Mining and Tunneling Antennas

Product Information

Specifications:

• Product Name: Poynting Mining & Tunneling Antennas

• Designed for: Underground communication systems in mining and
  tunneling operations

• Main Usage: Enable secure voice communications, locate people
  and machinery, remote control of vehicles, site access, and
  security

• Manufactured by: Poynting Antennas

• Established: 1990

• Production Facilities: Samrand, South Africa and Shenzhen,
  China

• International Sales Markets: Europe, USA, Canada,
  Australia

Product Usage Instructions:

1. Installation:

Follow the installation guidelines provided in the user manual
to ensure proper setup of the antennas.

2. Placement:

Mount the antennas in strategic locations within the mining or
tunneling operation area to optimize communication coverage.

3. Configuration:

Configure the antennas according to the specific communication
needs of the underground operation, ensuring proper connectivity
and signal strength.

4. Maintenance:

Regularly inspect and maintain the antennas to prevent any
issues that may affect communication reliability.

5. Troubleshooting:

Refer to the troubleshooting section of the user manual in case
of any connectivity or performance issues with the antennas.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: How do I know the best location to mount the antennas?

A: The user manual provides guidelines on optimal placement
based on the specific requirements of mining and tunneling
operations. Consider factors such as coverage area and signal
strength when deciding on the mounting location.

Q: Can these antennas be used in other industries apart from

mining and tunneling?

A: While designed specifically for underground communication
systems in mining and tunneling, these antennas can potentially be
adapted for similar applications in other industries that require
secure voice communications and remote control functionalities.

Q: What is the warranty period for Poynting Mining &

Tunneling Antennas?

A: The warranty period for these antennas is detailed in the
product warranty policy provided by Poynting Antennas. Please refer
to the warranty documentation for specific information on coverage
and duration.

FUTUREPROOF INNOVATIVE ANTENNAS
INDUSTRY GUIDE
Mining & Tunneling
A summarised technical overview for various antennas in our Mining & Tunneling range

COMPANY

OVERVIEW

THE COMPANY

INNOVATION

Poynting Antennas designs, manufactures and sells cellular antenna products and related equipment mainly to the telecommunications, broadcasting and related industries.
Established in 1990, Poynting has grown to become one of the leading antenna manufacturers in South Africa.

Poynting holds extensive Intellectual Property (IP) with over 50 registered designs, patents and trademarks filed to differentiate our products from competitive offerings. Poynting R&D is constantly on the edge of novel innovation.
OPERATIONS

Poynting exists for advancing antenna applications: its name is derived from the Poynting vector, a directional measure of energy in an electromagnetic field.
Poynting was founded on the deep knowledge and understanding of the principles of electromagnetics, RF propagation, antenna design and development.

With production facilities in Samrand, South Africa (for specialised and unique products), Poynting has established satellite manufacturing facilities in Shenzhen China (90% of all antenna productions) with strict quality and manufacturing metrics to ensure the integrity of product performance. International logistics and high volume supply are further streamlined from Shenzhen, China.

Poynting employees include graduate as well as professionally registered engineers with PhD doctorate level expert knowledge of the technology and the industry. Poynting has a legacy of innovative design and delivery with customers and partners worldwide.
FOOTPRINT
Apart from South Africa, roughly 80% of total sales are International with the main markets being Europe, USA, Canada and Australia. International sales are fulfilled through long-standing distribution partners.
COMMITMENT TO QUALITY
Poynting Antennas (Pty) Ltd is dedicated to ensure that its products and services fully meet the requirements of its customers at all times.
Poynting has a legacy of innovation, design and fulfilment, taking pride in its solid ethical approach. Innovation and creative independence, team spirit and continual learning ensures the organisation can respond to challenges with agility.

INTERNATIONAL SALES AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Poynting has embarked on a long term strategy to expand its reach into the international arena. Poynting opened its office with full representation in Germany focusing on deepening the approach in Europe, Scandinavia and Eastern Europe.
In April 2021 we opened offices and a warehouse in the USA and with this expansion Poynting will be able to accelerate our growth and take on the huge demand for broadband antennas in the region.
Poynting is continuously improving ­ a careful and selective approach for growth in new markets and regions. We seek to promote our products and solutions worldwide and therefore seek distributors in regions where our market share is still small. Servicing new customers better, expanding the business in “undiscovered” regions with new and exciting products.
POYNTING – BEYOND A CONNECTED LIFE

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MINING &

Tunneling

Underground communication systems perform a vital role in the safety & productivity of mining and tunneling operations. Modern underground operations use communication systems to enable secure voice communications, locate both people and machinery, remote control of vehicles and systems, as well as site access and security.
A crucial component of the underground communication system is the antenna; a specialized antenna can enhance wireless connectivity significantly.

