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SL1204
“...integrates quickly into GPS modules and chipsets, combined with low power consumption, making it ideal for handheld GPS applications.”
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SL1204 Active Antenna

Designed for quick integration with the latest GPS modules and chipsets, the SL1204 provides 18dB of gain through a single built in amplification stage. The low current consumption further assists with integration of GPS into mobile applications.

Applications:

Handheld, mobile GPS applications for customers who require an active antenna.

  Minimum Typical Maximum Unit
Part Number SL1204R or SL1204SB Each
Type Quadrifilar Helix  
Frequency 1573.42 1575.42 1577.42 MHz
Polarization Right Hand Circular Polarized  
Voltage 2.5 3.0 3.6 V
Current   3.5 4.0 mA
Gain 17 18   dBic @zenith
Beamwidth   135   Degrees
Bandwidth(3dB)   20   MHz
Axial Ratio   <2.0   @ Zenith
VSWR   <2.0:1 2.3:1  
Impedance   50   Ω
Noise Figure   0.8 0.9 dB
Input 3rd Order Intercept Point   -9   dBm
Operating Temperature -40 +20 +85 °C
Overall Dimensions (w/radome) 13 (dia) x 13 (width) x 34 (length) mm
Weight   9   grams

Part Number Description MOQ Pack Size
SL1204 GeoHeli® M Antenna 400 400
SL1204R GeoHelix® M Antenna with radome    400 400
SL1204SB GeoHelix® M Antenna with short sleeve 400 400

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