524WiFi Signal Plus™: High-gain 2×2 MIMO panel for precise link alignment
Engineered for receive and transmit. 524WiFi Signal Plus™ is our technical designation for an antenna whose frequency range, elements, MIMO ports, 50-ohm impedance, gain and matching are specified as one complete RF system. A passive antenna uses the same reciprocal RF path in both directions: it receives signals and radiates the transmitter power supplied by the connected radio.
One vertical and one horizontal RF path provide 10 dBi at 2.4 GHz and 13 dBi across 4.9-7.125 GHz. The focused beam, ≥25 dB front-to-back ratio and ≥28 dB port isolation help direct energy toward the intended link. This gives installers a specification-led choice instead of a vague one-size-fits-all accessory. It is not an active amplifier and does not create additional transmitter power; the advantage comes from selecting the correct pattern, gain, ports, polarization and connectors for the real installation.
- 2×2 MIMO: vertical + horizontal
- 10 / 13 dBi documented gain
- Front-to-back ratio ≥25 dB
- Port isolation ≥28 dB
Documented gain by frequency range
Bar lengths are normalized within this product for quick comparison; the printed dBi values are authoritative. End-to-end results also depend on radio power, cable loss, placement, alignment, interference and local network conditions.
524WiFi™ High-Gain Wi-Fi 6E Directional Panel Antenna, 2×2 MIMO, 2.4/5/6 GHz, 10/13 dBi, 2x N Female
A two-port directional panel antenna for high-gain 2×2 MIMO Wi-Fi links. Its vertical and horizontal elements focus RF energy toward the target area, supporting 2.4 GHz and the extended 4.9-7.125 GHz range in a compact outdoor housing.
Key benefits
- 2×2 MIMO with one vertical and one horizontal element
- 10 dBi gain at 2.4 GHz and 13 dBi at 4.9-7.125 GHz
- Focused 55°/44° horizontal and 50°/40° vertical beamwidth
- At least 25 dB front-to-back ratio and 28 dB port isolation
- Two fixed N-female antenna ports
- Compact UV-resistant ABS radome and L-type pole-mount kit
Recommended applications
- Point-to-point Wi-Fi bridges
- Focused outdoor access-point coverage
- Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E installations
- 2×2 MIMO radios using two external RF cables
Installation and compatibility
The antenna has two fixed N-female ports and does not include RF feeder cables. Choose two low-loss cables with N-male connectors at the antenna and connectors that match your radio. Connect both ports for 2×2 MIMO and align the panel toward the intended coverage area. Use of 6 GHz requires compatible equipment and compliance with local regulations.
Technical specifications
| Frequency range | 2400-2500 MHz; 4900-7125 MHz |
|---|---|
| Gain | 10 dBi; 13 dBi |
| MIMO / ports | 2×2 MIMO; 2 ports |
| Polarization | 1x vertical + 1x horizontal |
| Horizontal beamwidth | 55° at 2.4 GHz; 44° at 4.9-7.125 GHz |
| Vertical beamwidth | 50° at 2.4 GHz; 40° at 4.9-7.125 GHz |
| Front-to-back ratio | ≥25 dB |
| Port isolation | ≥28 dB |
| VSWR | <2 |
| Impedance | 50 ohms |
| Maximum input power | 50 W |
| Lightning protection | DC ground |
| Connectors | 2x fixed N female |
| Dimensions / weight | 205 x 180 x 45 mm; 0.5 kg |
| Mounting | Pole mount with L-type kit |
| Radome | UV-resistant ABS |
| Rated wind velocity | 210 km/h |
| Operating temperature | -40°C to +65°C |
Package contents
- 524WiFi™ directional panel antenna
- L-type pole-mounting kit
- RF feeder cables are not included
524WiFi™ model: 524WIFI-TPC-2472-13D
Actual wireless performance depends on the connected equipment, cable losses, installation, radio environment and applicable local regulations.
Directional gain for a known target or service sector
The 524WIFI-TPC-2472-13D is a compact two-port directional Wi-Fi panel for 2400–2500 and 4900–7125 MHz. It provides 10 dBi gain at 2.4 GHz and 13 dBi across the 5/6 GHz range, matching compatible dual-chain radios through two N female connectors.
A directional panel is the correct tool when the important radio, building, tower or client area lies in one defined direction. Instead of spending the available RF energy equally around the mast, the panel shapes it into a forward beam and suppresses more energy behind the antenna. That can improve the desired link and reduce reception of unwanted signals outside the service sector.
2×2 MIMO with one vertical and one horizontal path
One vertical and one horizontal path form the 2×2 arrangement. Use two equal low-loss 50-ohm cables from the N female connectors to a compatible two-port radio.
The 205 × 180 × 45 mm ABS panel weighs 0.5 kg, making it smaller and lighter than the four-port version while retaining the same documented gain and beam values.
Reading the beam specification before aiming
Horizontal/vertical beam widths are 55°/50° at 2.4 GHz and 44°/40° at 4.9–7.125 GHz. The panel therefore serves a defined forward sector, with a tighter beam at the higher frequencies.
55° × 50° at 2.4 GHz · 44° × 40° at 4.9–7.125 GHz
Beam width is not an alignment tolerance to ignore. Start with a map or site survey, set azimuth toward the target and then adjust while observing real radio metrics. Final alignment should be based on link quality, not only on a visual compass bearing. Reflections, terrain and building materials can move the best practical direction away from the geometric line.
Forward gain, front-to-back ratio and isolation
The 10/13 dBi gain profile is suited to dual-chain wireless bridges, remote buildings and controlled outdoor sectors. The forward pattern must be aimed; it is not intended to cover clients equally behind or beside the panel.
