Description
The Hercules MA501 is a rugged 2-in-1 permanent-mount antenna solution that combines high-performance GPS/Galileo positioning with dual-band Wi-Fi for reliable location and local data connectivity. The low-profile, covert design is built for demanding commercial vehicle and outdoor equipment installations, with durable threads and bottom-exit cabling to simplify routing during installation.
- Accurate positioning: Active GPS/Galileo patch technology for fast acquisition and reliable navigation performance
- Dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity: Supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands for worldwide WLAN use cases
- Rugged housing: IP65-rated enclosure designed to withstand harsh outdoor and industrial wash-down environments
- Commercial-grade mechanical design: Robust threaded mounting for secure permanent installation
Connections
1x GPS/Galileo (Active) 1575.42MHz
1x Wi-Fi/ISM/ZigBee/Bluetooth 2400-2500MHz, 5150-5350MHz
Technical Specifications
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
Antenna Technologies: Patch
Location: External
Mounting: Screw Mount
Satellite Navigation: GNSS
Short-Range Wireless Standards: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, ZigBee, ISM
Type: Combination
IP Rating: IP65
Dimensions: 48*48*29mm IP65 Rated Enclosure RoHS and REACH Compliant
Weight: 475g
GPS/Galileo (Active)
Frequency: 1575.42MHz
Polarization: Right Hand Circular
Impedance: 50Ω
VSWR: <=2.0:1
Noise Figure: 1.5dB max.
LNA Gain: 32dB typ.
Input Voltage: Min: 1.8V Typ: 3.0V Max: 5.5V
Current Consumption: 6mA / 12mA / 30mA
Gain @ Zenith: 2.0dBi min.
Connector Type: SMA(M)
Cable Length: 300cm
Cable Type: RG174
Wi-Fi / ISM
Frequency: 2400-2500MHz, 5150-5350MHz
Polarization: Linear - Horizontal
Impedance: 50Ω
VSWR: <=1.8:1
Radiation Pattern: Omni
Peak Gain (Max): 4.74dBi
Connector Type: RP-SMA(M)
Cable Length: 300cm
Cable Type: TGC-200
