ANT-DB1-HDP-SMA RF Antenna Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ANT-DB1-HDP-SMA is a multi-band flat bar RF antenna manufactured by TE Connectivity Linx, designed for operation across three frequency bands: 892MHz, 1.85GHz, and 2.45GHz. This active product operates across cellular and ISM frequency ranges with SMA male termination and adhesive mounting. Substitute parts are identified based on matching frequency coverage, termination type, mounting method, and electrical performance parameters within acceptable tolerance ranges.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	ANT-DB1-HDP-SMA
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity Linx
Antenna Type	Flat Bar
Frequency (Center/Band)	892MHz, 1.85GHz, 2.45GHz
Frequency Range	824MHz ~ 960MHz, 1.71GHz ~ 1.99GHz, 2.401GHz ~ 2.483GHz
Number of Bands	3
Termination	SMA Male
Mounting Type	Adhesive
Gain	0.2dBi, -3.3dBi, 0dBi
VSWR	1.5, 1.9, 1.9
Height (Max)	0.476" (12.10mm)
Product Status	Active
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the ANT-DB1-HDP-SMA are grouped based on the following substitution criteria:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

Frequency coverage overlap within the 824MHz ~ 960MHz, 1.71GHz ~ 1.99GHz, and 2.401GHz ~ 2.483GHz ranges
SMA Male termination compatibility
Adhesive or connector mount compatibility
Flat bar or equivalent form factor suitable for space-constrained applications
Active product status and current availability

Substitute Categories:

Category 1: Direct Frequency & Form Factor Match (Flat Bar, Adhesive Mount)

MA208.A.AB.001: Flat bar antenna with overlapping frequency coverage (824MHz ~ 960MHz, 1.71GHz ~ 2.17GHz) and adhesive mounting

Category 2: Frequency Coverage with Alternative Form Factor (Whip, Connector Mount)

TG.19.0112: Whip antenna covering 824MHz ~ 960MHz and 1.71GHz ~ 1.99GHz with SMA male connector mount
TG.30.8112: Whip antenna covering 698MHz ~ 960MHz and 1.71GHz ~ 2.17GHz with SMA male connector mount
TG.30.8112W: Whip antenna covering 698MHz ~ 960MHz and 1.71GHz ~ 2.17GHz with SMA male connector mount

Category 3: Wide-Band Coverage (Flat Patch, Adhesive Mount)

FXUB66.01.0150C: Flat patch antenna with wide-band coverage (700MHz ~ 6GHz) and adhesive mounting

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	ANT-DB1-HDP-SMA	MA208.A.AB.001	TG.19.0112	TG.30.8112	TG.30.8112W	FXUB66.01.0150C
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity Linx	Taoglas Limited	Taoglas Limited	Taoglas Limited	Taoglas Limited	Taoglas Limited
Antenna Type	Flat Bar	Flat Bar	Whip, Right Angle	Whip, Straight	Whip, Straight	Flat Patch
Frequency Range	824MHz ~ 960MHz, 1.71GHz ~ 1.99GHz, 2.401GHz ~ 2.483GHz	700MHz, 824MHz ~ 960MHz, 1.574GHz ~ 1.576GHz, 1.71GHz ~ 2.17GHz	824MHz ~ 960MHz, 1.71GHz ~ 1.99GHz	698MHz ~ 960MHz, 1.71GHz ~ 2.17GHz, 2.3GHz ~ 2.7GHz, 1.575GHz	698MHz ~ 960MHz, 1.71GHz ~ 2.17GHz, 2.3GHz ~ 2.7GHz, 1.575GHz	700MHz ~ 6GHz
Number of Bands	3	7	2	4	4	1
Termination	SMA Male	SMA Male (2)	SMA Male	SMA Male	SMA Male	SMA Male
Mounting Type	Adhesive	Adhesive	Connector Mount	Connector Mount	Connector Mount	Adhesive
Height (Max)	0.476" (12.10mm)	0.354" (9.00mm)	0.307" (7.80mm)	5.850" (148.60mm)	5.850" (148.60mm)	0.008" (0.20mm)
Gain	0.2dBi, -3.3dBi, 0dBi	4.6dBic, 2.16dBi, 0.42dBi	0dBi, 1.2dBi	3dBi	3dBi	6.4dBi
VSWR	1.5, 1.9, 1.9	3.3, 3.6, 2.2	2.3	—	—	2.2
Product Status	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

MA208.A.AB.001 is the closest functional equivalent for applications requiring adhesive mounting and flat bar form factor. This part maintains frequency coverage across the primary bands (824MHz ~ 960MHz, 1.71GHz ~ 2.17GHz) with SMA male termination. Both parts are active products with RoHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating. The MA208.A.AB.001 offers extended frequency coverage and additional features (LNA, Filter) with IP67 ingress protection.

