Ebyte’s high-performance outdoor antenna lineup features the TXWF-BLG-26 (8.0dBi, 2.4/5.8GHz dual-band omni fiberglass), the TX5800-BLG-35 (10.0dBi, 5.8GHz single-band omni fiberglass), and the TX2400-PB-2222 (16.0dBi, 2.4GHz high-gain directional panel LPDA), all engineered with 50-ohm impedance and SWR under 1.5 to maximize wireless range and signal stability for outdoor industrial IoT Gateways and Wi-Fi systems.
| Spec Category | Parameter Dimension | TXWF-BLG-26 | TX5800-BLG-35 | TX2400-PB-2222 |
| Basic Info | Antenna Type | Dual-Band Omni Fiberglass | Single-Band Omni Fiberglass | Wall-Mount Directional Panel (LPDA) |
| Height/Dimensions | 260 mm | 350 mm | Standard Panel Size | |
| Product Weight | 108g (plus or minus 2g) | 132g (plus or minus 2g) | 616g (plus or minus 5g) | |
| RF Specs | Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz / 5.8 GHz | 5.15 GHz to 5.85 GHz | 2.4 GHz to 2.5 GHz |
| Maximum Gain | 8.0 dBi | 10.0 dBi | 16.0 dBi | |
| Standing Wave Ratio | Under 1.5 | Under 1.5 | Under 1.5 | |
| Input Impedance | 50 Ohm | 50 Ohm | 50 Ohm | |
| Hardware | Connector Interface | N-J (N Male) | N-J (N Male) | SMA-J or N-J |
| Radiation Pattern | Omnidirectional (360-degree) | Omnidirectional (360-degree) | Directional | |
| Shell Material | Weatherproof Fiberglass | Weatherproof Fiberglass | Heavy-Duty ABS Panel |
Practical Application Scenarios
Scenario 1: Industrial Warehouse Wi-Fi Coverage & AGV Dispatching
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Regional Industry Pain Points: Large-scale automated logistics warehouses in North America use high-speed automated guided vehicles (AGVs) operating on 2.4GHz/5.8GHz Wi-Fi networks. Metal racking structures block RF signals, causing severe multipath fading and dead zones that lead to AGV offline timeouts and system halts.
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Ebyte Technical Solution: By deploying the TXWF-BLG-26 8.0dBi dual-band omni fiberglass antenna mounted high on the ceiling beams and connected to Ebyte industrial Wi-Fi routers, operators can establish a robust 360-degree coverage zone. The dual-band configuration ensures AGVs can seamlessly roam between the less congested 5.8GHz band and the longer-range 2.4GHz band, eliminating packet loss and maintaining continuous fleet synchronization.
Scenario 2: Offshore Oil Rig & High-Throughput Point-to-Point Backhaul
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Regional Industry Pain Points: Offshore drilling platforms and shoreline base stations in the Middle East require high-bandwidth data links to stream surveillance video and SCADA analytics back to land. Standard sub-GHz frequencies lack the bandwidth, while 5.8GHz signals fade rapidly over open water due to high humidity, salt spray corrosion, and extreme weather conditions.
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Ebyte Technical Solution: The TX5800-BLG-35 is built with a ruggedized, corrosion-resistant fiberglass shell that perfectly seals the internal copper radiator elements against moisture and salt. Offering a high gain of 10dBi at 5.8GHz, it is ideal for mounting on outdoor towers. When used in pairs alongside Ebyte high-power 5.8GHz wireless transceivers, it secures a stable, high-speed, long-range transmission bridge that withstands harsh marine climates.
Scenario 3: Municipal Smart City Traffic Monitoring & Narrow-Corridor Wi-Fi Bridging
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Regional Industry Pain Points: Municipal traffic control systems require high-resolution video streams from roadside cameras to be transmitted back to central street-cabinet receivers. Omnidirectional antennas waste RF energy by broadcasting signals in all directions, causing interference to surrounding residential networks and suffering from poor range along straight streets.
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Ebyte Technical Solution: The TX2400-PB-2222 16dBi high-gain directional panel antenna focuses RF energy into a tight, highly directed beam. Mounted on a utility pole or wall facing down the street, it concentrates the signal precisely toward the remote camera node. This directional pattern dramatically increases the signal-to-noise ratio and range, preventing interference from other residential networks while providing a rock-solid, long-distance 2.4GHz data pipeline.
FAQ Section
Q1: What is the main structural benefit of using a fiberglass shell for outdoor antennas like the TXWF-BLG-26 and TX5800-BLG-35?
A1: Fiberglass is an exceptional material for outdoor deployments because it is highly resistant to UV radiation, extreme temperature fluctuations, acid rain, and saltwater corrosion. Unlike standard plastic or rubber antennas that crack and leak under constant sunlight and moisture, Ebyte's fiberglass antennas remain completely sealed, protecting the internal copper radiators and ensuring stable, long-term RF performance without degradation.
Q2: How do I choose between an omnidirectional fiberglass antenna and the TX2400-PB-2222 directional panel antenna?
A2: The choice depends on your network layout. If your central host station needs to communicate with multiple client nodes scattered in all directions (360 degrees), you should use an omnidirectional antenna like the TXWF-BLG-26 or TX5800-BLG-35. However, if you are setting up a point-to-point link over a long distance, or need to target a single remote device in a specific direction, the TX2400-PB-2222 directional panel antenna is much better because its 16dBi high gain focuses all energy toward that specific target, greatly extending the reliable range.
Q3: Why is a Standing Wave Ratio (SWR) under 1.5 critical for my industrial wireless equipment?
A3: SWR measures the efficiency of RF power transmission from your wireless transmitter through the coaxial cable and out of the antenna. An SWR under 1.5 means that less than 4 percent of your transmitted power is reflected back to the transmitter. This maximizes your effective radiated power (ERP) for maximum distance and prevents high reflected power from heating up and damaging the RF power amplifier inside your expensive industrial wireless modules.
Q4: Are the RF connectors on these antennas directly compatible with standard Ebyte wireless modules?
A4: Yes, but you must pay attention to the connector gender and style. The TXWF-BLG-26 and TX5800-BLG-35 feature standard N-J (N male) connectors, which are heavy-duty, waterproof interfaces typically found on outdoor cabinets and industrial gateways. The TX2400-PB-2222 panel antenna offers both N-J and SMA-J options. If your desktop or embedded Ebyte module uses a small IPEX or SMA interface, you will need a matching low-loss coaxial pigtail adapter cable (such as an N-female to SMA-male cable) to complete the connection.
