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Cisco Aironet 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Antennas and Accessories

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Cisco Systems® offers a complete range of antennas for access point and bridge equipment that enable a customized wireless solution for almost any installation.

Cisco Aironet Antennas and Accessories

Every wireless LAN deployment is different. When engineering an in-building solution, varying facility sizes, construction materials, and interior divisions raise transmission and multipath considerations. When implementing a building-to-building solution, distance, physical obstructions between facilities, and number of transmission points must be taken into account.
Cisco is committed to providing the best access points, client adapters, and bridges in the industry-and is also committed to providing a complete solution for any wireless LAN deployment. Cisco has the widest range of antennas, cable, and accessories available from any wireless manufacturer.
Cisco offers a complete range of 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz antennas for access point and bridge equipment that enable a customized wireless solution for almost any installation.
With the Cisco FCC-approved directional and omnidirectional antennas, low-loss cable, mounting hardware, and other accessories, installers can customize a wireless solution that meets the requirements of even the most challenging applications.

Access Point Antennas

Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz access point antennas are compatible with all Cisco RP-TNC-equipped access points. The antennas are available with different gain and range capabilities, beam widths, and form factors. Coupling the appropriate antenna and access point allows for efficient coverage in any facility, as well as better reliability at higher data rates (Table 1).
Cisco Aironet 5 GHz access point antennas have RP-TNC connectors and are compatible with Cisco Aironet 1200 Series and 1230AG Series access points when equipped with a RM22A radio module. Selection of the appropriate antenna should provide optimal coverage for the desired application in the 5 GHz frequency band (Table 2).
The Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Points feature multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO) technology. These access points have 6 connectors or 3 connectors for 2.4 GHz and 3 connectors for 5 GHz. Cisco has developed antennas specifically for use with the Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Points but most existing antennas can also be used (Table 4).

Table 1. Cisco Aironet 2.4 GHz Access Point Antennas with RP-TNC Connectors

Feature

AIR-ANT5959

AIR-ANT3213

AIR-ANT2410Y-R
 

Description

Diversity omnidirectional ceiling mount

Pillar mount diversity omnidirectional

Yagi mast or wall mount

Application

Indoor unobtrusive antenna, best for ceiling mount; excellent throughput and coverage solution in high multipath cells and dense user population

Indoor, unobtrusive midrange antenna

Indoor/outdoor directional antenna for use with access points or bridges

Gain

Two separate 2-dBi omnidirectional elements; minimum gain of 2.0, maximum gain of 2.35

5.2 dBi with two radiating elements

10 dBi

Frequency

2.4 GHz

2.4 GHz

2.4 GHz

Approximate Indoor Range at 6 Mbps*

295 ft (90 m)

379 ft (121 m)

548 ft (167 m)

Approximate Indoor Range at 54 Mbps*

88 ft (27 m)

114 ft (35 m)

165 ft (50 m)

Beam Width

360°H, 80°V

360°H, 25°V

55°H, 47°V

Cable Length

3 ft (0.91 m)**

3 ft (0.91 m)

3 ft (0.91 m)

Dimensions

5.3 x 2.8 x 0.9 in. (13.5 x 7.1 x 2.3 cm)

14 x 5 x 1 in. (35.5 x 12.7 x 2.5 cm)

7.25 x 3 in. (18.4 x 7.62 cm)

Weight

7 oz (0.19 kg)

1 lb (0.45 kg)

8 oz (0.23 kg)

Operating Temperature

0° to +55°C

0° to +70°C

-30° to +70°C

* All range estimations are based on an external antenna associating with an integrated Intel Centrino client adapter under ideal conditions. The distances referenced here are approximations and should be used for estimation purposes only.
** The cable provided on noted antennas meets UL 2043 certification for plenum rating requirements set by local fire codes and supports installation in environmental air spaces such as areas above suspended ceilings.

Feature

AIR-ANT1728

AIR-ANT4941

AIR-ANT2422DG-R**

AIR-ANT2422DW-R
 

Description

Omnidirectional ceiling mount

2.2-dBi black dipole antenna

2.2 dBi gray non-articulating dipole antenna

2.2-dBi white dipole antenna

Application

Indoor midrange antenna, typically hung from crossbars of drop ceilings

Indoor omnidirectional coverage

Indoor omnidirectional coverage

Indoor omnidirectional coverage

Gain

5.2 dBi

2.2 dBi

2.2 dBi

2.2 dBi

Frequency

2.4 GHz

2.4 GHz

2.4 GHz

2.4 GHz

Approximate Indoor Range at 6 Mbps*

379 ft (116 m)