TG.19.0112 provides substitution for applications where connector mount is acceptable and space constraints permit a whip antenna. Frequency coverage matches the primary bands (824MHz ~ 960MHz, 1.71GHz ~ 1.99GHz) with SMA male termination. This part is active and ROHS3 compliant with MSL 1 rating.

TG.30.8112 and TG.30.8112W are functionally equivalent whip antennas with extended frequency coverage (698MHz ~ 960MHz, 1.71GHz ~ 2.17GHz, 2.3GHz ~ 2.7GHz). Both are active products with ROHS3 compliance, MSL 1 rating, and IP67 ingress protection. The primary difference is inventory availability (TG.30.8112: 1540 pcs, TG.30.8112W: 770 pcs). These parts require connector mount installation and have significantly greater height (5.850").

FXUB66.01.0150C provides wide-band coverage (700MHz ~ 6GHz) with flat patch form factor and adhesive mounting. This part is suitable for applications requiring broad frequency range coverage with minimal height (0.008"). Active product status, ROHS3 compliance, and MSL 1 rating are confirmed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can MA208.A.AB.001 directly replace ANT-DB1-HDP-SMA in my application?

A: MA208.A.AB.001 is compatible if your application operates within the overlapping frequency ranges (824MHz ~ 960MHz, 1.71GHz ~ 1.99GHz) and accepts adhesive mounting with SMA male termination. The MA208.A.AB.001 has higher gain (2.16dBi vs -3.3dBi at 1.85GHz) and higher VSWR (3.6 vs 1.9), which may affect impedance matching in your circuit design.

Q: What is the difference between TG.30.8112 and TG.30.8112W?

A: Both parts are functionally identical whip antennas with the same frequency coverage, gain, termination, and mounting specifications. The primary difference is inventory availability: TG.30.8112 has 1540 units in stock, while TG.30.8112W has 770 units in stock.

Q: Why would I choose a whip antenna (TG.19.0112, TG.30.8112, TG.30.8112W) over the flat bar design?

A: Whip antennas are selected when connector mount installation is preferred over adhesive mounting, or when the application can accommodate the increased height. TG.19.0112 maintains the compact profile (0.307") while TG.30.8112/TG.30.8112W provide extended frequency coverage at the cost of significantly greater height (5.850").

Q: Is FXUB66.01.0150C suitable for my 892MHz and 1.85GHz application?

A: FXUB66.01.0150C operates across the 700MHz ~ 6GHz range, which includes your required frequencies. However, this wide-band flat patch antenna has different electrical characteristics (6.4dBi gain, 2.2 VSWR, -7dB return loss) compared to the ANT-DB1-HDP-SMA. Verify impedance matching and gain requirements for your specific circuit design.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. ANT-DB1-HDP-SMA is RoHS Compliant. All substitute parts (MA208.A.AB.001, TG.19.0112, TG.30.8112, TG.30.8112W, FXUB66.01.0150C) are ROHS3 Compliant. All parts have MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating.

Q: What mounting considerations apply when switching from adhesive to connector mount?

A: Adhesive-mount parts (ANT-DB1-HDP-SMA, MA208.A.AB.001, FXUB66.01.0150C) require surface preparation and adhesive application. Connector-mount parts (TG.19.0112, TG.30.8112, TG.30.8112W) require mechanical mounting hardware and connector alignment. Verify PCB layout compatibility and mechanical clearance for your application.

Q: Which substitute offers the most compact profile?

A: FXUB66.01.0150C has the lowest profile at 0.008" (0.20mm), followed by TG.19.0112 at 0.307" (7.80mm) and MA208.A.AB.001 at 0.354" (9.00mm). ANT-DB1-HDP-SMA is 0.476" (12.10mm). TG.30.8112 and TG.30.8112W are significantly taller at 5.850" (148.60mm).

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