Waterproof 5.8dBi Meshtastic Lora 915MHz Fiberglass Antenna with 20Ft Extension Cable for Heltec V3 V4 Meshtastic LORA32 RAK Module Board & Sensecap Solar Node, Slinkdsco

I purchased this fiberglass antenna advertised for 900 MHz use, and after testing it with a NanoVNA, I discovered it resonates closer to the 880–890 MHz range rather than right at 915 MHz. Build quality is solid, the fiberglass enclosure feels sturdy, and it mounts easily to a standard mast, making it a durable outdoor option. In real-world use with LoRa/Meshtastic gear, performance is acceptable, with an SWR around 1.4–1.5 at 915 MHz, which is workable but not as efficient as a properly tuned 915 MHz antenna. If your project or region uses the 868/880 MHz band, this antenna is a very good match. However, for US ISM 915 MHz applications, you’ll get better efficiency and range with an antenna specifically tuned for that frequency. Overall, it’s a decent product, but not the most accurate for 915 MHz users.

This is a really nice antenna. It should be noted that this is not an Omni directional antenna and that is noted inside the box by the manufacturer. It definitely does have directional gain and at least with the unit I received, the high gain lobe is in line with the label printed on the antenna by the Mfg (and likely 180 degrees opposite). It's well built, easy to assemble and install and is performing well. and I'm pretty sure will hold up over time. I would buy this again.

I seldom give a 5 star rating, but this antenna and mounting hardware are very well built! The U-bolts with the mounting bracket are heavy duty! And the signal from my Heltec V3 has increased 10x or better! I was only receiving 6 to 8 nodes on Meshtastic net. Now I'm receiving over 30 or more nodes all with good signals. The cable that came with the antenna is only 20 feet, so I mounted my antenna in the attic. FYI: There is no metal in my attic. This antenna really performs! I highly recommend this antenna and mount! You won't be disappointed!

I saw disappointing results with my portable node (probably because it shipped with a junk antenna) so I bought this roof kit mostly to see if Meshtastic even has a presence in my area. Height is might when it comes to radio so it's sometimes hard to tell if the problem is your gear or lack of activity. It does indeed work but I should add "in spite of the included coax". According to the experienced users I've talked to (funny how you never find them until after you've spent money lol), if you need 20 feet of coax between your Meshtastic node and antenna, it had better be the expensive, high quality stuff that's at least as thick as your thumb, which is why most of the outdoor nodes you see have the antenna mounted directly to the node's weatherproof enclosure. The fact that it works at all with this much thin coax is probably a testament to the high quality of the antenna. Wasn't impressed with the mounting hardware but it's good enough for an antenna of this size. If I ever get another day off with decent weather, I'll have to get out the ladder and see how well it works connected directly to the node.

This antenna rocks! I’ve had it outside for about 5 months now (i live in Los Angeles) and have zero complaints. Very durable, thick cable and cone with all necessary mounting brackets. Reception is amazing, especially given my location (apt, ant. Mounted to railing on balcony. I would suggesting getting some weatherproof tape for the wire connection point to the antenna. Highly recommend!!!

I don't have a SWR meter to test antenna analytics, but I can go by the nodes & could & couldn't see as well as their signal strength. Mounted to the top of my house for weeks, I was only ever able to get two direct nodes, one came in & out, mostly out, and the other signal strength stayed bad. This is also after I switched to a thicker & shorter cable, not the thin 20 ft cable provided which really didn't do anything. I then put my small portable Meshtastic device with a small Muziworks 915mhz antenna and the local node quality I could pick up went solid green. This little handheld antenna in same location outperformed this. As others have said in the reviews, and I experienced the same, I could sometimes hear others, but they mostly couldn't hear me. Likely tuned bad to wrong frequency as others with antenna testers have said.

Very good antenna, extremely resonant on it's advertised frequency domain, and of good build quality. Came with ample Coax and good mounting hardware.

Very happy with this antenna. I’m using it with Meshcore on the 915 MHz band in the U.S., and it performs well with good range and a clean signal. SWR looks solid and I haven’t run into any issues in real world use. One important note, as anyone who understands RF will tell you: I’d avoid using the included extension cable if possible, as it introduces additional signal loss. You’ll get the best performance by mounting the antenna directly to the enclosure with your radio. Overall, a reliable antenna that delivers good distance and stable performance when set up properly.

Super happy with this antenna, made the difference between being acknowledged and not. I couldn’t get messages off before but now I have a ton more nodes detected and I can actually get message out. Paired it with a RAK 19001 and a 4631 core.

Llegó en tiempo y forma, físicamente tal como lo anuncian. Gracias muy buen producto y servicio.

I bought 2 of these antennas and set them Up in different locations for my helium minors. The just don’t work! Now I have to buy other antennas. Waste of money.

El material de la antena y los componentes son de buena calidad, excelente precio.

Improved my mesh core repeater like night and day. Don't even think about it the price is 100% worth the upgrade I am now getting over 25km at 6dbi with the antenna at 30ft