Product Description:

The 1.8 m Mimosa B6x Twist-On 2-Pack contains two high-gain dish antennas in a single box for budget-friendly shipping. The twist-on connectors connect directly to Mimosa B6x, B5x, C6x, and C5x radios, enabling long-range point-to-point microwave backhaul links of up to 40–80 km. Price includes both antennas.

1.8m Dish Mimosa B6x Twist-on 2-pack

Model Number: 18M-DISH-MIMOSA-B6X-2PK

Designed for budget-friendly shipping and seamless direct connection to Mimosa B6x/B5x/C6x/C5x radios, with no conversion loss for links up to 40–80 km. Both antennas are included in the price.

Features

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Size: 1.8m (6-ft) (183 cm) (72 in)
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Max gain: 39.4 dBi
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Half Power (-3 dB) Beam Width: 3.1-2.7°
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Cross-pol Discrimination XPD: 30 dB
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Direct connection to B6x/B5x/C6x/C5x radios
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Both antennas are included in the price.

Documentation

40–80 km High-Gain PTP Links

The 1.8 m Mimosa B6x Twist-On 2-Pack provides a high-gain dish antenna solution designed for long-range point-to-point (PTP) microwave backhaul with Mimosa X-connector radios. These antennas offer the optimal gain for 40–80 km links, delivering strong performance with a narrow beamwidth to enhance signal stability and throughput for rural broadband, enterprise networks, and other applications where reliable connectivity is critical.

Narrow Beamwidth and SNR Advantages

Engineered to provide optimal gain for high signal quality in low-noise environments, these antennas ensure reliable link performance and consistent throughput over long distances. The narrow beamwidth minimizes noise interference, enhancing SNR and maintaining stable performance on longer paths.

Durable, Low-Maintenance Performance

The sturdy dish design ensures stable alignment and consistent operation even in variable weather conditions. When properly installed and periodically inspected, it provides reliable long-range point-to-point throughput for years with minimal maintenance and a lower total cost of ownership.

Direct Twist-On Compatibility for Mimosa X Radios

Twist-on connectors connect directly to Mimosa B6x/B5x/C6x/C5x radios, removing conversion loss. This direct connection eases installation, lowers connection losses, and supports optimal end-to-end link performance.

Eliminates Cable and Conversion Loss

Compared to using an X-to-cable (X2C) adapter setup, the signal path incurs additional conversion losses. The Mimosa radio first converts the electrical signal into RF energy, which the X2C adapter then converts back into an electrical signal for transmission over coaxial cable. The coaxial cable itself introduces further loss, and a second X2C adapter at the antenna converts the signal back into RF energy. Each of these conversion steps adds extra loss, compounding the cable loss and lowering the overall link efficiency.

Quick Installation

The twist-on interface attaches directly to Mimosa B6x, B5x, C6x, and C5x radios, offering a simple antenna solution for Mimosa X connector setups. By mounting directly, it eliminates extra connections that could fail, enhancing reliability and making field deployment faster and easier for WISPs and integrators.

Remote Relay Sites

With a high front-to-back ratio, the 1.8 m dish reduces unwanted signals from behind the antenna, making it ideal for remote relay sites and other low-interference locations where cleaner RF conditions are easier to achieve. It lacks a shroud and isn’t a deep-dish design, which can produce more noticeable 90° side lobes. Thoughtful placement and adequate separation from nearby antennas can help minimize interference, so it’s best suited for installations that aren’t densely collocated on crowded towers.

Lightweight and Easy to Deploy

Each box contains two 1.8 m dishes, making shipping more cost-efficient. The low-profile design without a shroud or radome keeps the antennas lightweight for easier handling and installation, helping simplify backhaul deployments.