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GeofindTM (FR05-S1-E-0-103) – GPS/GLONASS/BeiDou (1561
MHz, 1575 MHz and 1598-1606 MHz)
Fractus Antennas specializes in enabling effective mobile communications. Using Fractus
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.
GeofindTM
FR05-S1-E-0-103
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INDEX OF CHAPTERS
1. ANTENNA DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................. 4
2. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ............................................................................................. 4
3. ELECTRICAL PERFORMANCE ......................................................................................... 5
4. MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS .................................................................................. 8
5. MATCHING NETWORK ..................................................................................................... 9
6. ASSEMBLY PROCESS .................................................................................................... 10
7. PACKAGING .................................................................................................................... 12
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. ANTENNA DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................. 4
2. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ............................................................................................. 4
3. ELECTRICAL PERFORMANCE ......................................................................................... 5
3.1. FRACTUS EVALUATION BOARD .............................................................................. 5
3.2. VSWR AND EFFICIENCY .......................................................................................... 5
3.3. RADIATION PATTERNS, GAIN AND EFFICIENCY ................................................... 6
3.4. CAPABILITIES AND MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS ..................................................... 7
4. MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS .................................................................................. 8
4.1. DIMENSIONS AND TOLERANCES ............................................................................ 8
4.2. SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE INK ............................................................................... 8
4.3. ANTENNA FOOTPRINT (as used in the evaluation board) ......................................... 9
5. MATCHING NETWORK ..................................................................................................... 9
6. ASSEMBLY PROCESS .................................................................................................... 10
7. PACKAGING .................................................................................................................... 12
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1. ANTENNA DESCRIPTION
The GeofindTM Chip Antenna is specifically engineered for low cost, consumer electronics
mobile devices for GPS (1575 MHz), GLONASS (1598-1606 MHz), and BeiDou (1561 MHz).
The Geofind™ Chip Antenna uses space-filling properties of Fractus technology to minimise its
size and cost while maintaining a high radiation efficiency value. This monopole antenna
performs an omnidirectional radiation pattern, allowing it to work effectively regardless of the
position of the GPS/GLONASS/BeiDou device.
TOP
Material: The GeofindTM antenna is built on glass epoxy substrate.
APPLICATIONS
▪ Metering (Gas, Electricity, Water...)
▪ RFID (UHF Tags, Readers...)
▪ Sensors (Parking, Speed control,
Optics...)
▪ Modules Zigbee
▪ Gateways
BENEFITS
▪ High efficiency and gain
▪ Cost-effective
▪ Small size
▪ Easy to use (pick and place)
2. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Technical Features
1561 MHz
1575 MHz
1598 – 1606 MHz
Antenna Efficiency
> 75.0 %
> 70.0 %
> 70.0 %
Peak Gain
1.4 dBi
1.2 dBi
1.3 dBi
Radiation Pattern
Omnidirectional
VSWR
< 2:1
Polarization
Linear
Weight (approx.)
0.2 g
Temperature
-40 to 85º C
Impedance
50 Ω
Dimensions (L x W x H)
10.0 mm x 10.0 mm x 0.9 mm
Table 1 – Technical Features. Measures from the evaluation board. See Figure 1and picture in page 6.
Please contact info@fractusantennas.com if you require additional information on antenna
integration or optimization on your PCB.
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3. ELECTRICAL PERFORMANCE
3.1. FRACTUS EVALUATION BOARD
The Fractus Antennas configuration used in testing the GeofindTM Embedded Antenna is
displayed in Figure 1.
Measure
mm
A
60.0
B
30.0
C
71.0
D
17.0
E
35.0
F
11.0
Tolerance: ±0.2mm
Material: The evaluation board is
built on FR4 substrate. Thickness
is 1.0mm.
Clearance Area: 30 mm x 11 mm
Figure 1 – EB_FR05-S1-E-0-103. GeofindTM Evaluation Board.
3.2. VSWR AND EFFICIENCY
VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) and Total Efficiency versus Frequency (GHz).
Figure 2 – VSWR and Efficiency (%) vs. Frequency (GHz).
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3.3. RADIATION PATTERNS, GAIN AND EFFICIENCY
Measurement System Set-Up
Evaluation Board in Plane XY
= 90º Plane XY at 1.561 GHz, 1.575 GHz
and 1.602 GHz
= 0º Plane XZ at 1.561 GHz, 1.575 GHz and
1.602 GHz
= 90º Plane YZ at 1.561 GHz, 1.575 GHz
and 1.602 GHz
BeiDou
Gain
1.4 dBi
Efficiency
78.0 %
GPS
Gain
1.2 dBi
Efficiency
73.3 %
GLONASS
Gain
Peak Gain
1.3 dBi
Average Gain across the band
1.2 dBi
Gain Range across the band (min, max)
1.2 <–> 1.3 dBi
Efficiency
Peak Efficiency
73.7 %
Average Efficiency across the band
73.1 %
Efficiency Range across the band (min, max)
72.6 – 73.7 %
Table 2 – Antenna Gain and Total Efficiency from the evaluation board (Figure 1) for BeiDou (1561 MHz),
GPS (1575 MHz) and GLONASS (1598-1606 MHz) bands. Measures made in the Satimo STARGATE 32
anechoic chamber.
