Xtend Communications

— Application Guide

2.4GHz WiFi
Antenna Solutions

External 2.4GHz antennas for access point range extension, IoT sensor networks, and warehouse wireless coverage. High-gain and low-profile panel-mount options. Australian manufactured, individually tested.

When an external WiFi antenna makes the difference

Access point range extension

Standard 2 dBi rubber duck antennas on access points cover 15–25m in a typical building. Replacing with a DG24005 (5 dBi) extends effective range to 40–60m — covering larger floor plates or adjacent outbuildings without deploying an additional AP.

IoT WiFi sensor networks

Industrial IoT sensors, smart meters, and embedded WiFi modules use compact SMA-connected antennas. The DG2400LP panel-mount antenna installs inside standard enclosures (DIN rail, IP65 boxes) providing reliable 2.4GHz WiFi coverage without penetrating the enclosure or compromising its IP rating.

Warehouse and large-area coverage

Warehouses with racking, conveyors, and metallic infrastructure create significant 2.4GHz multipath. A high-gain external omni mounted at ceiling height above the obstruction layer — rather than behind racking — dramatically improves WiFi reliability across the floor.

DG2400 Series — 2.4GHz WiFi Antennas

Tuned to 2.400–2.500 GHz (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n). Individually tested on Anritsu Site Master before dispatch.

DG24005

5dBi 2.4GHz Omni

High-gain external omni for access point range extension and point-to-multipoint coverage. The +5 dBi gain provides approximately 3x the effective range of a standard 2 dBi dipole at the same transmit power. Used for warehouse WiFi coverage, industrial sensor networks, and AP-to-client bridges.

Freq
2.4 – 2.5 GHz (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n)
Gain
5 dBi
Price
~$26

DG2400LP

Low-Profile 2.4GHz Panel Antenna

Ultra-low profile panel-mount antenna for IoT WiFi modules, embedded devices, and smart sensor enclosures. Installs flush against surfaces or inside enclosures where a full-size omni creates clearance problems. Used for smart meters, building automation nodes, and WiFi-enabled industrial equipment.

Freq
2.4 – 2.5 GHz (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n)
Gain
2 dBi
Price
~$26

Compatible with

Ubiquiti UniFi APs (RP-SMA Female external port)Cisco Meraki MR series (external antenna variants)Mikrotik RouterBOARD (SMA Female external port)Espressif ESP8266 / ESP32 IoT modulesRaspberry Pi WiFi HATs (SMA/uFL external antenna)Industrial WiFi routers (Moxa, Advantech, Robustel)Any device with SMA Female or RP-SMA Female external antenna port

Why installers and integrators specify D&G

Precision-tuned to 2.4GHz

The DG2400 series is specifically tuned to 2.400–2.500 GHz — not a broadband antenna with poor SWR in the WiFi band. Purpose-built antennas deliver measurably better performance at the target frequency.

Both SMA and RP-SMA available

Order with SMA Male (for IoT modules, commercial APs, industrial routers) or RP-SMA Male (for Ubiquiti, consumer WiFi routers, and most enterprise APs). Specify when ordering.

Individually tested

Every antenna and cable assembly is tested on an Anritsu Site Master before dispatch. No batch sampling — every unit.

Bulk pricing from 50 units

B2B procurement for integrators, electricians, and OEM manufacturers. Consistent pricing and availability from 50 units. OEM supply from 200+ units for embedded product manufacturers.

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Procurement
Made Simple

Submit your requirements below. Our engineering team responds within 1 business day with pricing and lead times.

Why quote through Xtend?

D&G Antennas — OEM supplier to ADT, JCI, Cardtronics, and Elsema. Direct to your project.

Direct to the Manufacturer

D&G Antennas makes the product. Your quote goes to the source — not a distributor or call centre.

200–500 Units Is Our Normal

Strategic pricing at 50+ units. Volume orders are our standard business — we won't blink at your quantity.

Custom Assemblies to Spec

Non-catalogue cable runs, frequency-tuned antennas, custom connector types. Quoted against your system drawings.

1-Day Response

We supply ADT, JCI, and Cardtronics — we understand what a procurement deadline means. Response within 1 business day.

Bulk Tier Pricing

50+ Units

Strategic discount applies automatically at 50 units per line item. Account pricing available for ongoing procurement.

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