HDGD24-24P-NF RF Antenna Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The HDGD24-24P-NF is a 2.4GHz parabolic grid RF antenna manufactured by TE Connectivity Laird, designed for WiMax™ and WLAN applications. This antenna operates in the UHF frequency band (2GHz ~ 3GHz) with a center frequency of 2.4GHz and a frequency range of 2.4GHz ~ 2.485GHz. The part is currently classified as obsolete, which necessitates identification of active equivalent and substitute components to maintain system continuity and support ongoing deployments.

Substiute Parts

HDGD24-24P-NF

TE Connectivity LairdIn Stock: 1083HDGD24-24P-NF Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

GD24-24P-NF-EZ

TE Connectivity LairdIn Stock: 815GD24-24P-NF-EZ Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the HDGD24-24P-NF is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

• Frequency Range: 2.4GHz ~ 2.485GHz
• Antenna Type: Parabolic Grid
• Gain: 24dBi
• VSWR: 1.5
• Termination: N Type Female
• Power Rating: 100 W
• Mounting Type: Bracket Mount
• Physical Height: 36.000" (914.40mm)
• Cable Length: 762mm
• RF Standard: WiFi
• RoHS Compliance: Required

The GD24-24P-NF-EZ meets all mandatory electrical and mechanical parameters required for direct substitution. Both parts operate identically within the specified frequency band, deliver equivalent antenna gain and VSWR performance, and share identical physical mounting and termination specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The GD24-24P-NF-EZ is the direct parametric equivalent for the obsolete HDGD24-24P-NF. Selection of the GD24-24P-NF-EZ is based on the following engineering criteria:

Product Status: The HDGD24-24P-NF is classified as obsolete, while the GD24-24P-NF-EZ maintains active product status with current manufacturing support and availability (765 Pcs in stock).

Compliance & Certification: Both parts maintain RoHS compliance and carry identical ECCN classification (5A991G), ensuring regulatory equivalence for export and deployment.

Electrical Performance: All critical RF parameters—frequency range, gain, VSWR, and power handling—are identical between the main part and substitute, ensuring drop-in compatibility in existing system designs.

Physical Compatibility: Mounting type, bracket configuration, cable length, and overall height are identical, eliminating mechanical redesign requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the GD24-24P-NF-EZ be used as a direct replacement for the HDGD24-24P-NF?

A: Yes. The GD24-24P-NF-EZ is a parametric equivalent with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. All RF performance parameters, termination type, mounting configuration, and physical dimensions match the original part exactly.

Q: What is the primary reason for substitution?

A: The HDGD24-24P-NF is obsolete. The GD24-24P-NF-EZ is the active equivalent part with current manufacturing support and inventory availability.

Q: Are there any differences in RoHS compliance or regulatory status?

A: Both parts are RoHS compliant and carry the same ECCN classification (5A991G). No regulatory differences exist between the two parts.

Q: Will the GD24-24P-NF-EZ work in existing installations designed for the HDGD24-24P-NF?

A: Yes. Identical frequency range, gain, VSWR, termination type, and mounting specifications ensure full compatibility with existing system designs and installations.

Q: Are there any performance differences in RF characteristics?

A: No. Both parts deliver 24dBi gain, 1.5 VSWR, and operate across the identical 2.4GHz ~ 2.485GHz frequency range. RF performance is equivalent.

Q: What is the cable length specification?

A: Both the HDGD24-24P-NF and GD24-24P-NF-EZ include a 762mm cable as a standard feature.

Q: Is the mounting bracket identical between the two parts?

A: Yes. Both parts use bracket mount configuration with identical physical height of 36.000" (914.40mm).