300 ft (91 m)

300 ft (91 m)

300 ft (91 m)

Approximate Indoor Range at 54 Mbps*

114 ft (35 m)

90 ft (27 m)

90 ft (27 m)

90 ft (27 m)

Beam Width

360°H, 36°V

360°H, 65°V

360°H, 65°V

360°H, 65°V

Cable Length

3 ft (0.91 m)

None

None

None

Dimensions

Length: 11.25 in. (28.5 cm)

Diameter: 1 in. (2.5 cm)

5.5 in. (14 cm)

3.9 in (9.9 cm)

5.5 in. (14 cm)

Weight

4.6 oz (0.13 kg)

1.1 oz (31 g)

1.1 oz (31 g)

1.1 oz (31 g)

Operating Temperature

0° to +55°C

0° to +55°C

0° to +55°C

0° to +55°C

* All range estimations are based on an external antenna associating with an integrated Intel Centrino client adapter under ideal conditions. The distances referenced here are approximations and should be used for estimation purposes only.
** Best suited for use on the Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point but can also be used on other access points with RP-TNC connectors.

Feature

AIR-ANT2485P-R

AIR-ANT2460P-R

AIR-ANT2450S-R

AIR-ANT2465P-R
 

Description

Patch wall mount

Patch wall mount

Wall Mount sector

Diversity patch wall mount

Application

Indoor/outdoor, unobtrusive, long-range antenna (may also be used as a midrange bridge antenna)

Indoor/outdoor, unobtrusive, midrange antenna (may also be used as a midrange bridge antenna)

Indoor, outdoor, midrange, sector antenna (may be used as a midrange bridge antenna

Indoor/outdoor, unobtrusive midrange antenna

Gain

8.5 dBi

6 dBi

5 dBi

6.5 dBi with two radiating elements

Frequency

2.4 GHz

2.4 GHz

2.4 GHz

2.4 GHz

Approximate Indoor Range at 6 Mbps*

507 ft (155 m)

403 ft (123 m)

379 ft (116 m)

418 ft (127 m)

Approximate Indoor Range at 54 Mbps*

153 ft (47 m)

121 ft (37 m)

114 ft (35 m)

126 ft (38 m)

Beam Width

66°H, 56°V

75°H, 73°V

135°H, 54°V

75°H, 57°V

Cable Length

3 ft (0.91 m)

3 ft (0.91 m)

3 ft (0.91 m)**

3 ft (0.91 m)**

Dimensions

5.3 x 5.3 x .90 in. (13.5 x 13.5 x 2.28 cm)

4.1 x 3.9 x .75 in. (10.4 x 9.9 x 1.9 cm)

6 x 3 x 2 in

(15.2 x 7.6 x 5 cm)

5 x 6.7 x .90 in. (12.7 x 17 x 2.28 cm)

Weight

8.2 oz (0.23 kg)

6 oz (0.17 kg)

7 oz ( 0.2 kg)

11.6 oz (0.33 kg)

Operating Temperature

-30° to +70°C

-30° to +70°C

-30° to +70°C

-30° to +70°C

Table 2. Cisco Aironet 5 GHz Access Point Antennas with RP-TNC Connectors

Feature

AIR-ANT5135D-R

AIR-ANT5135DG-R****

AIR-ANT5135DW-R
 

Description

3.5-dBi black dipole antenna

3.5 dB5 gray non-articulating dipole antenna

3.5-dBi white dipole antenna

Application

Indoor omnidirectional coverage

Indoor omnidirectional

Indoor omnidirectional coverage

Gain

3.5 dBi

3.5 dBi

3.5 dBi

Frequency***

5 GHz

5 GHz

5 GHz

Approximate Indoor Range at 6 Mbps*

675 ft (206 m)

675 ft (206 m)

675 ft (206 m)

Approximate Indoor Range at 54 Mbps*

75 ft (21 m)

75 ft (21 m)

75 ft (21 m)

Beam Width

360°H, 40°E

360°H, 40°E

360°H, 40°E

Cable Length

None

None

None

Dimensions

5.3 x 0.6 in.

(13.5 x 1.5 cm)

3.61 x .06 in

(9.2 x 1.5 cm)

5.3 x 0.6 in.

