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Micro Reach XtendTM (NN01-110) – Bluetooth®, Zigbee®, 802.11
b/g/n WLAN
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.
Micro Reach XtendTM
NN01-110
Fractus Antennas products are protected
by Fractus patents.
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and is subject to change without prior
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Fractus Antennas is an ISO 9001:2008
certified company. All our antennas are
lead-free and RoHS compliant.
ISO 9001: 2015 Certified
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INDEX OF CHAPTERS
1. ANTENNA DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................. 4
2. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ............................................................................................. 4
3. ELECTRICAL PERFORMANCE ......................................................................................... 5
4. MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS .................................................................................. 9
5. ASSEMBLY PROCESS .................................................................................................... 10
6. PACKAGING .................................................................................................................... 13
7. PRODUCT CHANGE NOTIFICATION .............................................................................. 14
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. ANTENNA DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................. 4
2. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ............................................................................................. 4
3. ELECTRICAL PERFORMANCE ......................................................................................... 5
3.1. EVALUATION BOARD ................................................................................................ 5
3.2. MATCHING NETWORK .............................................................................................. 5
3.3. VSWR AND EFFICIENCY .......................................................................................... 6
3.4. RADIATION PATTERNS, GAIN AND EFFICIENCY ................................................... 7
3.5. CAPABILITIES AND MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS ..................................................... 8
4. MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS .................................................................................. 9
4.1. DIMENSIONS AND TOLERANCES ............................................................................ 9
4.2. SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE INK ............................................................................... 9
4.3. ANTENNA FOOTPRINT ........................................................................................... 10
5. ASSEMBLY PROCESS .................................................................................................... 10
6. PACKAGING .................................................................................................................... 13
7. PRODUCT CHANGE NOTIFICATION .............................................................................. 14
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1. ANTENNA DESCRIPTION
The Micro Reach XtendTM chip antenna is a very small size and low cost antenna that combines
reduced clearance area required within the customer PCB with its high performance and
integration flexibility. This makes it ideal for small consumer electronics devices such as small
wireless headsets and highly integrated multifunction mobile handsets.
TOP
BOTTOM
Material: The Micro Reach XtendTM antenna is built on glass epoxy substrate.
APPLICATIONS
▪ Headsets
▪ Hearing-aids
▪ USB Dongles
▪ Medical devices
▪ Handsets
▪ Sensors (Proximity, etc.)
BENEFITS
▪ Small form factor and footprint
▪ Reduced clearance area within PCB
▪ Cost-effective
▪ Easy to integrate (pick and place)
2. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Technical Features
Frequency Range
2.4 – 2.5 GHz
Average Efficiency
> 55%
Peak Gain
0.2 dBi
VSWR
< 2.5:1
Radiation Pattern
Omnidirectional
Polarization
Linear
Weight (approx.)
0.02 g
Temperature
-40 to +125º C
Impedance
50 Ω
Dimensions (L x W x H)
4.1 mm x 2.0 mm x 1.0 mm
Table 1 – Technical Features. Measures from the evaluation board. See Figure 1.
Please contact support@fractusantennas.com if you require additional information on antenna
integration or optimization on your PCB.
1.0 mm
2.0 mm
4.1 mm
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3. ELECTRICAL PERFORMANCE
3.1. EVALUATION BOARD
The configuration used in testing the Micro Reach XtendTM chip antenna is displayed in Figure 1.
Measure
mm
A
35.0
B
20.0
C
40.0
D
5.2
E
20.0
F
12.5
G
7.0
H
5.0
Tolerance: ±0.2mm
Material: The evaluation
board is built on FR4
substrate. Thickness is
1.0mm.
Clearance Area: 7.0 mm
x 5.0 mm (GxH)
Figure 1 – EB_NN01-110. Micro Reach XtendTM Evaluation Board providing operation from 2.4 GHz to
2.5GHz.
This product and/or its use are protected by at least one or more of the following patents US
7,148,850 B2; US 7,202,822 B2.
3.2. 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).
Please notice that different devices with different ground planes and different components nearby
the Micro Reach Xtend™ chip antenna may need a different matching network. To ensure optimal
results, the use of high Q and tight tolerance components is highly recommended (Murata
components). If you need assistance to design your matching network beyond this application
note, please contact support@fractusantennas.com, or try our free-of-charge NN Wireless Fast-
Track design service, you will get your chip antenna design including a custom matching network
50 Ohms transmission line
C
B
D
A
F
E
H
G
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. Other related to NN’s range of R&D services is available at:
https://www.fractusantennas.com/rdservices/
Matching Network for the Evaluation Board
Value
Part Number
6.8 nH
LQW15AN6N8G80
1.5 pF
GJM1555C1H1R5WB01
Figure 2 – Matching network implemented in the evaluation board (Figure 1).
