Quectel LTE-A Module Series - Recommended RF Connector for Antenna Installation

LTE-A Module Series
EM120R-GL&EM160R-GL Hardware Design
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5.3.2. Recommended RF Connector for Antenna Installation
EM120R-GL and EM160R-GL are mounted with standard 2 mm × 2 mm receptacle RF connectors for
convenient antenna connection. The connector dimensions are illustrated below:
Figure 34: EM120R-GL&EM160R-GL RF Connector Dimensions (Unit: mm)
Table 33: Major Specifications of the RF Connector
The receptacle RF connector used in conjunction with EM120R-GL&EM160R-GL will accept two types of
mating plugs that will meet a maximum height of 1.2 mm using a Ø0.81 mm coaxial cable or a maximum
height of 1.4 mm utilizing a Ø1.13 mm coaxial cable.
Item
Specification
Nominal Frequency Range
DC to 6 GHz
Nominal Impedance
50 Ω
Temperature Rating
-40 °C to +85 °C
Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR)
Meet the requirements of:
Max. 1.3 (DC–3 GHz)
Max. 1.45 (3–6 GHz)