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3.4. CAPABILITIES AND MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS
Fractus Antennas specializes in the design and manufacture of optimized antennas for wireless
applications, and with the provision of RF expertise to a wide range of clients. We offer turn-key
antenna products and antenna integration support to minimize your time requirements and
maximize return on investment throughout the product development process. 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
4.1. DIMENSIONS AND TOLERANCES
TOP
SIDE
BOTTOM
The black dot located on the top side of the antenna indicates the feed pad.
Measure
mm
Measure
mm
A
1.2 0.1
E
0.71 0.15
B
1.9 0.1
F
0.9 0.2
C
7.6 0.2
G
10.0 0.2
D
6.2 0.2
Figure 3 – Antenna Dimensions and Tolerances.
Fractus GeofindTM chip antenna is compliant with the restriction of the use of hazardous
substances (RoHS).
The RoHS certificate can be downloaded from www.fractusantennas.com.
4.2. SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE INK
Next figure shows the correct colors of the antenna:
Acceptable color range
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4.3. ANTENNA FOOTPRINT (as used in the evaluation board)
This antenna footprint applies for the reference evaluation board described on page 5 of this
User Manual.
Measure
mm
A
1.6
B
2.3
C
7.2
D
5.8
Tolerance: ±0.2 mm
Figure 4 – Antenna Footprint Details.
Other PCB form factors and configurations may require a different feeding configuration, feeding
line dimensions and clearance areas. If you require support for the integration of the antenna in
your design, please contact info@fractusantennas.com.
5. MATCHING NETWORK
The specs of a Fractus Antennas standard antenna 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 PI matching
network as close as possible to the antenna feeding point. Do it in the ground plane area, not in
the clearance area. This is a degree of freedom to tune the antenna once the design is finished
and taking into account all elements of the system (batteries, displays, covers, etc).
Matching Network for the Evaluation Board
Value
Part Number
3.7 pF
GJM1555C1H3R7WB01
Figure 5 – Matching network implemented in the evaluation Board.
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6. ASSEMBLY PROCESS
Figure 6 shows the back and front view of the GeofindTM chip antenna, and indicates the
location of the feeding point and the mounting pads:
Figure 6 – Pads of the GeofindTM chip antenna.
As a surface mount device (SMD), this antenna is compatible with industry standard soldering
processes. The basic assembly procedure for this antenna is as follows:
1. Apply a solder paste to the pads of the PCB. Place the antenna on the board.
2. Perform a reflow process according to the temperature profile detailed in Figure 8 on page
11.
3. After soldering the antenna 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 7 – Soldering Details.
NOTE(*): Solder paste thickness after the assembly process will depend on the thickness of the
soldering stencil mask. A stencil thickness equal to or larger than 127 microns (5 mils) is
required.
12
4
3
Antenna
PCB
Solder Paste
Antenna
PCB
~ 0.1* mm
Mounting Pads (2, 3, 4): solder the antenna mounting pads to the
soldering pads on the PCB. These pads must NOT be grounded.
Feed Pad (1): the black circle on the top of the antenna indicates the position of the feed pad
in the bottom. Align the feed point with the feeding line on the PCB. See Figure 1.
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The GeofindTM chip antenna should be assembled following either Sn-Pb or Pb-free assembly
processes. 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 3 – Recommended soldering temperatures.
Next graphic shows temperature profile (grey zone) for the antenna assembly process in reflow
ovens.
Figure 8 – Temperature profile.
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7. PACKAGING
The Geofind™ chip antenna is available in tape and reel packaging.
Measure
mm
W
16.0 ± 0.3
A0
10.5 ± 0.1
B0
10.5 ± 0.1
K0
1.5 ± 0.1
B1
11.1 ± 0.1
D
2.0 ± 0.1
D1
2.0 ± 0.1
Wmax
16.3
E
1.7 ± 0.1
F
7.5 ± 0.1
K
1.8 ± 0.1
P
12.0 ± 0.1
P0
4.0 ± 0.1
P2
2.0 ± 0.1
Figure 9 – Tape Dimensions and Tolerances.
Figure 10 – Images of the tape.
Measure
mm
A max
330.0 ± 1.0
G
17.5 ± 0.2
t max
21.5 ± 0.2
Reel Capacity: 2500 antennas
Figure 11 – Reel Dimensions and Capacity.