Key takeaways
- Provides ultra-constrained near-field read zone.
- Large 604×304 mm footprint simplifies installs.
- IP54 rated for environmental protection.
- Includes SMA fly lead with RG316 cable.
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Detailed product information
Overview
The Times-7 A1163 True NearField™ Antenna is the largest antenna in the True NearField series and the largest near-field UHF RFID antenna on the market. Measuring 604 x 304 x 8.5 mm, it is engineered for ultra-constrained "near zone only" tag detection and is specifically designed to improve reads of difficult assets such as those near liquids or metals.
The large footprint reduces installation complexity and can reduce the number of readers and cables required.
Key Features
Ultra-constrained near-field read zone that minimizes far-field components and eliminates surface dead spots
Large footprint: simplifies installation and reduces infrastructure requirements
Formed and flat radome options (formed radome pictured in datasheet)
Integrated rear-side mounting holes and optional self-adhesive rubber feet kit for secure installation
Connector: SMA female fly lead with RG316 cable (482 mm / 19")
Environmental protection: IP54 rating
RoHS & CE compliant
Applications
Point of Sale (POS): rapid, accurate checkout reads with minimized stray reads
Metal & Liquids: reliable reads near challenging materials
Shelving / close-range item tracking: precise shelf-level reads without picking up adjacent shelves
Mounting & Installation
Secure using the integrated rear-side mounting holes (pre-drilled) or use the optional VESA-style mounting plate tailored for the True NearField series.
Each antenna includes a self-adhesive rubber feet kit (20 x 20 x 1.45 mm) if drilling is not an option.
Installation notes: only use finger tightness for the SMA connector; avoid excessive pulling force and respect cable bend radius.
Ordering Information
Antenna product variants (quote product code, band & part number):
A1163 Black (ETSI 865–868 MHz) — Part Number: 75248
A1163 Black (FCC 902–928 MHz) — Part Number: 75250
A1163 White (ETSI 865–868 MHz) — Part Number: 75249
A1163 White (FCC 902–928 MHz) — Part Number: 75251
Additional part numbers (flat radome variants referenced in drawings):
A1163 True NearField Antenna (Flat Radome) ETSI - BLACK — Part Number: 72031
A1163 True NearField Antenna (Flat Radome) FCC - BLACK — Part Number: 72032
A1163 True NearField Antenna (Flat Radome) ETSI - WHITE — Part Number: 72033
A1163 True NearField Antenna (Flat Radome) FCC - WHITE — Part Number: 72034
Mounting & cable accessories:
Mounting Plate (A1163) — Part Number: 72095
Cable 2 m, SMA to RPTNC (T7 195 / 240 / 400) — Part Numbers: 71436 / 71782 / 72042
Cable 4 m, SMA to RPTNC (T7 240 / 400) — Part Numbers: 71784 / 72043
Cable 6 m, SMA to RPTNC (T7 240 / 400) — Part Numbers: 71904 / 72044
Cable 8 m, SMA to RPTNC (T7 240 / 400) — Part Numbers: 71788 / 72045
See the datasheet for the full technical details and mechanical drawings. For RoHS, CE, REACH or CAD models, contact Times-7 sales.
- Unboxed Dimensions (L x W x D)
- 604 x 304 x 8.5 mm (23.77 x 11.96 x 0.33")
- Boxed Dimensions (L x W x D)
- 620 x 335 x 30 mm (24.40 x 13.18 x 1.18")
- Weight
- Net 1.175 kg / Gross 1.491 kg (Net 2.59 lbs / Gross 3.29 lbs)
- Radome Material
- Flame retardant ABS
- Environmental Rating
- IP54
- Operating / Storage Temperature
- Operating: 0° to +50°C (+32° to +122°F); Storage: -30° to +50°C (-22° to +122°F)
- Mounting
- Integrated rear-side mounting holes; optional self-adhesive rubber feet included (20 x 20 x 1.45 mm)
- Connector Type
- SMA female fly lead
- Cable Type / Length
- RG316 cable / 482 mm (19")
- Frequency Range
- 865–867 MHz (ETSI) / 902–928 MHz (FCC)
A1163 True NearField™ Antenna datasheet
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