Antenova adds Rubra A10393 penta-band SMD cellular antenna

UK-based Antenova, an integrated antenna and RF module company, has announced the addition of the Rubra A10393 penta-band SMD cellular antenna to its gigaNOVA range of surface mount standard antennas. A10393 is suited for an extensive range of embedded cellular applications such tablets, tracking devices, femto base stations, remote monitoring and other M2M applications. Antenova's standard penta-band antennas offer design-in flexibility with the ease of integration benefits of a surface mountable device, making them attractive to module makers targeting growing M2M markets and product manufacturers looking to add cellular connectivity. The A10393 has already been integrated into a cellular module reference design with the SIMCom SIM900 module." The Rubra A10393 is a high efficiency penta-band cellular SMD antenna is suitable for GSM, GPRS and UMTS applications and covers the GSM850/900/1800/1900 and WCDMA frequencies. Its structure provides excellent resistance to de-tuning and offers predictable performance in customer devices. The A10315 is a compact 40 x 10.4 x 3.2 mm antenna that requires minimal ground plane. Made from low cost halogen-free FR4 substrate material, the A10315 is supplied in tape on reel and available for volume purchase through Antenova's network of distributors and agents. Antenova