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TRIO mXTENDTM (FR01-S4-210) – A standard antenna solution for

mobile frequency bands

Fractus Antennas specializes in enabling effective mobile communications. Using Fractus

Antennas technology, we design and manufacture optimized antennas to make your wireless

devices more competitive. Our mission is to help our clients develop innovative products and

accelerate their time to market through our expertise in antenna design, testing and

manufacturing.

TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component

FR01-S4-210

Fractus Antennas products are

protected by Fractus Antennas patents.

All information contained within this

document is property of Fractus

Antennas and is subject to change

without prior notice. Information is

provided “as is” and without warranties.

It is prohibited to copy or reproduce this

information without prior approval.

Fractus Antennas is an ISO 9001:2015

certified company. All our antennas are

lead-free and RoHS compliant.

ISO 9001: 2015 Certified

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INDEX OF CHAPTERS

1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION FR01-S4-210 .......................................................................... 4

2. EVALUATION BOARD (698-960MHz and 1710-2690MHz) ................................................ 5

3. CAPABILITIES AND MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS ........................................................... 10

4. MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS FR01-S4-210.......................................................... 11

5. ASSEMBLY PROCESS .................................................................................................... 13

6. PACKAGING .................................................................................................................... 15

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION FR01-S4-210 .......................................................................... 4

2. EVALUATION BOARD (698-960MHz and 1710-2690MHz) ................................................ 5

2.1. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ..................................................................................... 5

2.2. EVALUATION BOARD (698-960 MHz and 1710-2690 MHz) ...................................... 5

3. CAPABILITIES AND MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS ........................................................... 10

4. MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS FR01-S4-210.......................................................... 11

4.1. DIMENSIONS, TOLERANCES, AND RoHS ............................................................. 11

4.2. COLOR RANGE FOR THE INK ................................................................................ 11

4.3. RECOMMENDED FOOTPRINT FOR THE FR01-S4-210 ......................................... 12

5. ASSEMBLY PROCESS .................................................................................................... 13

6. PACKAGING .................................................................................................................... 15

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1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION FR01-S4-210

The TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component has been specifically designed for providing the

major level of flexibility to operate any required frequency band inside any wireless device.

TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component is capable of operating the main mobile

communication standards, enabling worldwide coverage, such as GSM850, GSM900,

GSM1800/DCS, GSM1900/PCS, UMTS, LTE700, LTE800, LTE850, LTE900, LTE1700,

LTE1800, LTE1900, LTE2000, LTE2100, LTE2300, LTE2500, and LTE2600, (698-960MHz and

1710-2690MHz), the main short range wireless bands such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (2400-

2500MHz and 4900-5875MHz), as well as the Global Navigation Systems such as GPS,

Glonass, and Beidou (1561 MHz, 1575 MHz and 1598-1606 MHz) through the same antenna

component. The TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component offers the flexibility to be tuned at

the frequency regions of interest through the proper adjustment of the matching network. This

characteristic provides an important benefit since removes the need of including different

antenna parts inside the same wireless device for operating different communication standards,

thus reducing considerably the integration complexity while saving costs. The results gathered

herein presents how the matching network should be configured for operating the main mobile

communication standards.

TOP

BOTTOM

Material: The TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component is built on glass epoxy substrate.

APPLICATIONS

• Handsets

• Smartphones

• Tablets

• Laptop PCs

• Smart Meters

• IoT Devices

• Modules

• Routers

BENEFITS

• High efficiency

• Small size

• Cost-effective

• Easy-to-use (pick and place)

• Multiband behaviour (worldwide

standards)

• Off-the-Shelf Standard Product (no

customization is required)

The TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component belongs to a new generation of antenna

solutions based on the Virtual AntennaTM technology owned by Fractus Antennas. The

technology is mainly focused on replacing conventional antenna solutions by miniature and

standard components.

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2. EVALUATION BOARD (698-960MHz and 1710-2690MHz)

2.1. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Technical features

698 – 960 MHz

1710 – 2690 MHz

Average Efficiency

> 55 %

> 65 %

Peak Gain

1.1 dBi

2.4 dBi

VSWR

< 3:1

Radiation Pattern

Omnidirectional

Polarization

Linear

Weight (approx.)

0.25 g.

Temperature

-40 to + 85 ºC

Impedance

50 

Dimensions

(L x W x H)

30.0 mm x 3.0 mm x 1.0 mm

Table 1 – Technical features. Measures from the Evaluation Board. See Figure 1. Note that for obtaining

comparable results, a ground plane length larger than 100 mm is recommended.

2.2. EVALUATION BOARD (698-960 MHz and 1710-2690 MHz)

This Evaluation Board (part number: EB_FR01-S4-210-M) integrates one TRIO mXTENDTM

chip antenna component to provide operation in two frequency regions, from 698 MHz to 960

MHz and from 1710 MHz to 2690 MHz. A UFL cable connects this single input/output port to the

SMA connector.

Measure

mm

A

142

B

130

C

60

D

9

E

40

F

20

G

12

Tolerance: ±0.2 mm

Material: The Evaluation Boards are built

on FR4 substrate. Thickness is 1 mm.

