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Specialty Networks

Specialty Networks

Antennas for Specialty Networks

Some networks are simple. You plug in a few key pieces, and everything works just fine. Other networks are specialized. They serve precise functions and require specific hardware. When you find yourself working with a specialty network, your only hope is to get the right tools for the job.

What Makes a Network Special?

What separates a specialty network from any other network? It comes down to use cases. The most common wireless networking applications are Wi-Fi, cellular, and radio which adhere to industry standards and protocols. Anything that exists outside of these domains could reasonably be called a specialty network. These wireless networks include military applications, Iridium communications, ISM networking, and more.

Military Antennas

Military communications use diverse equipment for equally diverse applications. Certain areas of the spectrum are explicitly reserved for government and defense uses.

 

Working in that space requires access to antennas that serve those frequency bands and applications.

The full scope of military communication is vast, but there are reasonable expectations for the average military antenna. Looking at the Mobile Mark PM-1350 antenna as an example, military equipment often needs high levels of durability and utility. This particular antenna is small enough to embed into troop clothing. The TMA-24-2CT tactical mesh antenna, on the other hand, is rugged enough to mount on the exterior of a military vehicle.

Iridium Communication

The Iridium satellite constellation provides global coverage for voice communications and other applications. Mobile and fixed networks that expand beyond the traditional line of sight benefit from satellite coverage. This lack of coverage makes Iridium networking ideal for mobile fleets and remote operations lacking access to standard communication infrastructure.

The LTM503 from Mobile Mark demonstrates how a single antenna can provide multiple functions without driving up costs or complications. This antenna works with GPS, LTE MIMO, and Wi-Fi MIMO, granting access to all three of these forms of communication simultaneously. Because it works with Iridium, it connects anywhere in the world.

ISM Hardware

ISM stands for Industrial, Scientific, Medical. It is the list of frequency bands that fall under the purview of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) and its ISM designations. In truth, ISM covers just about everything. Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and RFID all use ISM bands. So do microwave ovens, near-field communications, and garage door openers.

Considering the scope of ISM, it might be hard to consider it a specialty network, but within this grouping are highly specialized functions and the antennas that make them work. For example, consider the HD3-915. This heavy-duty antenna connects LoRaWAN devices. It allows large numbers of devices to communicate across considerable distances on unlicensed bands while using minimal power. Ultimately, LoraWAN is one of many specialty applications under the ISM umbrella.

Find An Antenna for Your Needs

Specialty networks come in all shapes, sizes, and functions. When you have specific requirements, you need equipment that fills niche roles. For that, Westward Sales is your invaluable resource. Our expert sales engineers hold a deep understanding of networking topics. We won’t just suggest a few items to get you on your way. Instead, we take the time to understand what you are trying to build and guide you to optimal hardware that does what you need. Contact us today to find the right tools for your network.

