MFB8583 RF Antenna Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MFB8583 is an 836MHz ISM, LoRa, and LPWAN whip straight RF antenna manufactured by PCTEL, Inc. This UHF band antenna operates across the 806MHz to 866MHz frequency range with 3dBi gain and N Type Female termination for pole mount applications. The part is currently in active product status with 697 units in stock. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters are required for system integration, inventory management, or supply chain continuity.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	MFB8583
Manufacturer	PCTEL, Inc.
Series	MFB
Product Status	Active
Frequency (Center/Band)	836MHz
Frequency Range	806MHz ~ 866MHz
Frequency Group	UHF (300MHz ~ 1GHz)
Antenna Type	Whip, Straight
Gain	3dBi
Termination	N Type Female
Mounting Type	Pole Mount
Height (Max)	27.953" (710.00mm)
Power - Max	150 W
Applications	ISM, LoRa, LPWAN
Packaging	Tube
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)
ECCN	EAR99
HTSUS	8517.71.0000

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the MFB8583 are identified based on strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Parameters:

Center frequency: 836MHz
Frequency range: 806MHz ~ 866MHz
Gain: 3dBi
Power handling: 150 W maximum
Termination type: N Type Female

Mechanical Parameters:

Antenna type: Whip, Straight configuration
Mounting type: Pole Mount
Physical height: 27.953" (710.00mm)

Compliance & Classification:

RF Family/Standard: General ISM
Product status: Active
Packaging: Tube
Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited)
ECCN classification: EAR99
HTSUS code: 8517.71.0000

Application Compatibility:

ISM band operation
LoRa protocol support
LPWAN system integration

Substitute parts must match all electrical, mechanical, and compliance parameters without deviation. Parts are grouped within the MFB series from PCTEL, Inc. to ensure manufacturing consistency and performance equivalence.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	MFB8583	MFB8133	Match Status
Manufacturer	PCTEL, Inc.	PCTEL, Inc.	Equivalent
Series	MFB	MFB	Equivalent
Product Status	Active	Active	Equivalent
Frequency (Center/Band)	836MHz	836MHz	Equivalent
Frequency Range	806MHz ~ 866MHz	806MHz ~ 866MHz	Equivalent
Frequency Group	UHF (300MHz ~ 1GHz)	UHF (300MHz ~ 1GHz)	Equivalent
Antenna Type	Whip, Straight	Whip, Straight	Equivalent
Gain	3dBi	3dBi	Equivalent
Termination	N Type Female	N Type Female	Equivalent
Mounting Type	Pole Mount	Pole Mount	Equivalent
Height (Max)	27.953" (710.00mm)	27.953" (710.00mm)	Equivalent
Power - Max	150 W	150 W	Equivalent
Applications	ISM, LoRa, LPWAN	ISM, LoRa, LPWAN	Equivalent
Packaging	Tube	Tube	Equivalent
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	Equivalent
ECCN	EAR99	EAR99	Equivalent
HTSUS	8517.71.0000	8517.71.0000	Equivalent

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The MFB8133 is a direct parametric equivalent to the MFB8583. Both parts are manufactured by PCTEL, Inc., operate within the identical frequency band (806MHz ~ 866MHz centered at 836MHz), and share equivalent electrical and mechanical specifications including 3dBi gain, N Type Female termination, and 150W power handling capacity.

Both parts maintain active product status and carry identical compliance classifications (ECCN: EAR99, HTSUS: 8517.71.0000). The MFB8133 is available with 714 units in stock, compared to 697 units for the MFB8583, providing equivalent supply availability.

Selection between MFB8583 and MFB8133 is based on inventory availability and procurement lead time requirements. No electrical or mechanical performance differentiation exists between these parts for ISM, LoRa, and LPWAN applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can MFB8133 be used as a direct replacement for MFB8583?

A: Yes. The MFB8133 is a parametric equivalent with identical electrical specifications (836MHz center frequency, 806MHz ~ 866MHz range, 3dBi gain), mechanical configuration (whip straight antenna, pole mount, 710mm height), and termination (N Type Female). Both parts are manufactured by PCTEL, Inc. and carry the same compliance classifications.

Q: Are there any differences in frequency response between MFB8583 and MFB8133?

A: No. Both parts operate across the identical frequency range of 806MHz to 866MHz with 3dBi gain. Frequency response characteristics are equivalent.

Q: Do both parts support the same applications?

A: Yes. Both MFB8583 and MFB8133 are specified for ISM, LoRa, and LPWAN applications with identical 150W maximum power handling.

Q: Is the physical mounting identical between these parts?

A: Yes. Both parts feature pole mount configuration with maximum height of 27.953 inches (710.00mm) and N Type Female termination.

Q: What is the packaging format for both parts?

A: Both MFB8583 and MFB8133 are supplied in tube packaging with Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited).

Q: Are there any compliance or export restrictions that differ between these parts?

A: No. Both parts carry identical ECCN classification (EAR99) and HTSUS code (8517.71.0000), indicating equivalent regulatory treatment.

Q: Which part should be selected based on availability?

A: Selection is based on current inventory levels and procurement requirements. MFB8133 has 714 units in stock, while MFB8583 has 697 units in stock. Both are active products with equivalent lead times.

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