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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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Taoglas MA602 (Spartan) 3:1 Antenna with GPS, Cellular (824-2170 MHz) & Iridium (1616-1627 MHz) ..
$137.23
Taoglas OMB.242 (Barracuda) 2.4 GHz Omnidirectional Outdoor AntennaThe Taoglas OMB.242 (Barracud..
$68.62
Taoglas OMB.433.B03 Omnidirectional Antenna for the ISM 433 MHz Band, 3dBi Peak GainThe Taoglas ..
$124.62
Taoglas OMB.433.B06 Omnidirectional Antenna for the ISM 433 MHz Band, 6dBi Peak GainThe Taoglas ..
$138.64
Taoglas OMB.450.B03 Omnidirectional Antenna for 450-470 MHz Bands, 3dBi GainThe Taoglas OMB.450...
$124.62
Taoglas OMB.450.B06 Omnidirectional Antenna for 450-470 MHz Bands, 6dBi Peak GainThe Taoglas OMB..
$140.66
Taoglas OMB.868.B05 Omnidirectional Antenna for the 868 MHz ISM Band, 5dBi Peak GainThe Taoglas ..
$127.49
Taoglas OMB.868.B08 Omnidirectional Antenna for the 868 MHz ISM Band, 8dBi Peak GainThe Taoglas ..
$141.41
Taoglas OMB.868.B12 Omnidirectional Antenna for the 868 MHz ISM Band, 12dBi Peak GainThe Taoglas..
$306.09
Taoglas OMB.915.B03 (Barracuda) 902-915 MHz Omnidirectional Antenna with 3dBi Peak GainThe OMB.9..
$107.36
Taoglas OMB.915.B08 (Barracuda) 915 MHz Omnidirectional Antenna with 8dBi Peak GainThe OMB.915.B..
$173.51
Taoglas OMB.915.B12 (Barracuda) 915 MHz Omnidirectional Outdoor Antenna with 12dBi Peak GainThe ..
$306.09
Taoglas PCUWB01 Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Omnidirectional Antenna for 3-5 GHz & 6-10 GHzThe Taogl..
$30.23
Taoglas PHA.01 Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Horn Antenna with 19dBi Peak GainUltra-Wideband is a lo..
$1,857.15
Taoglas RI.08 Vandal-Resistant Direct Mount Roadmarker Antenna for 868 MHzThe Taoglas RI.08 is a..
$40.54
Taoglas RI.09 Vandal-Resistant Direct Mount Roadmarker Antenna for 915 MHzThe Taoglas RI.09 is a..
$49.28
Taoglas TD.95 (Blade) Dipole Terminal Mount Antenna for 868 & 915 MHz ApplicationsThe Taogla..
$23.38
Taoglas TG.46 Wideband 5G/4G Dipole Terminal Antenna (450 MHz - 6 GHz) with Hinged SMA (M)The Ta..
$34.03
Taoglas TI.08.A.0111 ISM Band (868 MHZ) Dipole Terminal Antenna with SMA (M) ConnectorThe TI.08...
$8.85
Taoglas TI.08.C.0112 ISM Band (868 MHz) Terminal Antenna with Right-Angle SMA (M) ConnectorThe T..
$8.85
Taoglas TI.09.A.0111 ISM Band (915 MHz) Straight Dipole Terminal Antenna with SMA (M) ConnectorT..
$8.85
Taoglas TI.10.0111 (-HT) 433 MHz Terminal Antenna with High Temperature OptionThe TI.10.0111 is ..
$8.85
Taoglas TI.10.0112 Omnidirectional ISM Band (433 MHz) Terminal AntennaThe TI.10.0112 is a high p..
$8.85
Taoglas TI.10.0421 ISM Band (433 MHz) Omnidirectional Terminal AntennaThe TI.10.0421 is a h..
$10.62
Taoglas TI.16 Outdoor Omnidirectional Rigid Whip Antenna with 5dBi Peak GainThe TI.16 is a 5dBi,..
