The Aruba AP-ANT-13B is a dual-band indoor omni-directional MIMO antenna engineered for deployment with Aruba access points. This antenna delivers dual-band coverage across 2.4 GHz – 2.5 GHz and 4.9 GHz – 5.9 GHz frequency bands, making it suitable for high-density wireless environments including conference rooms and densely populated office spaces. Its compact ceiling-mount form factor (55mm × 55mm × 16mm) integrates discreetly into indoor installations while maintaining system-wide performance across enterprise deployments.
## Technical Specifications
• **Frequency Bands:** 2.4 GHz – 2.5 GHz and 4.9 GHz – 5.9 GHz
• **Antenna Type:** Indoor, dual-band, omni-directional MIMO
• **Polarization:** Linear vertical
• **Antenna Gain:** 2.4 GHz: 2.3 dBi, 4.4 dBi, or 3.8 dBi; 5 GHz: 4.0 dBi, 3.3 dBi, or 5.8 dBi
• **Beamwidth (E-plane):** Greater than 60 degrees (±45 degrees down angle); alternatively 50 degrees (2.4–2.5 GHz) and 25 degrees (4.9–5.875 GHz)
• **Beamwidth (H-plane):** Omni-directional (360 degrees)
• **Impedance:** 50 ohms
• **VSWR:** Less than 2.0:1
• **Maximum Input Power:** 2 watts
• **Connector:** RP-SMA male
• **Cable Length:** 30 inches (76 cm) or 36 inches
• **Operating Temperature:** –40°C to +70°C or –10°C to +55°C
• **Housing Material:** ABS/PVC, UV-resistant
## Key Features
• Dual-band MIMO architecture supports concurrent 802.11a/b/g/n operation
• Vertically polarized linear elements optimize signal propagation in indoor RF environments
• RP-SMA connector interface enables direct integration with compatible Aruba APs
• Ceiling-mount bracket with 15/16″ T-bar clips included for rapid deployment
• Operating temperature range of –40°C to +70°C accommodates varied indoor climate control scenarios
## Typical Applications
• High-density enterprise office spaces and conference facilities
• Multi-user wireless environments requiring dual-band coverage
• Indoor campus deployments across distributed access point networks
## Compatibility & Integration
The AP-ANT-13B interfaces with Aruba access points via RP-SMA female connectors. Compatible models include AP-303H, AP-303P, AP-334/335, AP-344/345, AP-505H, AP-534/535, AP-555, and AP-124 for dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n MIMO coverage.