Clearance Area: 40 mm x 12 mm (ExG)

Figure 1 – EB_FR01-S4-210-M. Evaluation Board for providing

operation in 2 frequency ranges, 698 – 960MHz and 1710 –

2690MHz.

This product and its use are protected by at least one or more of the following patents and

patent applications PAT. US 62/529032; and other domestic and international patents pending.

Additional information about patents related to this product is available at

www.fractusantennas.com/virtual-antenna/.

E

D

B

A

C

F

G

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2.2.1. MATCHING NETWORK

The specs of a Fractus Antennas standard product are measured in their Evaluation Board,

which is an ideal case. In a real design, components nearby the antenna, LCD’s, batteries,

covers, connectors, etc. affect the antenna performance. This is the reason why it is highly

recommended placing pads compatible with 0402 and 0603 SMD components for a matching

network as close as possible to the feeding point. Do it in the ground plane area, not in the

clearance area. This provides a degree of freedom to tune the TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna

component once the design is finished and taking into account all elements of the system

(batteries, displays, covers, etc.).

Figure 2 – Matching network distribution

Please notice that different devices with different ground planes and different components

nearby the TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component may need a different matching network.

To ensure optimal results, the use of high Q and tight tolerance components is highly

recommended (Murata components).

698 MHz – 960 MHz and 1710 MHz – 2690 MHz

MN

Section a

Value

Part Number

15 nH

LQW18AN15NG80

0.3 pF

GJM1555C1HR30WB01

MN

Section b

Value

Part Number

2.2 nH

LQW18AN2N2C80

8.6 nH

LQW15AN8N6G80

2.2 pF

GJM1555C1H2R2WB01

1.0 pF

GJM1555C1H1R0WB01

10 nH

LQW18AN10NG80

0.36 pF

GJM1555C1HR36WB01

3.0 nH

LQW18AN3N0C80

Figure 3 – Matching network implemented in the Evaluation Board 1 port (Figure 1).

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This matching network applies to this Evaluation Board. Other configurations would require a

matching network adjustment. Please contact info@fractusantennas.com for more information

related to the matching service for a chip antenna component.

2.2.2. VSWR AND TOTAL EFFICIENCY

VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) and Total Efficiency versus Frequency (GHz).

Figure 4 – VSWR and Total Efficiency for the 698 – 960 MHz frequency range and for the 1710 – 2690

MHz frequency range (from the Evaluation Board) (Figure 1).

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2.2.3. RADIATION PATTERNS (698-960 MHz), GAIN AND EFFICIENCY

Measurement System Set-Up

Evaluation Board in Plane XY

θ = 90º Plane XY at 750 MHz and 890 MHz

 = 0º Plane XZ at 750 MHz and 890 MHz

 = 90º Plane YZ at 750 MHz and 890 MHz

Gain

Peak Gain

1.1 dBi

Average Gain across the band

0.5 dBi

Gain Range across the band (min, max)

-0.7 <–> 1.1 dBi

Efficiency

Peak Efficiency

64.3 %

Average Efficiency across the band

59.3 %

Efficiency Range across the band (min, max)

48.5 – 64.3 %

Table 2 – Antenna Gain and Total Efficiency from the Evaluation Board (Figure 1) within the 698 – 960

MHz frequency range. Measures made in the Satimo STARGATE 32 anechoic chamber.

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2.2.4. RADIATION PATTERNS (1710-2690 MHz) GAIN, AND EFFICIENCY

Measurement System Set-Up

Evaluation Board in Plane XY

θ = 90º Plane XY at 1.71 GHz, 2.2 GHz and

2.69 GHz

 = 0º Plane XZ at 1.71 GHz, 2.2 GHz and

2.69 GHz

 = 90º Plane YZ at 1.71 GHz, 2.2 GHz and

2.69 GHz

Gain

Peak Gain

2.4 dBi

Average Gain across the band

1.8 dBi

Gain Range across the band (min, max)

0.3 <–> 2.4 dBi

Efficiency

Peak Efficiency

80.2 %

Average Efficiency across the band

71.4 %

Efficiency Range across the band (min, max)

52.9 – 80.2 %

Table 3 – Antenna Gain and Total Efficiency for the Evaluation Board (Figure 1) within the 1710 – 2690

MHz frequency range. Measures made in the Satimo STARGATE 32 anechoic chamber.

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3. CAPABILITIES AND MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS

Fractus Antennas specializes in designing and manufacturing optimized antennas for wireless

applications and providing our clients with RF expertise. We offer turn-key antenna products

and antenna integration support to minimize your time requirement and maximize your return on

investment during your product development efforts. We also provide our clients with the

opportunity to leverage our in-house testing and measurement facilities to obtain accurate

results quickly and efficiently.

