruggedized Construction for Harsh Environments:
    VLG’s fiberglass antennas are enclosed in a durable, weather-resistant fiberglass radome, designed to withstand extreme 
    environmental conditions:
  • IP67 Rated: Provides protection against dust ingress and 
    temporary submersion in water.
  • UV-Resistant: Ensures long-term durability under exposure to sunlight and extreme 
    temperatures.
  • Impact-Resistant: The fiberglass housing provides robustness against physical impacts, making the antennas suitable for outdoor 
    deployments.

 

Applications of Fiberglass Antennas

  1. LoRa and LPWAN Networks
    LoRa (Long Range)networks, based on the LoRaWAN protocol, are designed for low-power, long-range communication, primarily in IoT applications. VLG’s 
    fiberglass antennas, with high-gain and omnidirectional radiation patterns, are ideal for:

 

 

 

  • Smart City Infrastructure: For applications like smart metering, street lightincontrol,and environmental monitoring, where long-range coverage is critical.
  • Agricultural IoT: In precision farming, LoRa-based IoT devices require antennas capable of covering vast areas, such as crop fields or livestock monitoring stations.
  • Industrial IoT (IIoT): For asset tracking, predictive maintenance, and machine-to-machine (M2M) communication, fiberglass antennas ensure reliable connectivity even in rugged industrial environments.
  1. LTE, 4G, and 5G Mobile Networks
    In the realm of mobile communication, LTE, 4G, and 5G technologies demand high-speed, low-latency connectivity. VLG’s fiberglass antennas provide the performance necessary to meet these requirements:

  • Fixed Wireless Access (FWA): For remote locations where 
    fiber-optic infrastructure is impractical, these antennas enable high-throughput, low-latency broadband access.
  • Network Backhaul: When used in conjunction with 5G NR (New Radio) technologies, these antennas ensure robust and 
    high-speed wireless backhaul, essential for connecting base stations and cell sites in high-density networks.
  • Vehicular Networks: In connected cars and fleet management systems, fiberglass antennas provide stable 4G/5G connectivity for real-time data transmission, enabling applications such as autonomous driving, telematics, and onboard entertainment systems.
  1. Wi-Fi Networks
    Wi-Fi networks, particularly those utilizing the latest Wi-Fi6 (802.11ax) standard, demand high-capacity antennas to support multiple simultaneous connections with minimal interference. VLG’s fiberglass antennas are designed to:
  • Extend Wi-Fi Coverage: In outdoor environments such as parks, campuses, and industrial complexes, fiberglass antennas offer long-range, high-speed wireless coverage.
  • Enable Point-to-Point (PtP) and Point-to-Multipoint (PtMP)Networks: For wireless backhaul solutions, these antennas provide reliable data links between access points, 
    ensuring seamless connectivity over long distances.
  • Wi-Fi in Public and Industrial Spaces: For applications
    in smart buildings, warehouses, or Public transport hubs, fiberglass antennas provide the signal strength and reliability needed for dense network deployments.
  1. GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite Systems)
    GNSS antennas are essential for accurate and real-time location tracking in a wide array of industries. VLG’s 
    fiberglass antennas for GNSS applications are optimized for:
  • Real-Time Kinematics (RTK): In precision agriculture, construction, and geospatial surveying, high-performance GNSS antennas provide sub-centimeter-level accuracy.
  • Fleet and Asset Tracking: Fiberglass GNSS antennas are widely used in transportation and logistics to track vehicles, ships, and aircraft, ensuring real-time positioning with minimal signal degradation.
  • Navigation Systems: In automotive and maritime sectors, 
    GNSS antennas offer reliable and uninterrupted GPS reception for navigation, even in challenging environments such as 
    urban canyons or open sea.

Technical Performance

  1. Low VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio):
    Our fiberglass antennas are designed to exhibit a low VSWR, 
    typically below 1.5:1across their operating frequency ranges. This ensures minimal signal reflection and maximum power 
    transfer, enhancing overall antenna efficiency and system 
    performance.
  2. Ground Plane Independence:
    VLG’s fiberglass antennas are optimized to be ground plane 
    independent
    , making them versatile for installation on a 
    wide variety of surfaces, from metal rooftops to fiberglass 
    structures, without performance degradation.
  3. Polarization and MIMO Support:
    VLG’s fiberglass antennas support both vertical and horizontal polarization, with specific models designed for MIMO 
    (Multiple Input, Multiple Output)
    configurations, essential 
    for boosting data throughput and signal reliability in 4G/5G 
    and Wi-Fi networks.

At VLG Wireless Technology, our Fiberglass Antennas are meticulously engineered to provide the highest level of performance across a broad spectrum of wireless communication technologies, including LoRa, LTE, 4G, 5G,Wi-Fi ,and GNSS. With robust construction, high-gain design, and superior environmental resilience, our antennas are the ideal solution for outdoor, industrial, and long-range applications where performance and reliability are paramount.