Peplink Mobility 42G: 7-in-1 Cellular & Wi-Fi Antenna System with GPS
Overview
The Peplink Mobility 42G is a versatile 7-in-1 antenna system designed for robust mobile connectivity. It integrates cellular, Wi-Fi, and GPS functionalities into a single, low-profile unit.
- Built for 5G ?: Engineered to support the latest 5G networks.
- Omni-directional 4x4 MIMO: Provides superior cellular performance with four independent antenna elements.
- Ultra-wide bandwidth ?: Covers a broad frequency range from 600MHz to 6000MHz, ensuring compatibility with LTE and 5G.
- Wi-Fi ?: Features 2x2 MIMO dual-band (2.4GHz & 5GHz) high-gain antennas for reliable local wireless coverage.
- Robust design ?: IP68 rated ? for dust and water resistance, housed in durable, low-profile casing available in black or white.
- Easy installation ✅: Designed for simple panel, wall, or pole mounting, suitable for various applications.
Applications
- Public Safety and mission-critical connectivity
- Mobile Healthcare
- Transportation Connectivity
Specifications
Cellular Antenna
| Elements | 4 |
| Frequencies & Gain | 2.7dBi: 617-960MHz, 5.2dBi: 1710-2700MHz, 4.9dBi: 3400-4200MHz, 6.7dBi: 5000-6000MHz |
| Bands | LTE bands B1 to B86 (except B31, B72, B73, B87, B88), 5G bands n1 to n99 |
| VSWR | < 2.5 over 95% of the band |
| Feed power handling | 10W |
| Input impedance | 50 Ω |
| Polarisation | Linear |
| Ground plane | Not required [Note] |
Wi-Fi Antenna
| Elements | 2 |
| Peak Gain & Frequencies | 5.0dBi: 2400-2500MHz, 7.5dBi: 5000-6000MHz |
| VSWR | < 2.5 |
| Feed power handling | 10W |
| Input impedance | 50 Ω |
| Polarisation | Linear |
GPS Receiver
| Frequency range | 1561-1602 MHz |
| Peak Gain | 0.5dBi@1575MHz, 1.6dBi@1602MHz |
| VSWR | < 2 dB |
| Output return loss | 10dB max |
| LNA Gain | 28 ±3dB |
| Noise figure | 1.5dB max at 3.3V |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V |
| Power consumption | 8.5 ±2.5mA at 3.3V |
Cables
LTE / 5G, Wi-Fi Cable (CFD-200)
| Loss | 0.33 dB/m @ 900 MHz, 0.49 dB/m @ 2000 MHz, 0.55 dB/m @ 2500 MHz, 0.87 dB/m @ 5800 MHz |
| Diameter | 0.2" / 5.0mm |
| Jacket | Half matt PVC, UV resistant |
| Cellular Termination | QMA male, SMA male |
| Wi-Fi Termination | RP-SMA male |
GPS Cable (RG-174)
| Loss | 3.4 dB/m @ 1000 MHz, 4.9 dB/m @ 1800 MHz |
| Diameter | 0.1" / 2.7mm |
| Jacket | Half matt PVC, UV resistant |
| Termination | QMA male, SMA male |
Mounting
| Supported types | Panel, wall, pole |
| Mounting hole | 1 11/16" / 43mm |
| Max panel thickness | 19/32" / 15mm |
Mechanical
| Product dimensions | (Height) 2.28" / 58mm (spigot not included), (Diameter) 8.19" / 208mm |
| Packaged dimensions | TBD |
| Radome material | UV stable PC |
Package Contents
- Mobility 42G Antenna
- Accessories: Wall/pole mount, Double sided 3M adhesive pad (Diameter: 8.19" / 208 mm, Thickness: 0.08" / 2 mm)
Environmental & Compliance
| IP rating | IP68 ? |
| Operating temperature | -40° - 176°F / -40° - 80°C |
| Storage temperature | -40° - 176°F / -40° - 80°C |
| Compliance | RoHS, REACH, WHEE |
| Wind Survivability | 137mph, 220 km/h |
| Enclosure flammability | UL 94 HB |
| Cable flammability | UL 758 (VW-1) |
| UV resistance | UL 746C (F1 long-term UV exposure) |
| Salt Spray | MIL-STD 810F/ASTM B117 |
Ordering Information
The Mobility 42G is available in various configurations. The product code structure is:
ANT-MB-42G-[Connector]-[Color]-[Length]
- Connector: S (SMA male), Q (QMA male)
- Color: W (White), B (Black)
- Length: 1 (1 ft / 0.3 meter), 6 (6.5 ft / 2 meter)
Example: ANT-MB-42G-Q-W-6 denotes a Mobility 42G with QMA connectors, White color, and 6.5 ft cable.
