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DSWF 868MHz 12dBi (37.5cm)
DSWF | Part: DSWF-868-12dbi-37.5
$3.44USD
Large 868 MHz antenna with exaggerated gain claim. Only 170mm of internal element is active; remainder is empty housing. Poor VSWR performance makes this antenna unsuitable for serious use.
Not Suggested
This antenna was tested by the community and is not recommended for use with Meshtastic devices.
Key Specifications
- Frequency862-876 MHz
- Connector TypeSMA Male
- VSWR (915MHz)N/A
- CategoryPortable Antennas
- Gain12 dBi(exaggerated)
- Length375 mm
- Width13 mm
Test Results
Test #1
VSWR Measurements
850MHz
VSWR: 3.52:1
869MHz
VSWR: 2.38:1
891MHz
VSWR: 1.63:1
Notes from test
Best result straight. Tested on 1 antenna using nanoVNA V2. Only 170mm of the antenna is active; the remaining 200mm is empty plastic housing.
Tested By
Kirosbr on 2024-06-20
Test #2
VSWR Measurements
824MHz
VSWR: 2.22:1
869MHz
VSWR: 3.80:1
880MHz
VSWR: 4.368:1
Notes from test
Best result at 90° bend. Tested on 1 antenna using nanoVNA V2. Only 170mm of the antenna is active; the remaining 200mm is empty plastic housing.
Tested By
Kirosbr on 2024-06-20
Manufacturer Information
Brand
DSWF
Part Number
DSWF-868-12dbi-37.5
Frequency Specification
862-876 MHz
Connector Type
SMA Male
Description
LoRa LoRaWAN Helium 12dBi