(13.5 x 1.5 cm)

Weight

1 oz (28.3 g)

1 oz (28.3 g)

1 oz (28.3 g)

Operating Temperature

0° to +55°C

0° to +55°C

0° to +55°C

* All range estimations are based on an external antenna associating with an integrated Intel Centrino client under ideal conditions. The distances referenced here are approximations and should be used for estimation purposes only.
** The cable provided on noted antennas meets UL 2043 certification for plenum rating requirements set by local fire codes and supports installation in environmental air spaces such as areas above suspended ceilings.
*** 5 GHz antennas are denoted by either a blue dot on the radome or blue marker on the cable near the connector.
**** Best suited for use on the Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point but can also be used on other access points with RP-TNC connectors.

Cisco Dual Band Antenna for 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Access Points

Cisco offers a dual band antenna, or a radome which has both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz elements in one low profile package. The antenna has 4 cables, two for 2.4 GHz and 2 for 5 GHz, color coded to prevent any accidental connections. Easy to install and lightweight, this antenna is ideal for indoor wall or ceiling mount applications (Table 3).

Table 3. Cisco Dual Band Antenna for 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Access Points

Feature

AIR-ANT2451V-R=
 

Description

Dual band: 2 dBi in 2.4 GHz and 3dBi in 5 GHz omnidirectional ceiling mount

Application

Indoor midrange antenna

Gain

2 dBi in 2.4 GHz

3 dBi in 5 GHz

Frequency*

2.4 and 5 GHz

Approximate Indoor Range at 6 Mbps**

2.4 GHz: 295 ft (90 m)

5 GHz: 675 ft (206 m)

Approximate Indoor Range at 54 Mbps**

2.4 GHz: 88 ft (27 m)

5 GHz: 75 ft (21 m)

Beam Width

2.4GHz: 360°H, 80°E

5 GHz: 360°H, 50°E

Cable Length

18 in (45.7 cm)

Dimensions

8.5 in. x 6 in. x .93 in (21.5 cm x 15.2 cm x 2.4cm)

Weight

1 lb (4.5 kg)

Operating Temperature

0° to +55°C

*5 GHz antennas are denoted by either a blue dot on the radome or blue marker on the cable near the connector.
** All range estimations are based on an external antenna associating with an integrated Intel Centrino client adapter under ideal conditions. The distances referenced here are approximations and should be used for estimation purposes only.

2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Access Point Antennas with RP-TNC Connectors for Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Points

Cisco offers antennas that can be used with the Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Points, which feature 802.11n technology. The antennas and access points utilize an RP-TNC type connector. Two antennas are available for the 2.4 and 5 GHz band (Table 4).

Table 4. 2.4 GHz And 5 GHz Access Point Antennas with RP-TNC Connectors for Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Points

Feature

AIR-ANT2430V-R

AIR-ANT5140V-R
 

Description

Ceiling mount omnidirectional

Ceiling mount omnidirectional

Application

Indoor carpeted area type, unobtrusive omnidirectional antennas for Cisco Aironet 1250 Series MIMO Radios

Indoor carpeted area type unobtrusive omnidirectional antenna for Cisco Aironet 1250 Series MIMO Radios

Gain

3.0 dBi

4.0 dBi

Frequency

2.4 GHz

5 GHz

Approximate Indoor Range at 6 Mbps*

507 ft (155 m)

403 ft (123 m)

Approximate Indoor Range at 54 Mbps*

153 ft (47 m)

121 ft (37 m)

Beam Width

360°H, 60°V

360°H, 45°V

Cable Length

3 ft (0.91 m)

3 cables with RP-TNC

3 ft (0.91 m)

3 cables with RP-TNC

Dimensions

12.1 x 4.2 x 1.6 in.

(30.73 x 10.67 x 4.06 cm)

6.9 x 3 x .9 in

(17.53 x 7.62 x 2.29 cm)

Weight

27 oz (0.76 kg)

14.1 oz (0.40 kg)

Operating Temperature

0º to +55ºC

-0º to +55ºC

* All range estimations are based on an external antenna associating with an integrated Intel Centrino client under ideal conditions. The distances referenced here are approximations and should be used for estimation purposes only.

Feature

AIR-ANT2451V-R=

AIR-ANT5145V-R

AIR-ANT5160V-R

AIR-ANT5170P-R

AIR-ANT5195P-R
 

Description

Duall band: 2 dBi in 2.4 GHz and 3dBi in 5 GHz omnidirectional ceiling mount

4.5-dBi diversity omnidirectional ceiling mount

6 dBi omnidirectional antenna

Diversity patch wall mount

Patch wall or articulating mast mount

Application

Indoor midrange antenna

Indoor midrange antenna

Indoor/outdoor midrange antenna

Indoor/outdoor directional wall mount antenna

Indoor/outdoor patch antenna provides different mounting options

Gain

2 dBi in 2.4 GHz

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