| Product Code | Description |
|---|---|
| ANT-MB-42G-S-W-6 | 4xLTE/5G, 2x Wi-Fi, 1xGPS 600-6000MHz, IP68, SMA, White, 6.5 ft / 2m |
| ANT-MB-42G-S-B-6 | 4xLTE/5G, 2x Wi-Fi, 1xGPS 600-6000MHz, IP68, SMA, Black, 6.5 ft / 2m |
| ANT-MB-42G-Q-W-1 | 4xLTE/5G, 2x Wi-Fi, 1xGPS 600-6000MHz, IP68, QMA, White, 1 ft / 0.3m |
| ANT-MB-42G-Q-W-6 | 4xLTE/5G, 2x Wi-Fi, 1xGPS 600-6000MHz, IP68, QMA, White, 6.5 ft / 2m |
| ANT-MB-42G-Q-B-1 | 4xLTE/5G, 2x Wi-Fi, 1xGPS 600-6000MHz, IP68, QMA, Black, 1 ft / 0.3m |
| ANT-MB-42G-Q-B-6 | 4xLTE/5G, 2x Wi-Fi, 1xGPS 600-6000MHz, IP68, QMA, Black, 6.5 ft / 2m |
Extension Cables
Optional extension cables are available to connect the antenna to your device.
The product code structure is:
EXC-[Terminal1]-[Terminal2]-[Length]
- Terminal 1: S (SMA male), Q (QMA male), N (N-type male), R (RP-SMA male)
- Terminal 2: Q (QMA female)
- Length: 15 (15 ft / 4.5 meter)
| Product Code | Element Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| EXC-SQ-15 | LTE/GPS elements | Extension coax cable, SMA male to QMA female connector, 15ft / 4.5m |
| EXC-QQ-15 | LTE/GPS elements | Extension coax cable, QMA male to QMA female connector, 15ft / 4.5m |
| EXC-NQ-15 | LTE/GPS elements | Extension coax cable, N-type male to QMA female connector, 15ft / 4.5m |
| EXC-RQ-15 | Wi-Fi elements | Extension coax cable, RP-SMA male to QMA female connector, 15 ft / 4.5m |
Technical Drawing
The antenna has a physical profile with a height of 2.28 inches (58mm) and a diameter of 8.19 inches (208mm). The technical drawing visually represents these dimensions.
Performance Data
Detailed performance characteristics of the Mobility 42G antenna system are provided through graphical data:
- Cellular Antenna Performance: Graphs illustrate Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR), Gain, and Efficiency across various cellular frequency bands.
- Wi-Fi Antenna Performance: Graphs show VSWR, Gain, and Efficiency for the Wi-Fi bands (2.4GHz and 5GHz).
- Antenna Isolation: Data on the isolation between different antenna elements is presented.
- Radiation Patterns: Detailed radiation patterns for LTE and Wi-Fi bands are provided in Azimuth and Elevation views, showing signal strength distribution in different directions for various frequencies (e.g., 617-960 MHz, 1710-2100MHz, 2300-2700 MHz, 3400-3800 MHz, 4200-5150 MHz, 5350-5925 MHz for LTE; 2400-2500 MHz, 4900-5350 MHz, 5550-5950 MHz for Wi-Fi).
Installation Recommendations
The Mobility 42G is designed for flexible installation:
Panel Mount
This method involves drilling a hole with a diameter of 1 11/16" (43mm) through a panel. The maximum allowed panel thickness is 19/32" (15mm). It is recommended to protect the panel surface during drilling and apply paint around the hole to prevent corrosion after installation.
Pole Mount
The system supports mounting directly onto a pole using the provided accessories.
Horizontal Pole Mount
Specific instructions are available for mounting on a horizontal pole configuration.
Wall Mount
The antenna can also be securely mounted on a wall.