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$121.01
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$515.00
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$65.89
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$360.25
Mobile Mark SMW-303 Multiband Antenna, 5dBi Gain, Surface or Magnet Mount OptionThe SMW-303 ante..
$180.95
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$194.80
Mobile Mark SMW-306 WiFi, GPS Antenna (DSRC, Military Applications), Surface or Magnet MountThe ..
$194.80
Mobile Mark SMW-307 Multiband 3 Cable Antenna, (Cellular, WiFi, GPS), Magnet Mount OptionThe SMW..
$194.80
Mobile Mark SMW-311 Multiband Antenna (Public Safety, Military, DSRC Applications), Magnet Opti..
$194.80
Mobile Mark SMW-312 Super Wideband Antenna, 5dBi Gain, Surface or Magnet Mount OptionThe SMW-312..
$194.80
Mobile Mark SMW-313 3-in-1 Multiband Antenna, 5dBi Gain, Surface or Magnet Mount OptionThe SMW-3..
$190.75
Mobile Mark SMW-314 Multiband Antenna, 5dBi Gain, Surface or Magnet Mount OptionThe SMW-314 ante..
$194.80
Mobile Mark SMW-402 4-in-1 Multiband Antenna, 5dBi Gain, Surface or Magnet Mount OptionThe SMW-4..
$247.20
Mobile Mark SMW-404 Multiband Antenna, 5dBi Gain, Surface or Magnet Mount OptionThe SMW-404 feat..
$247.20
​Mobile Mark SMW-406 Multiband Antenna, 5dBi Gain, Surface or Magnet Mount OptionThe SMW-406 ant..
$254.20
Mobile Mark SMW-410 Multiband Antenna, High Gain, Surface or Magnet Mount OptionThe SMW-410 ante..
$247.20
Mobile Mark SMW-412 Multiband Antenna (4G LTE, MIMO WiFi, and GPS), Magnet Mount OptionThe SMW-4..
$247.20
Mobile Mark SMW-413 4:1 Multiband Antenna, 5 dBi Gain, Surface or Magnet Mount OptionThe SMW-413..
$247.20
Mobile Mark SMW-414 4:1 Multiband Antenna, 5 dBi Gain, Surface or Magnet Mount OptionThe SMW-414..
$247.20
Mobile Mark SMW-415 Multiband Antenna, 5 dBi Gain, Surface MountThe SMW-415 antenna features 4 e..
$231.70
Mobile Mark SMW-PTC Multiband PTC 220 MHz, WiFi & GPS Surface Mount AntennaThe SMW-PTC anten..
$223.05
Mobile Mark SMW-UMB Multiband 3 Cable Antenna, (Cellular, WiFi & GPS), Magnet Mount OptionTh..
$180.95
Poynting DASH-1 Smart Meter, M2M, IoT Antenna, 698 – 2700 MHz, 4dBiThe DASH-1 antenna is purpose..
$28.16
Poynting DASH-3 Smart Meter Antenna, 400 - 510 MHz, 1.2 dBiThe DASH-3 antenna is purposefully de..
$28.51
Poynting HELI-6 Directional Mine & Tunnel Antenna, 698 - 960 MHz, 13.5 dBiThe HELI-6 is a hi..
$567.83
Poynting PATCH-25 Unidirectional RFID Patch Antenna, 860 - 960 MHz, IP65 RatedThe PATCH-25 anten..
$137.85
Poynting PATCH-25 Unidirectional RFID Patch Antenna, 820 - 970 MHz, IP65 RatedThe PATCH-26 anten..
$113.08
Taoglas FXP280 868MHz LoRA/Sigfox, and ISM Antenna with I-PEX ConnectorThe Taoglas FXP280 is a r..
$15.70
Taoglas GSA.8841 I-Bar Style Wideband 4G LTE Antenna (698-6000 MHz)The GSA.8841 LTE Wideband I-B..
$29.03
Taoglas GSA.8842 Wideband Adhesive Mount Antenna (5G/4G, GPS, WiFi)The GSA.8842 Ultra-wideband d..
$30.61
Taoglas GSA.8845 Wideband 5G/4G I-Bar Style Adhesive Antenna, 450- 6000 MHzThe GSA.8845 wideband..
$35.72
Taoglas GW.11.A113 Bluetooth and Wireless LAN Screw Mount Antenna, SMA (M) Hinged ConnectorThe G..
$9.97
Taoglas GW.11.A153 Screw Mount Dipole Antenna with RP-SMA (M) Hinged ConnectorThe GW.11.A153&nbs..
$9.74
Taoglas GW.71 Terminal Mount Dipole Antenna for WiFi & ISM Applications, Hinged RP-SMA (M)Th..
$18.06
Taoglas IAA.01 External Magnetic Mount Iridium Antenna (GPS 1616 - 1626.5 MHz)The IAA.01 is a hi..
$82.34
Taoglas IMA.01 External Iridium Wall Mount Marine AntennaThe IMA.01 Iridium Marine antenna ..
$114.37
Taoglas IS.01 (Hercules) 433 MHz Screw Mount Antenna for Mesh NetworksThe Taoglas IS.01 (He..
$67.70
Taoglas IS.04 (Hercules) 868 MHz ISM Band Screw Mount Omnidirectional AntennaThe IS.04 868 ..
$70.83
Taoglas IS.05 (Hercules) 915 MHz ISM Band Screw Mount Omnidirectional AntennaThe IS.05 915 ..
$70.83
Taoglas ISA.01 Semi Flexible Adhesive (3M) Glass Mount Antenna with 1.5dBi Peak GainThe ISA.01&n..
$21.73
Taoglas ISA.05 Adhesive Mount Antenna for 915 MHz ISM Band Compact Wireless ApplicationsThe Taog..
$34.53
Taoglas ISA.06 Semi Flexible Adhesive (3M) Plastic Mount Antenna with 0dBi Peak GainThe ISA.06 i..
$21.73
Taoglas MA120 (Hercules) 2-in-1 Permanent Mount Antenna, ISM Bands 450 MHz & 868 MHzThe Taog..
$88.54
Taoglas MA130 2:1 GPS/Glonass/Galileo & 868 MHz ISM Band Antenna with Permanent MountThe Tao..
$88.54
Taoglas MA131 (Hercules) 2-in-1 Permanent Mount Antenna with GNSS & ISM 915 MHzThe Taoglas M..
$88.54
Taoglas MA501 (Hercules) 2-in-1 Permanent Mount GPS/Galileo & WiFi/ISM/Zigbee AntennaThe Tao..
$88.54
Taoglas MA510 (Hercules) 2-in-1 MIMO WiFi Dual Band Permanent Mount Antenna, IP65 RatedThe Taogl..
$88.54
Taoglas MA530 (Ultima) 2-in-1 Heavy Duty Screw Mount WiFi MIMO Antenna (WiFi 6)The Taoglas MA530..
$49.41
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