Equivalent & Substitute Parts for P522303

Part Overview

The P522303 is an RF antenna manufactured by Ethertronics/AVX from the Prestta™ series, designed for multi-band cellular applications. This stamped metal antenna operates across five frequency bands: 850MHz, 900MHz, 1.8GHz, 1.9GHz, and 2.1GHz, supporting CDMA, DCS, GSM, PCS, UMTS, and WCDMA standards. The part is currently active in production with RoHS compliance and unlimited moisture sensitivity rating. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical performance and mechanical compatibility can be maintained across the specified frequency ranges and application requirements.

Substiute Parts

P522303

Ethertronics/AVXIn Stock: 686P522303 Datasheet

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P522304

Ethertronics/AVXIn Stock: 7171P522304 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the P522303 is determined by the following criteria:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

• Frequency range coverage: 824MHz ~ 960MHz and 1.71GHz ~ 2.17GHz
• Supported frequency bands: 850MHz, 900MHz, 1.8GHz, 1.9GHz, 2.1GHz
• RF family/standard: Cellular
• Mounting type: Surface Mount
• Termination method: Solder
• VSWR specification: 2.5
• Maximum power rating: 2 W
• RoHS compliance status
• MSL rating: 1 (Unlimited)

Allowable Variations:

• Antenna type (stamped metal vs. chip configuration)
• Physical height and form factor
• Gain values across individual bands
• Packaging format (bulk vs. tape & reel)

The P522304 qualifies as a substitute based on identical frequency coverage, RF standards support, electrical specifications, and compliance certifications, with the primary difference being antenna construction type and reduced physical height.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both P522303 and P522304 maintain active product status within the Prestta™ series and carry identical RoHS compliance and MSL ratings. Selection between these parts should be based on physical space constraints and packaging requirements:

P522303 Selection Criteria:

• Applications requiring stamped metal antenna construction
• Designs with adequate vertical clearance (8.10mm maximum height)
• Standard bulk or custom packaging requirements

P522304 Selection Criteria:

• Space-constrained applications requiring minimal height (3.20mm maximum)
• Designs utilizing tape & reel packaging for automated assembly
• Applications where chip antenna form factor is preferred

Both parts support identical cellular standards and frequency coverage, ensuring functional compatibility within the specified RF operating parameters.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can P522304 directly replace P522303 in existing designs?

A: Electrical substitution is valid based on identical frequency coverage, VSWR, power rating, and cellular standard support. Physical substitution requires verification of PCB layout compatibility, as P522304 has a maximum height of 3.20mm compared to P522303's 8.10mm. Antenna placement and ground plane considerations may differ between stamped metal and chip configurations.

Q: What are the key differences between these antenna types?

A: P522303 uses stamped metal construction while P522304 uses chip construction. Both maintain identical frequency band coverage (850MHz, 900MHz, 1.8GHz, 1.9GHz, 2.1GHz) and VSWR specification of 2.5. The primary trade-off is physical form factor: stamped metal provides different gain characteristics across bands, while chip design offers reduced height for compact applications.

Q: Are packaging differences significant for component selection?

A: P522303 is available in standard packaging, while P522304 is supplied in tape & reel format. This distinction affects procurement and assembly processes but does not impact electrical performance or functional compatibility. Selection should align with manufacturing process requirements and inventory management practices.

Q: Do both parts meet the same compliance requirements?

A: Yes. Both P522303 and P522304 are RoHS compliant, carry MSL rating 1 (Unlimited), and support identical cellular applications including CDMA, DCS, GSM, PCS, UMTS, and WCDMA standards.

Q: What determines substitution eligibility for these RF antennas?

A: Substitution is based on matching frequency range coverage (824MHz ~ 960MHz and 1.71GHz ~ 2.17GHz), supported frequency bands, VSWR specification, maximum power rating, mounting type, termination method, and compliance certifications. Antenna construction type and physical dimensions are allowable variations when these core parameters align.