New 5G frequency spectrum will enable overcrowded bandwidth to be avoided, allowing for higher speeds and reducing the impact of interference. 5G NR introduces different frequency ranges, FR1 which includes sub-6 GHz frequency bands (including CBRS and LAA), and FR2 which includes mmWave bands from 24.25 GHz to 52.6 GHz along beamforming antenna arrays for spatial multiplexing. 5G mmWave will enable a dramatic shift in the capabilities of wireless connectivity. The development and testing of antenna systems to support higher frequencies presents a unique set of challenges – from the beamforming capabilities required in antennas to the propagation characteristics of mmWave bands.
As a leader in the antenna market and a pioneer of new testing protocols, Airgain is heavily invested in the success of 5G through the development of antenna technology and products supporting 5G FR1 and FR2 massive MIMO beamforming architecture to ensure our partners get the best real-world performance for their products.
A single feed antenna structure that covers all 5G NR sub 6 GHz FR1 and 4G LTE bands from 600 MHz to 6 GHz. A truly global antenna that helps ensure customers won’t have issues with coverage – they can cover the entire spectrum with a single antenna. Suitable for a range of use cases, including fixed wireless gateways or cellular mobile devices.
From our Profile Embedded Q-Series Antenna family, a single feed antenna providing CBRS + C Band coverage from 3.3 GHz to 4.2 GHz in a very compact 27.0 x 9.0 x 0.5mm form factor. This ‘Double Infinite Balun’ balanced antenna is designed to provide optimal performance in ‘noisy’ device enclosures, providing built-in noise rejection, and improving overall RF system performance. Suitable for a range of use cases, including fixed wireless gateway or cellular mobile devices.
The add-on 5G NR external antenna series, with high performance low gain and high gain design, supports both indoor and outdoor applications and is ideal for small cell or indoor/outdoor CPE solutions.
Customizable add-on 5G NR high gain antenna array solution that offers flexible design options for embedded integrated or standalone applications. Multiple gain and bandwidth options for indoor or outdoor CPE solutions.
The ability to connect ultra high band data rates from outside a home or building to the inside is a key challenge for 5G mmWave technology. Airgain’s mmWave design portfolio provides multiple Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) solutions to help solve last meter challenges.
Airgain and MaxLinear have collaborated to provide solutions for penetrating building walls and energy efficient windows with low-e metallic coatings. Utilizing Airgain’s compact antenna solution, MaxLinear’s AirPHY system combines antennas on both sides of a wall or glass to provide near field coupling. This eliminates the need for broadband service providers to drill holes into their customer’s home for multi-gigabit 5G fixed wireless data connections.
Airgain’s new 5G and 60GHz WiGig 802.11ay laboratory is designed to rigorously test the challenges inherent in mmWave bands in order to quickly identify issues and enable fast design improvements. Our lab is engineered with the following key features:
The 5G mmWave test lab ensures our partners get the best real-world performance from their antenna designs by leveraging Airgain’s state-of-the-art test facilities and protocols.
Have questions about which Airgain solutions are best suited for your 5G application? Contact us today.