Poynting Antennas has a long history of designing and supplying specialist antennas for mining and tunnel communication systems in various mines and tunnels.
We manufacture a complete Wi-Fi and LTE range of antennas that are used in mines internationally. Especially our circular polarised helical antenna range.

CONTENTS
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Alphabetically & Numerically listed

4 HELI-3; HELI-3-IS; HELI-4; HELI-4-IS; HELI-5; HELI-6

5 HELI-8; HELI-8-IS; HELI-11; HELI-12; HELI-13; HELI-17

6 HELI-18; HELI-19; HELI-21; HELI-22; HELI-31; HELI-40

7 HELI-41; HELI-42; MIMI-3; MIMO-4;OMNI-297

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OMNI-702; OMNI-703; OMNI-704; OMNI-705; OMNI-706; OMNI-707

9 PUCK-1; PUCK-2; PUCK-4; PUCK-5; PUCK-7; PUCK-8

10 PUCK-12; SPLT-16

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BEYOND A CONNECTED LIFE

HELI-3

HELI-3-IS

HELI-4

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency: 2400-2500 MHz

Max Gain:
Radiation Pattern:
MIMO:
Size (LxWxD):

17.5dBi
Uni-Directional
SISO 1040mm x 145mm x 120mm

HELI-4-IS

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency: 2400-2500 MHz

Max Gain: 17.5dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Uni-Directional

MIMO:

SISO

Size

1040mm x 145mm x

(LxWxD): 120mm

Intrinsically Safe – The antenna is constructed with a special coating to prevent sparks of any kind, that could result in causing a fire.

HELI-5

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency: 2400-2500 MHz

Max Gain: 14.5dBi

Radiation Pattern:
MIMO:
Size (LxWxD):

Uni-Directional
SISO 420mm x 145mm x 120mm

HELI-6

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency: 2400-2500 MHz

Max Gain: 14.5dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Uni-Directional

MIMO:

SISO

Size

420mm x 145mm x

(LxWxD): 120mm

Intrinsically Safe – The antenna is constructed with a special coating to prevent sparks of any kind, that could result in causing a fire.

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency: 1710-2170 MHz

Max Gain:
Radiation Pattern:
MIMO:
Size (LxWxD):

16dBi
Uni-Directional
SISO 514mm x 245mm x 197mm

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Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency: 698-960 MHz

Max Gain:
Radiation Pattern:
MIMO:
Size (LxWxD):

13.5dBi
Uni-Directional
SISO 750mm x 250mm x 210mm

HELI-8

BEYOND A CONNECTED LIFE

HELI-8-IS

HELI-11

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency: 2400-2500 MHz

Max Gain:
Radiation Pattern:
MIMO:
Size (LxWxD):

14.5dBi
Bi-Directional
SISO 2004mm x 142mm x 116mm

HELI-12

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency: 2400-2500 MHz

Max Gain: 14.5dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Bi-Directional

MIMO:

SISO

Size

2004mm x 142mm x

(LxWxD): 116mm

Intrinsically Safe – The antenna is constructed with a special coating to prevent sparks of any kind, that could result in causing a fire.

HELI-13

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency: 2400-2500 MHz

Max Gain: Radiation Pattern:
MIMO:
Size (LxWxD):

12dBi
Uni-Directional
SISO or 2X2 MIMO (possible with RHC & LHC combined) 325mm x 145mm x 115mm

HELI-17

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency: 5000-6000 MHz

Max Gain: Radiation Pattern:
MIMO:

13dBi
Uni-Directional
SISO or 2X2 MIMO (possible with RHC & LHC combined)

Size

321mm x 142mm x

(LxWxD): 114mm

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency:

2400-2500; 50006000 MHz

Max Gain: 13dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Uni-Directional

MIMO:

SISO or 2X2 MIMO (possible with RHC & LHC combined)

Size

321mm x 142mm x

(LxWxD): 114mm

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency: 2400-2500 MHz

Max Gain: Radiation Pattern:
MIMO:
Size (LxWxD):

9dBi
Bi-Directional
SISO or 2X2 MIMO (possible with RHC & LHC combined) 632mm x 142mm x 114mm

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HELI-18

HELI-19

HELI-21

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency: 5000-6000 MHz

Max Gain: Radiation Pattern:
MIMO:
Size (LxWxD):

11dBi
Bi-Directional
SISO or 2X2 MIMO (possible with RHC & LHC combined) 632mm x 142mm x 114mm

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency:

