The **LCANMOB1006-RSP** is a high-performance, mobile-mount omnidirectional antenna manufactured by **L-com** (a brand of Infinite Electronics). It is primarily designed for multi-band cellular applications, including 4G/LTE and sub-6 GHz 5G deployments. --- ### 1. Key Technical Specifications The following table outlines the primary electronic and physical characteristics of the LCANMOB1006-RSP: | Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Frequency Range** | 698 MHz to 2700 MHz / 3300 MHz to 3800 MHz | | **Gain** | 3 dBi to 4 dBi (depending on frequency) | | **Polarization** | Vertical | | **Impedance** | 50 Ohms | | **Connector Type** | RP-SMA Male (Reverse Polarity SMA) | | **Mounting Style** | Magnetic Mount | | **Cable Type** | RG174 | | **VSWR** | ≤ 2.0:1 | --- ### 2. Electronic Component Breakdown #### A. The Radiating Element The internal structure consists of a wideband monopole radiating element. Because it covers a massive frequency range (from 698 MHz LTE up to 3.8 GHz 5G), the element is designed with a specific geometry to maintain a low Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) across all bands. #### B. The Magnetic Base (Integrated Ground Plane) The base contains a strong permanent magnet. Electronically, this base serves two purposes: 1. **Stability:** Physical attachment to metallic surfaces. 2. **Grounding:** For monopole antennas to function efficiently at lower frequencies (like 700 MHz), they often require a ground plane. Attaching this magnetic base to a vehicle's metal roof allows the roof to act as an extended electronic ground, improving radiation efficiency. #### C. Cable and Connector (RP-SMA) The "RSP" suffix in the part number specifically denotes the **RP-SMA Male** connector. * **RP-SMA vs. SMA:** Unlike a standard SMA (which has a center pin), the RP-SMA Male has a center receptacle (hole). * **Cable Loss:** It uses **RG174** coaxial cable. While flexible and thin for mobile routing, RG174 has higher signal attenuation per foot compared to LMR-240 or LMR-400, which is why these antennas typically have shorter lead lengths (usually 3 to 10 feet). --- ### 3. Application Use Cases * **Fleet Management:** Installing on trucks or vans for GPS/LTE tracking. * **Industrial IoT (IIoT):** Connecting cellular gateways in environments where an external antenna is needed for better reception. * **Public Safety:** Used in emergency vehicles for multi-band communication. ---