Active external GPS Antenna for Garmin iQue, Quest, StreetPilot 2610 (Comparable to Garmin GA 27C remote antenna, part #010-10052-05)

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High-Performance Amplified GPS Antennas with various connectors suited for a wide variety of applications and GPS Receivers.

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Exceptional performance at unbeatable prices, Gilsson's remote patch antenna greatly amplifies GPS signal reception whether you are navigating the city jungle or on an outdoor adventure.
In satisfying user-specific needs, we offer versatile mounting options for mobile, aviation and marine installations.
Unique user removable magnets eliminate interference with compasses in hiking, marine and aviation applications.
Light Weight: 60g
Ultra High dB Gain: 32dB ~ 55 dB
Ultrasound sealed housing: 100% Waterproof.
Power Protection Circuit.
Reverse Polarity Shutdown.
Over Current Sense Shutdown.
EMI Power line Suppression

Note: 3-ft. and 16-ft. length cables are temporarily out of stock.

90 degree (right angle) MCX connector ($50.95):

Resellers and distributors: Please visit our reseller page for information on quantity pricing and other benefits.

Dimensions: Compact footprint of 47.0 x 45.4 x 14.4 mm
Light Weight: 60g
Available Radome Colors: Black, Silver, Blue, Red and Orange (Default: Black)
Ultra High dB Gain: 32dB ~ 55 dB
Operating Voltage: Input voltage of +3vdc ~ +5vdc.
Ultra Low Power Consumption - 18mA (compared to 25mA on competing models)
Operating Temperature: -40C ~ +85
Operating Humidity: 40% ~ 95% RH
Center Frequency: 1575 MHz
Noise Figure: 1.5dB Max
Ground reception power sensitivity at over –130dB.
Heavy Duty Construction: Polycarbonate radome, die-cast base with user detachable magnets
Ultrasound sealed housing: 100% Waterproof.
Power Protection Circuit.
Reverse Polarity Shutdown.
Over Current Sense Shutdown.
EMI Power line Suppression.
Available Connectors: BNC(m), MCX(m), MMCX(m), SMA(m), SMB(m/f)
Available Cable Lengths: 3-ft, 9-ft or 16-ft (RG-174)
Versatile Mounting Means: Magnetic, Windshield Suction Mount and Permanent Flange (for surface mounting) options are available for mobile, aviation, and marine installations.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION:

All values are defined at 25±15 °C, 65±20 % RH unless otherwise noted.
Antenna characteristics are measured with 70 x 70mm ground plane in an anechoic chamber.

GPS ANTENNA

Characteristics	Specification
Center Frequency	1575.42±1.023 MHz
Bandwidth	17±2 MHz
Gain at Zenith	2.0dBi min
Gain at 10^o elevation	-4.0dBi min
Polarization	R.H.C.P
Axial Ratio	2.0dB max

LNA

Characteristics	Specification
Center Frequency	1575.42±1.023 MHz
Gain	30dB min
Noise Figure	1.5db max
Outbound attenuation	30dB min fo±50MHz (fo=1575.42MHz)
Output V.S.W.R	2.0dB max
Voltage	3.0~5.0V
Current	18mA±2

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION AFTER ENVIRONMENTAL TEST

GPS ANTENNA

Characteristics	Specification
Center Frequency	1575.42±1.023 MHz
Bandwidth	17±2 MHz
Gain at Zenith	2.0dBi min
Gain at 10^o elevation	-4.0dBi min
Polarization	R.H.C.P
Axial Ratio	2.0dB max

LNA

Characteristics	Specification after environment test
Center Frequency	1575.42±1.023 MHz
Gain	30dB min
Noise Figure	2.0dB max
Outband attenuation	30dB min fo±50MHz(fo=1575.42MHz)
Output V.S.W.R	2.0dB max
Voltage	3.0~5.0V

ENVIRONMENTAL TEST ITEM

TEST Item	Test Condition	Evaluation Item
High Temperature Test	The specimens are subject to 80°C for 90 minutes.	Standard Item According note 2
Low Temperature Test	The specimens are subject to -30°C for 90 minutes.	Standard Item According note 2
Heat Cycle Test	-40°C 2Hß à ( 2H ) ß à 85°C 2H. 30 cycles, then stored at standard evaluation condition for more then 2 hours.	Standard Item According note 2
Heat/Humidity Cycle Test	5 cycles, then stored at standard evaluation condition for 60±10 minutes.	Standard Item According note 2
Thermal Shock Test	-40°C 2Hß à (5 minutes) ß à 85°C 2H. 30 cycles, then stored at standard evaluation condition for more than 2 hours.	Standard Item According note 2
High Temperature Storage Test	The specimens are subject to 85°C for 96 hours, then stored at standard evaluation condition for more than 2 hours.	Standard Item According note 2
Low Temperature storage Test	The specimens are subject to -40°C for 72 hours, then stored at standard evaluation condition for more than 2 hours.	Standard Item According note 2
Water proofing Test	The specimens are subject to 80°C for 1 hours, then sprays water at more than 600mm/H for 1 hour, then stored at Standard evaluation condition for more than 2 hours.	Standard Item According note 2
Moisture Resistance Test	The specimens are subject to 60°C, 90%RH for 96 hours, then stored at standard evaluation condition for more than 2 hours.	Standard Item According note 2
Heat/Vibration Test	Vibration : 33 to 50 Hz 15 min, sweep 1 G for 4 hours Heat Cycle: -40°C 25 min ß à 5 min ß à 85°C 25 min, 4 cycles then stored at standard evaluation condition for more than 2 hours.	Standard Item According note 2
Weather Resistance Test	The specimens are subject to below conditions in a sunshine weather meter, then stored at standard evaluation condition for more than 2 hours. Temperature of black panel: 63±3°C Rain: 12 minutes/60 minutes Nozzle: Φ1mm Water pressure at the Nozzle: 0.8 to 1.3 kg/sq.cm Light radiation: 1200 hours	Standard Item According note 2
High Temperature Test (operation)	The specimens are subject to DC 6.0V at 80°C for 120 hours, then stored at standard evaluation condition for more than 2 hours.	Standard Item According note 2
Low Temperature Test (operation)	The specimens are subject to DC 4.5V at –40°C for 72 hours, then stored at standard evaluation condition for more than 2 hours.	Standard Item According note 2
Salt Atmosphere Test	Spray 5±1% NaCl solvent (35±2°C) to the specimens for 16 then stop spraying 8 hours for 20 cycles.	Standard Item According note 2
Package Drop Test	Packaged specimens are dropped on a common floor from 1m height in each direction along six surface, 3 mutually perpendicular and one corner.	Standard Item According note 2
Long Time Operating Test	The specimens are subject to DC 3.3V more than 1000 hours, then stored at standard evaluation condition for more than 2 hours.	Standard Item According note 2
Static Electrical Resistance Test	Adding ±10kV to every touchable place at 10 times, then stored at standard evaluation condition.	Standard Item According note 2

Note 1: Standard evaluation condition; Temperature: 25±15 °C; Humidity: 65±20%RH

Note 2: Standard evaluation Items; Appearance; Gain; V.S.W.R; Electric Power Consumption

DIMENSIONS:

ANY GPS models with an MCX (or "OSX"), MMCX, BNC, SMB female or SMB male GPS antenna connector.

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Gilsson Technologies New High Performance GPS Antennas