2400-2500; 50006000 MHz

Max Gain: 11dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Bi-Directional

MIMO:

SISO or 2X2 MIMO (possible with RHC & LHC combined)

Size

626mm x 143mm x

(LxWxD): 114mm

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency:

2400-2500; 50006000 MHz

Max Gain: 13dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Uni-Directional

MIMO:

2X2 MIMO

Size

526mm x 415mm x

(LxWxD): 266mm

HELI-22

HELI-31

HELI-40

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency:

2400-2500; 50006000 MHz

Max Gain: 11dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Bi-Directional

MIMO:

2X2 MIMO

Size

603mm x 415mm x

(LxWxD): 266mm

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency: 1700-7200 MHz

Max Gain: Radiation Pattern:
MIMO:
Size (LxWxD):

9.5dBi
Uni-Directional
SISO, 2X2 (possible with RHC & LHC combined) 411mm x 142mm x 114mm

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Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency:

2400 – 2500; 5000 6000 MHz

Max Gain: 4dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Uni-Directional

MIMO:

4X4 MIMO

Size

253 mm x 128 mm x

(LxWxD): 144 mm

HELI-41

BEYOND A CONNECTED LIFE

HELI-42

MIMO-3

Available in Black

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency:

2400-2500; 50006000 MHz

Max Gain:

2.4GHz: 12.5dBi & 5GHz: 13dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Uni-Directional

MIMO:

4X4 MIMO

Size

575 mm x 677 mm x

(LxWxD): 327 mm

MIMO-3
Available in Black

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling

Frequency:

2400-2500; 50006000 MHz

Max Gain:

2.4GHz: 9.5dBi & 5GHz: 13dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Bi-Directional

MIMO:

4X4 MIMO

Size

570 mm x 680 mm x

(LxWxD): 289 mm

MIMO-4
Available in Black

Primary Industry: Transport & Mobility; Marine & Coastal; Farming & Agricultural Secondary Industry: Mining & Tunneling; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters

Frequency:

MIMO-3-12/13; 410470; 698-960; 17102700; 3400-3800 MHz; MIMO-3-14; 5000-6000 MHz

Max Gain: 6dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Omni-Directional

MIMO:

2X2 MIMO; 4X4 MIMO

Size

253mm x 144mm x

(LxWxD): 128mm

OMNI-297

Primary Industry: Transport & Mobility; Marine & Coastal; Farming & Agricultural Secondary Industry: Mining & Tunneling; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters

Frequency:

MIMO-3-15; 410-470; 698-960; 1710-2700; 3400-3800 MHz; MIMO-3-17; 5000-6000 MHz

Max Gain: 6dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Omni-Directional

MIMO:

2X2 MIMO; 4X4 MIMO

Size

253mm x 144mm x

(LxWxD): 128mm

Primary Industry: Transport & Mobility; Marine & Coastal; Farming & Agricultural Secondary Industry: Mining & Tunneling; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters

Frequency:

617 – 7200 MHz, 617 to 6000 MHz (cellular)

Max Gain: 6dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Omni-Directional

MIMO:

2X2 MIMO; 4X4 MIMO

Size (LxWxD):

Ø160 mm x 65 mm

Primary Industry: Commercial & Industrial; Mining & Tunneling; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters; Farming & Agricultural

Frequency:

617-960; 1427-1517; 1710-2700; 34003800 MHz (Band 71US Specific)

Max Gain: 2dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Omni-Directional

MIMO:

SISO

Size (LxWxD):

150mm x Ø70mm

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OMNI-702

OMNI-703

OMNI-704

Primary Industry: Commercial & Industrial; Mining & Tunneling Secondary Industry: Farming & Agricultural; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters

Frequency: 2400-2500MHz

Max Gain:
Radiation Pattern:
MIMO:
Size (LxWxD):

9dBi Omni-Directional SISO 307mm x Ø70mm

OMNI-705

Primary Industry: Commercial & Industrial; Mining & Tunneling Secondary Industry: Farming & Agricultural; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters

Frequency: 2400-2500 MHz

Max Gain:
Radiation Pattern:
MIMO:
Size (LxWxD):

4Bi Omni-Directional SISO 307mm x Ø70mm

OMNI-706

Primary Industry: Commercial & Industrial; Mining & Tunneling Secondary Industry: Farming & Agricultural; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters

Frequency: 5000-6000 MHz

Max Gain:
Radiation Pattern:
MIMO:
Size (LxWxD):

4dBi Omni-Directional SISO 155mm x Ø70mm

OMNI-707

Primary Industry: Commercial & Industrial; Mining & Tunneling Secondary Industry: Farming & Agricultural; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters

