Antennas Product Roundup 2026

This week’s Product Roundup highlights antennas from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. 

Antennas

I-PEX’s  MHF I LK and MHF 4L LK RF connectors are low-profile with a mechanical lock, making them ideal for connecting adhesive-mount antennas in applications that require resistance to shock and vibration. They feature small mating height (2.92 mm and 2.0 mm, respectively) and high frequency range (9 GHz and 12 GHz, respectively), as well as a wide operating temperature range (-40 °C to +90 °C). The mechanical lock reinforces the retention when engaged properly. I-PEX also offers cables assembled with MHF I LK and MHF 4L LK to ensure end-to-end signal integrity.

Researchers from the University of Birmingham and Beijing Institute of Technology used BMF’s microArch S140 to fabricate a multi-beam antenna operating at 355 GHz — the first metallic, multi-beam lens antenna at sub-terahertz frequencies produced using 3D printing. The antenna’s complex gradient index Luneburg lens and nine integrated waveguides were co-printed in a single step with tolerances within ±5 µm, achieving beam steering across a ±60° scan range and a footprint of just 14 mm × 14 mm × 1.6 mm.

Adam Tech’s Radio Frequency (RF) antennas are an optimal solution for any application transmitting or receiving electromagnetic waves. This series is headlined by Wi-Fi, LTE, and GPS antennas, offered as either embedded or external. Designed with versatility in mind, they are available in a variety of lengths, mounting orientations, and specifications. Adam Tech’s RF antennas accommodate numerous applications including routers, navigation systems, radars, televisions, radios, mobile phones, automobiles, and communication systems.

Materion’s Alloy M25 (C17300) copper-beryllium rod is used to link the antennas at the top of cell towers to the mobile network, and is also used in data centers. M25’s properties minimize signal distortion in coaxial RF connectors and reduce power loss in circular connectors and contact probes. M25 is available in straight rod or coiled wire product forms and in different tempers to accommodate diverse design requirements. After machining and forming operations, M25 parts can be easily heat treated and plated to obtain maximum mechanical and electrical performance. Applications requiring stability to 175 °C or reliable contact force in miniaturized designs specify Alloy M25. In demanding electronic applications, M25 provides performance and reliability superior to any free-machining copper alloy.

Heilind Electronics supplies Molex’s WiFi6E Flexible and PCB Antennas with upgraded triple-band antenna support. They are designed for quick and easy integration into wireless devices at minimal implementation cost and enable high-performance RF transmission for demanding Wi-Fi applications. The highly compact, side-fed monopole antenna offers significant space savings while supporting high-performance needs. Cable lengths and connectors can be customized for design flexibility. Micro-coaxial cable ensures optimum RF performance for easy connectivity to radio devices. A UFL-type connector secures the application’s device radio. Double-sided TESA adhesive enables easy “peel-and-stick” mounting.

Hirose’s compact PO(M2) Series supports RF performance up to 6GHz and is engineered to meet the demands of space-constrained, high-density RF systems and advanced electronic devices. The PO(M2) Series incorporates a compact push-on lock mechanism for easy and secure mating that streamlines assembly while saving space on densely populated boards. Ideal for designers seeking robust signal integrity across compact assemblies, PO(M2) features a unique three-piece parallel connection method that enables reliable board-to-board interconnection between two PCBs using two plug receptacles and an interposer. The connector also supports cable connections via a plug receptacle paired with a locking right-angle jack.

The JAE AP01 Series is a compact, wideband PCB antenna engineered for LTE and 5G Sub‑6 GHz devices, delivering stable multi‑band performance across 698–960 MHz and 1.45–6 GHz with strong radiation efficiency and minimal detuning in tight enclosures. A slim 100 × 20 × 1.1 mm profile, integrated 200 mm micro‑coax cable, and U.FL/MHF1 connector make it easy to integrate, while the adhesive‑mount design ensures flexible placement even in RF‑challenging environments. This antenna is well‑suited for CPE routers and gateways, IoT terminals, smart meters, asset trackers, industrial sensors, vending/retail systems, and other wireless devices that require reliable, wide‑band cellular connectivity.

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