$21.04
Taoglas TI.18 ISM Band Dipole Terminal Antenna with Hinged SMA (M) Connector & 3.2dBi Peak Gain ..
$14.18
Taoglas TI.19 ISM Band Dipole Terminal Antenna with SMA (M) Hinged Connector & 2dBi Peak Gain ..
$14.18
Taoglas TI.85 Terminal Mount Dipole Antenna with 868 MHz Band Operation & 2dBi Peak GainThe ..
$8.85
Taoglas TI.92 Terminal Mount Dipole Antenna with 915 MHz Band Operation & 2dBi Peak GainThe ..
$8.85
Taoglas TLS.30.105111 (Shockwave) ISM 433 MHz Permanent Mount Antenna, -0.54dBi Peak GainThe TLS..
$60.26
Taoglas TLS.30.1F11 (Shockwave) ISM 433 MHz Permanent Mount Antenna, -1.19 dBi Peak GainThe TLS...
$35.21
Taoglas TLS.30.1F21 (Shockwave) ISM Permanent Mount Antenna with -1.16 Peak GainThe TLS.30.1F21 ..
$39.68
Taoglas TLS.90 (Shockwave) Permanent Mount External Antenna, 868/915 MHzThe TLS.90 is a mechanic..
$68.02
Taoglas TU.60 Terminal Mount 3.5-8 GHz Ultra-Wideband Antenna with 3dBi GainThe Taoglas TU.60 is..
$26.30
Taoglas WCM.02.0121 Two Monopole Connector Mount Antenna (2.4 GHz )The WCM.02.0121 2.4 GHz anten..
$24.92
Taoglas WM.43 (Cyclops) Omnidirectional Flexible Whip Antenna for the 433 MHz ISM BandThe WM.43 ..
$48.86
Taoglas WM.86 (Cyclops) ISM 868 MHz Wall Mount Flexible Whip AntennaThe WM.86 is a high efficien..
$44.92
Taoglas WM.95 (Cyclops) Omnidirectional Flexible Whip Antenna (3dBi Peak Gain, 915 MHz )The WM.9..
$37.82
Taoglas WSA.2400 (Phoenix) Adhesive Mount I-Bar 2.4 GHz AntennaThe Taoglas WSA.2400 (Phoenix) I-..
$21.82
Mobile Mark YAG12-5900 Directional Yagi Antenna for DSRC Networks with 12 dBi GainThe YAG12-5900..
$194.80
Mobile Mark TMA-14-2VT Tactical Mesh Antenna for Military Applications, 1.4 GHzThe TMA-14-2VT Ta..
$794.10
Mobile Mark TMA-24-2CT Tactical Mesh Antenna for Military Applications, 2.4 GHzThe TMA-24-2CT Ta..
$608.85
Mobile Mark TMA-24A-302CT Tactical Mesh Antenna for Military Applications, 2.4 GHzThe TMA-24A-30..
$2,072.20
Mobile Mark TMA-44-5VT Tactical Mesh Antenna for Military Applications, 4.4 GHzThe TMA-44-5VT Ta..
$1,019.15
Mobile Mark TMA-44A-305VT Military Tactical Mesh Antenna, 4.8 GHz, 5 dBi GainThe TMA-44A-305VT T..
$3,656.90
Mobile Mark TMA-49-5VT Tactical Mesh Antenna, 4.4 - 5.0 GHz, Military ApplicationsThe TMA-49-5VT..
$833.80
Mobile Mark TMA-5X-4VT Tactical Mesh Antenna, 5.4 - 5.85 GHz, Military ApplicationsThe TMA-5X-4V..
$694.95
Mobile Mark TMA-5XA-304VT High Performance Tactical Mesh Antenna, Military ApplicationsThe TMA-5..
$3,291.25
Mobile Mark TMA-5XS-7VT Tactical Mesh Antenna, 5.4 - 5.85 GHz, Military ApplicationsThe TMA-5XS-..
$694.95
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