Frequency: 5000-6000 MHz

Max Gain: 7dBi

Radiation Pattern:
MIMO:
Size (LxWxD):

Omni-Directional SISO 307mm x Ø70mm

Primary Industry: Commercial & Industrial; Mining & Tunneling Secondary Industry: Farming & Agricultural; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters

Frequency:

2400-2500; 50006000 MHz

Max Gain: 5.5dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Omni-Directional

MIMO:

SISO

Size (LxWxD):

155mm x Ø70mm

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Primary Industry: Commercial & Industrial; Urban & Rural; Farming & Agricultural Secondary Industry: Mining & Tunneling; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters; Farming & Agricultural

Frequency:

2400-2500; 50006000 MHz

Max Gain: 5dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Omni-Directional

MIMO:

2X2 MIMO

Size (LxWxD):

307mm x Ø70mm

PUCK-1
Available in White

BEYOND A CONNECTED LIFE

PUCK-2

PUCK-4

Available in White

Primary Industry: Transport & Mobility; Marine & Coastal; Commercial & Industrial; Mining & Tunneling; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters; Farming & Agricultural

Frequency:

698-960; 1710-2700; 3200-3800 MHz

Max Gain: 6dBi

Radiation Pattern:
MIMO:

Omni-Directional SISO

Size (LxWxD):

Ø99.3mm x 36mm

PUCK-5
Available in White

Primary Industry: Transport & Mobility; Marine & Coastal; Commercial & Industrial; Mining & Tunneling; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters; Farming & Agricultural

Frequency:

698-960; 1710-2700; 3200-3800 MHz

Max Gain: 6dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Omni-Directional

MIMO:

2X2 MIMO – 2-in-1 Antenna: 2 x LTE

Size (LxWxD):

Ø99.3mm x 36mm

PUCK-7

Primary Industry: Transport & Mobility; Marine & Coastal; Commercial & Industrial; Mining & Tunneling; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters; Farming & Agricultural

Frequency:

698-960; 1710-2700; 3200-3800 MHz

Max Gain: 6dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Omni-Directional

MIMO:

2X2 MIMO – 3-in-1 Antenna: 2 x LTE, 1 x GPS

Size (LxWxD):

Ø99.3mm x 36mm

PUCK-8

Primary Industry: Transport & Mobility; Marine & Coastal; Commercial & Industrial; Mining & Tunneling; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters; Farming & Agricultural

698-960; 1710-2700; Frequency: 3200-3800; 5000-
6000 MHz

Max Gain: 7.5dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Omni-Directional

MIMO:

2X2 MIMO – 5-in-1 Antenna: 2 x LTE, 2 x Wi-Fi, 1 x GPS

Size (LxWxD):

Ø99.3mm x 36mm

Primary Industry: Transport & Mobility; Marine & Coastal; Commercial & Industrial; Mining & Tunneling; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters; Farming & Agricultural

698-960; 1710-2700; Frequency: 3200-3800; 5000-
6000 MHz

Max Gain: 7.5dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Omni-Directional

MIMO:

2X2 MIMO – 4-in-1 Antenna: 2 x LTE, 2 x Wi-Fi

Size (LxWxD):

Ø99.3mm x 36mm

Primary Industry: Transport & Mobility; Marine & Coastal; Commercial & Industrial; Mining & Tunneling; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters; Farming & Agricultural

698-960; 1710-2700; Frequency: 3200-3800; 5000-
6000 MHz

Max Gain: 7.5dBi

Radiation Pattern:

Omni-Directional

MIMO:

2X2 MIMO – 3-in-1 Antenna: 2 x LTE, 1 x Wi-Fi

Size (LxWxD):

Ø99.3mm x 36mm

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PUCK-12

SPLT-16

Available in White

Primary Industry: Transport & Mobility; Marine & Coastal; Commercial & Industrial; Mining & Tunneling; IoT, M2M & Smart Meters; Farming & Agricultural

Frequency:

2400-2500; 50006000 MHz

Max Gain: 7.5dBi Wi-Fi

Radiation Pattern:

Omni-Directional

MIMO:

2X2 MIMO – 2-in-1 Antenna: 2 x Wi-Fi

Size (LxWxD):

Ø99.3mm x 36mm

Primary Industry: Mining & Tunneling, Commercial & Industrial, Farming & Agricultural, Urban & Rural

Frequency: 410-7200 MHz

Isolation: Insertion Loss: MIMO:
Size (LxWxD):

-10db
-1db
2X2 MIMO 158mm x 96mm x 40mm (Excluding cables, connectors and adhesive foam)

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