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Zebra AN480-CL66100WR UHF RFID Antenna 6 dBi, 860-960 MHz, Left-hand Circular Polarization, IP54, N female

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AN480-CL66100WR

Most RFID antennas are built for a narrow band or a single deployment, but the Zebra GlobalWave UHF Antenna is designed for worldwide indoor use across the 860 to 960 MHz range. This single-port, left-hand circular polarization antenna delivers 6 dBi gain, a 65 degree beamwidth, and a low 1.5 dB axial ratio for more uniform performance in manufacturing, warehouse, dock door, shelf, and choke point installations. Its IP54 aluminum housing with a white plastic cover, Type N female connector, and wide operating temperature range help simplify enterprise RFID read zones with dependable coverage.
Description
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The Zebra AN480 Wide-Band RFID Antenna is a versatile single‑port UHF antenna family engineered for enterprise RFID read zones across retail, warehousing, manufacturing, logistics and healthcare environments. Designed for global deployments, these compact square-profile antennas deliver 6 dBi gain and wide-band operation to support frequency bands commonly used worldwide. Available in left‑hand and right‑hand circular polarization options and supplied with practical mounting and cable options, the AN480 series simplifies installation and integration with RFID readers while providing durable construction and IP54 protection for consistent read performance in indoor and controlled outdoor settings.

Key Features

  • Wide‑band operation: Covers international UHF bands (examples include 860–960 MHz and 865–956 MHz) to enable flexible, multi‑region deployments.
  • Circular polarization options: Available in left‑hand and right‑hand circular polarization to improve tag read consistency across varied tag orientations and environments.
  • Reliable RF performance: 6 dBi gain, low axial ratio (1.5 dB) and low VSWR (1.3:1) contribute to stable, uniform read zones and fewer missed reads.
  • Enterprise‑grade durability: Aluminum casing with white plastic cover and IP54 protection (IEC 60068‑2‑30 certification) supports use in demanding indoor and semi‑protected outdoor locations.
  • Easy integration and installation: Single‑port design with Type N / N‑female connectors, standard mounting kit and long LMR240 cable options simplify deployment with existing RFID infrastructures.
  • Focused coverage: 65° beamwidth and 18 dB front‑to‑back ratio help concentrate read coverage where required for portals, shelves, dock doors and choke points.

Specifications

  • Brand: Zebra
  • Product Family / Name: Zebra AN480 Wide‑Band RFID Antenna
  • Part Numbers / Models: KT-AN480-240B1, AN480-CL66100WR, AN480-CR66100WR
  • Frequency Range: 860–960 MHz / 865–956 MHz
  • Antenna Gain: 6.0 dBi
  • Polarization: Left‑hand circular; Right‑hand circular
  • Axial Ratio: 1.5 dB
  • VSWR: 1.3:1
  • Beamwidth (3 dB): 65° (horizontal and vertical)
  • Maximum Transmission Power: 2 W
  • Front‑to‑Back Ratio: 18 dB
  • Connector: Type N female / 1 × N connector (female)
  • Impedance: 50 Ω
  • Number of Ports: 1
  • Antenna Cable Type: LMR 240
  • Antenna Cable Length: 240 in
  • Mounting: Stud mounting; standard antenna mounting kit included
  • Casing / Materials: Aluminum casing with white plastic cover
  • Ingress Protection Rating: IP54
  • Environmental Certification: IEC 60068‑2‑30
  • Dimensions: 10.2 × 10.2 × 1.3 in (25.91 × 25.91 × 13.2 cm)
  • Weight: 2.49 lb / 1.13 kg
  • Operating Temperature Range: −25 to 70 °C (−4 to 158 °F)

Main Features

  • Polarization: Left Hand Circular Polarized

  • Antenna: External

Technical Specifications
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Technical Information
Antenna Gain (Isotropic) 6 dBi
Impedance 50 Ohm
Polarization Circular
Interfaces/Ports
Connector Type N-Type
Physical Characteristics
Height 10.20"
Width 10.20"
Depth 1.32"
Weight (Approximate) 2.50 lb
Miscellaneous
Application/Usage Wireless Data Network
Additional Information
  • 1 x Port Wide Band-Left
  • Pig-Tail
Environmental Certification RoHS
Country of Origin China
Documents
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Product document mod-an480-zebra-antennas-datasheet-1.pdf AN480-CL66100WR Product document mod-an480-zebra-antennas-quick-guide-1.pdf AN480-CL66100WR Product document uhf-rfid-antennas-spec-sheet-en-us.pdf AN480-CL66100WR Product document mod-an480-zebra-antennas-datasheet-1.pdf MOD-AN480 Product document mod-an480-zebra-antennas-quick-guide-1.pdf MOD-AN480
FAQs
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What frequency bands does the Zebra AN480 Wide-Band RFID Antenna support?
The Zebra AN480 operates across 860–960 MHz and 865–956 MHz, covering UHF frequency bands used in multiple regions to support global deployments.
What antenna gain and beam characteristics does the Zebra AN480 offer?
The AN480 delivers 6.0 dBi gain with a 65° beamwidth (horizontal and vertical), an axial ratio of 1.5 dB, a VSWR of 1.3:1, and an 18 dB front-to-back ratio, which together produce a focused, consistent read zone suited to portals, dock doors, and choke points.
What polarization options are available for the Zebra AN480?
The AN480 is available in left-hand circular polarization and right-hand circular polarization, allowing integrators to select the orientation that best suits their tag environment and reader setup.
What ingress protection rating does the Zebra AN480 carry, and in what environments can it be used?
The AN480 is rated IP54 and certified to IEC 60068-2-30, making it suitable for demanding indoor environments and controlled semi-protected outdoor locations such as warehouses, manufacturing floors, and retail back-of-house areas.
What connector type and cable does the Zebra AN480 use, and what mounting hardware is included?
The AN480 uses a single Type N female connector with 50 Ω impedance and ships with an LMR 240 cable measuring 240 inches in length; a standard stud-mount antenna mounting kit is included to simplify installation.
What is the maximum transmission power and operating temperature range of the Zebra AN480?
The AN480 accepts a maximum transmission power of 2 W and operates across a temperature range of −25 to 70 °C (−4 to 158 °F).