Whether you’re building a portable mobile node or a fixed base station, selecting the right antenna for your application is essential to ensure optimal performance. The recommendations provided here are sourced from community insights and practical experiences. Keep in mind that results may vary depending on your specific use case. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to reach out to us on Discord or via email
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Antennas
- 1: TE Connectivity Linx 915MHz Antenna
- 2: ALFA Network AOA-915-5ACM 5 dbi Omni Antenna
- 3: Generic Amazon Mobile Antenna
- 4: Raigen 5.8dbi Antenna
- 5: Rockland 6dbi Antenna Kit
- 6: Rockland 8dbi Antenna Kit
1 - TE Connectivity Linx 915MHz Antenna
$21.99
Series ½-wave center-fed dipole antennas are designed for outdoor and indoor use. They deliver outstanding performance in a rugged and cosmetically attractive package. The antenna contains a helical element and internal counterpoise which eliminates external ground plane dependence and maximizes performance.
It’s great low cost option for starting out. Does not require a ground plane.
2 - ALFA Network AOA-915-5ACM 5 dbi Omni Antenna
$16.97
Compact, 7 inch height. Great for mobile or base station builds
5 dbi omni antenna with Male N connector to attach directly to a bulkhead connector.
3 - Generic Amazon Mobile Antenna
$9.99 (Two Pack of Antennas)
Compact, 3dbi, Great for Mobile that would be carried with the user
4 - Raigen 5.8dbi Antenna
$31.95
Another Great use case for a base station or higher up location. Can also be used for a client or potentially a router. Good build quality and ready for deployment
5 - Rockland 6dbi Antenna Kit
$29.97
Great Antenna for Router or higher up node. Potentially great for a base station Node as well
6 - Rockland 8dbi Antenna Kit
$34.97
Great Antenna for Router or higher up node. Potentially great for a base station Node as well