The front-to-back ratio of at least 25 dB describes the specified difference between the forward region and energy behind the panel. Port isolation of at least 28 dB helps the MIMO paths remain electrically distinct. These values matter together: gain without a useful beam, adequate rear rejection and isolated paths would not provide the same system behaviour.
Directional gain does not create RF power. On transmit it concentrates the radio’s delivered energy toward the sector; on receive it favours signals arriving from that sector. Legal EIRP and equipment limits must be calculated with antenna gain and cable loss included.
524WiFi Signal Plus™ is bidirectional
A passive panel uses the same reciprocal RF structure for reception and transmission. 524WiFi Signal Plus™ identifies the complete documented path: supported bands, forward gain, beam geometry, polarization, impedance, matching, isolation and connectors. It is not an active booster. The real advantage is that the antenna can be selected and aligned from measurable data.
VSWR below 2, 50-ohm impedance, dual polarization, 25 dB rear rejection and 28 dB port isolation form a complete measured profile. This lets the antenna be selected for a real link rather than from gain alone.
Where this panel is strongest
Dual-port radios connecting a known remote building or site.
Coverage concentrated into one planned sector.
Lower port count, 0.5 kg weight and a smaller panel enclosure.
This is the direct high-gain panel choice for compatible 2×2 radios. It offers the directional performance of the larger Wi-Fi panel without unused extra ports, reducing cable count and installation complexity.
Alignment and installation workflow
- Confirm the target. Identify the remote radio, base-station sector or intended coverage zone. Record distance, height, obstructions and competing transmitters.
- Match every RF interface. Verify frequency blocks, 2×2 port support, 50-ohm impedance and two N female connectors. Plan low-loss cable and surge protection before mounting.
- Mount on a stable mast. Use the supplied hardware within the documented mast range. The panel face must remain stable under wind; small angular movement matters on a directional link.
- Set polarization and orientation. Keep the panel in its designed orientation so the internal one vertical and one horizontal path elements operate as specified. Do not rotate casually without understanding the remote system.
- Align using radio metrics. Sweep slowly through azimuth and elevation. Watch signal quality, noise/interference, modulation, throughput and uplink stability rather than one instantaneous strength value.
- Weatherproof and document. Seal exposed connector joints, provide strain relief and drip loops, label every MIMO path, record final angles and photograph the completed installation.
Choosing cable and connectors
Both N female ports require correctly terminated 50-ohm cables. Keep the two paths similar in type and length. At 6 GHz, poor or overly long coax can erase much of the theoretical antenna advantage.
Use the same cable type and similar length on all MIMO paths. Unequal attenuation changes the balance between ports. Each adapter adds insertion loss and another possible weather ingress point, so prefer a correctly terminated end-to-end cable over a chain of converters. Grounding, bonding and surge protection must follow the connected equipment, structure and local electrical requirements.
Specification guide
- Frequency and gain
- 10 dBi across 2400–2500 MHz and 13 dBi across 4900–7125 MHz. Compatible Wi-Fi 6E operation requires a radio that supports and is authorised for the 6 GHz channels used in the installation country.
- VSWR
- Specified below 2. Verify installed matching by avoiding damaged cable, mixed impedance and unnecessary adapter chains.
- Polarization
- One vertical and one horizontal path create the documented 2×2 cross-polarized arrangement.
- Maximum input
- Maximum input is specified as 50 W per product specification. This is a component rating, not an instruction or legal authorization to transmit at that level.
- Mechanical envelope
- 205 × 180 × 45 mm, 0.5 kg, two N female ports and mast mounting for 30–50 mm diameter.
- Environmental limits
- UV-resistant ABS radome, specified 210 km/h wind rating and −40°C to +65°C operating range. No unstated IP rating is claimed; connector and cable-entry weatherproofing remains essential.
Directional panel or omnidirectional antenna?
Use this version for two-port radios and known directional targets. Select the four-port TPC-2472-13BD for a genuine 4×4 external-antenna radio, or an omni model when users surround the mast.
A directional panel rewards good planning and alignment. If the target direction changes frequently or several equally important sites surround the mast, an omni antenna may produce the more useful network even with lower stated gain. Pattern must match geometry.
Frequently asked technical questions
Does the highest dBi value apply at every frequency?
No. The product is specified for 10 dBi at 2.4 GHz and 13 dBi at 4.9–7.125 GHz, with different beam widths in each range.
Can I point the panel through a wall or roof?
RF may pass through some materials, but loss and reflections can be severe and frequency-dependent. Whenever possible, create a clear outdoor line of sight. Do not assume that a good 2.4 GHz path will behave identically at 6 GHz.
Will the panel improve both download and upload?
It can improve the passive RF path in both directions when aligned correctly. Actual service remains limited by radio power, remote antenna, network load, modulation, interference and cable loss.
Can fewer than two ports be connected?
Use the antenna with equipment and an operating mode explicitly designed for the available paths. Never transmit into an active unconnected radio port. For a lower port-count radio, select the matching antenna version rather than assuming unused paths add value.
How precisely must it be aimed?
Stay within the forward beam, then optimise against live link metrics. The narrower the beam and the longer the path, the more important a stable mast and fine adjustment become.
Engineering note from 524WiFi™
A high-gain panel performs best as part of a complete link budget. Define the target, match 2×2 ports and polarization, minimise equal-length feed loss, align on quality metrics and validate the return path. The 524WIFI-TPC-2472-13D provides the documented directional foundation for that work.
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