3.3. VSWR AND EFFICIENCY
VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) and Total Efficiency versus Frequency (GHz).
Figure 3 – VSWR and Total Efficiency (%) vs. Frequency (GHz) (from the evaluation board (Figure 1)).
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3.4. RADIATION PATTERNS, GAIN AND EFFICIENCY
Orientation: Antenna in Plane ZY
Azimuth Cut θ = 90º Plane XY at 2.45 GHz
Elevation Cut = 0 Plane XZ at 2.45 GHz
Elevation Cut = 90 Plane YZ at 2.45 GHz
Gain
Peak Gain
0.1 dBi
Average Gain across the band
-0.2 dBi
Gain Range across the band (min, max)
-0.6 <–> 0.1 dBi
Efficiency
Peak Efficiency
56.7 %
Average Efficiency across the band
55.2 %
Efficiency Range across the band (min, max)
53.0 – 56.7 %
Table 2 – Antenna Gain and Total Efficiency from the evaluation board (Figure 1) within the 2.4 – 2.5 GHz
band. Measures made in the evaluation board and in the Satimo STARGATE 32 anechoic chamber.
X
Y
Z
θ
X
Y
Z
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3.5. 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 white line located on the top side of the antenna indicates the feed pad.
Measure
mm
A
4.1 0.2
B
2.0 0.2
C
1.0 ± 0.2
D
0.5 ± 0.1
Figure 4 – Antenna Dimensions and Tolerances.
The Micro Reach XtendTM 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
This antenna footprint applies for the reference evaluation board described on page 5 of this User
Manual. Feeding line dimensions over the clearance zone described in Figure 5 apply for a 0.8
mm thickness FR4 PCB.
Measure
mm
A
4.2
B
2.4
C
0.8
D
0.5
E
1.7
F
0.5
G
3.7
H
5.0
I
7.5
Tolerance: ±0.2mm
Figure 5 – 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 support@fractusantennas.com.
5. ASSEMBLY PROCESS
Figure 6 shows the back and front view of the Micro Reach XtendTM chip antenna, and indicates
the location of the feeding point and the mounting pads:
Figure 6 – Pads of the Micro Reach XtendTM chip antenna.
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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 Table 3, Figure 8 on
page 12.
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.
Antenna
PCB
Solder Paste
Antenna
PCB
~ 0.1* mm
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The Micro Reach XtendTM 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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6. PACKAGING
The Micro Reach Xtend™ chip antenna is available in tape and reel packaging.
Measure
mm
W
12.0 ± 0.3
A0
2.5 ± 0.1
B0
4.9 ± 0.1
K0
1.3 ± 0.1
B1
5.3 ± 0.1
D
1.55 ± 0.05
D1
1.55 ± 0.05
Wmax
12.3
E
1.5 ± 0.1
F
5.5 ± 0.1
K
1.5 ± 0.1
P
4.5 ± 0.1
P0
4.5 ± 0.1
P2
1.5 ± 0.1
Figure 9 – Tape Dimensions and Tolerances.
Figure 10 – Images of the tape.
Measure
mm
A max
180.0 ± 1.0
G
13.5 ± 0.2
t max
17.5 ± 0.2
Reel Capacity: 2500 antennas
Figure 11 – Reel Dimensions and Capacity.
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7. PRODUCT CHANGE NOTIFICATION
This document is property of FRACTUS ANTENNAS,
Not to disclose or copy without prior written consent
PCN Number: FA18060001
Notification Date: July 8th, 2019
Part Number identification:
Part Number changes, it will be applied in all the document of the company (User Manual, Data Sheet, …)
Previous Part Number
New Part Number
FR05-S1-N-0-110
NN01-110
Reason for Change:
Specs (electrical/mechanical)
Manufacturing location
User Manual/Data Sheet
Quality/Reliability
Material/Composition
Logistics
X
Processing/Manufacturing
X
Other: Logo, product color and Part Number
Change description
1.- Part Number: From FR05-S1-N-0-110 FRACTUS to NN01-110 FRACTUS ANTENNAS in the User Manual
2.- Pads-END: From circular to rectangular
3.- Color: From blue/white to white/black
OLD
NEW
Comments:
1.- Foot print in the PCB to solder the chip antenna remains the same
2.- The matching network to properly tune the chip antenna has to be reviewed and validated. It could change
Identification method
1.- The color and the logo are different
2.- The pads-end of the antenna from circular to rectangular
User Manual
X
Available from:
September 2019
Samples
X
Available from:
September 2019
FRACTUS ANTENNAS Contact:
Sales
Supply Chain
Name:
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