Agilent E5071B

VSWR

&

S Parameters

Radiation

Pattern

&

Efficiency

SATIMO STARGATE 32

Anechoic chambers and full equipped in-house lab

2 2.5 3 3.5 4 4.5 5 5.5 6

-20

-18

-16

-14

-12

-10

-8

-6

-4

-2

0

Return Los s (dB)

Frequency (GHz)

Left Antenna

Right Ante nna

Isolation

VSWR=2

2 2.5 3 3.5 4 4.5 5 5.5 6

-20

-18

-16

-14

-12

-10

-8

-6

-4

-2

0

Return Los s (dB)

Frequency (GHz)

Left Antenna

Right Ante nna

Isolation

VSWR=2

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4. MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS FR01-S4-210

4.1. DIMENSIONS, TOLERANCES, AND RoHS

TOP

SIDE

BOTTOM

Dimension

mm

Dimension

mm

A

3.0 ± 0.15

B

30.0 ± 0.20

C

0.5 ± 0.10

D (height)

1.0 ± 0.10

E

1.0 ± 0.05

F

2.0 ± 0.05

G

0.5 ± 0.05

H

8.5 ± 0.05

Figure 5 – TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component dimensions and tolerances.

The TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component FR01-S4-210 is compliant with the restriction of

the use of hazardous substances (RoHS). For more information, please contact

info@fractusantennas.com.

4.2. COLOR RANGE FOR THE INK

Next figure shows the range of the colors in the TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component:

Acceptable color range

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4.3. RECOMMENDED FOOTPRINT FOR THE FR01-S4-210

Assuming that the TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component FR01-S4-210 is placed in the

clearance area of the PCB, see below the recommended footprint dimensions.

Measure

mm

A

12.0

B

23.0

C

3.0

D

0.5

E

1.0

F

8.5

G

2

Tolerance: ±0.05mm

Figure 6 – Footprint dimensions for the single chip antenna component.

For additional support in the integration process, please contact info@fractusantennas.com.

Clearance Area

Ground Plane Area Matching network*

50 Ohm feeding line

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5. ASSEMBLY PROCESS

Figure 7 shows the back and front views of the TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component

FR01-S4-210. Due to the product configuration, the feeding pad can only be the pad 1.

Figure 7 – Pads of the TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component FR01-S4-210.

As a surface mount device (SMD), the TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component is compatible

with industry standard soldering processes. The basic assembly procedure for the TRIO

mXTENDTM chip antenna component is as follows:

1. Apply a solder paste on the pads of the PCB. Place the TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna

component on the board.

2. Perform a reflow process according to the temperature profile detailed in Table 4, Figure 9.

3. After soldering the TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component to the circuit board, perform a

cleaning process to remove any residual flux. Fractus Antennas recommends conducting a

visual inspection after the cleaning process to verify that all reflux has been removed.

The drawing below shows the soldering details obtained after a correct assembly process:

Figure 8 – Soldering Details.

NOTE(*): Solder paste thickness after the assembly process will depend on the thickness of the

soldering stencil mask. A stencil thickness equal or larger than 127 microns (5 mils) is

required.

TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna

component

PCB

Solder Paste

TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component

PCB

~ 0.1* mm

Mounting Pads (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7): solder the TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component

mounting pads to the soldering pad on the PCB. These pads must NOT be grounded.

Feed Pad (1): The location of the pad 1, 2, and 3 is fully symmetrical to the pad 5, 6, and 7. Align the feed

pad with the feeding line on the PCB. See section 4.3.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

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The TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component FR01-S4-210 can be assembled following the

Pb-free assembly process. According to the Standard IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020C, the

temperature profile suggested is as follows:

Phase

Profile features

Pb-Free Assembly (SnAgCu)

RAMP-UP

Avg. Ramp-up Rate (Tsmax to Tp)

3 ºC / second (max.)

PREHEAT

- Temperature Min (Tsmin)

- Temperature Max (Tsmax)

- Time (tsmin to tsmax)

150 ºC

200 ºC

60-180 seconds

REFLOW

- Temperature (TL)

- Total Time above TL (tL)

217 ºC

60-150 seconds

PEAK

- Temperature (Tp)

- Time (tp)

260 ºC

20-40 seconds

RAMP-DOWN

Rate

6 ºC/second max

Time from 25 ºC to Peak Temperature

8 minutes max

Table 4 – Recommended soldering temperatures.

Next graphic shows temperature profile (grey zone) for the TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna

component assembly process reflow ovens.

Figure 9 – Temperature profile.

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6. PACKAGING

The TRIO mXTENDTM chip antenna component FR01-S4-210 is delivered in tape and reel

packaging.

Measure

mm

Ao

3.3

±

0.1

Bo

30.3

±

0.1

Ko

2

±

0.1

W

44

±

0.3

D0

1.5

±

0.05

P1

8

±

0.1

P0

4

±

0.1

P2

2

±

0.1

E

1.75

±

0.1

F

20.2

±

0.1

S

40.4

±

0.3

T

0.3

±

0.05

Figure 10 – Tape dimensions and Tolerances.

Measure

mm

A

330

±

2.0

G

44.4

±

0.13

t MAX

48.4

±

0.13

Reel Capacity: 2500 pcs

Figure 11 – Reel Dimensions and Capacity.

Figure 12 – Image of the reel.