How Can Custom Antenna Mounts Survive Harsh Environments?

Your antenna is only as dependable as its mounting system. If your custom antenna mount can’t withstand challenging environments, then the antenna is useless.  There is simply too much at stake for your antenna. Everything from public transportation systems to military drones depends upon a reliable antenna that can maintain a strong connection.  The antenna mount is a complementary part of this process, and the two should work seamlessly together. When they don’t, signals get lost. In the best case, it can lead to unstable communication. In the worst case, it can compromise safety.

MP Antenna Specializes in Custom Antenna Mounts that Can Survive Challenging Environments

Our leading engineers have a keen understanding of how vital this element is to your overall success. That’s why our custom antenna mounts are designed to withstand these challenges.  We invite you to experience the expertise of our patented technology for yourself. Simply reach out to get an RFQ. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at how our custom antenna mounts can survive difficult environments. 

Materials Designed and Ready for the Challenge

We take time to understand your application so we can select the material for our mounts that best suits your needs. This may involve carefully examining and considering:

• Stainless steel
• Aluminum alloys
• Reinforced composites

For example, we’ll ensure your mount is corrosion resistant, particularly if it will be used in a marine environment or a coastal area. If, on the other hand, you’ll be dealing with freezing temperatures and an Arctic climate, we can make those adjustments. We’ll also prepare your mount for harsh heat or desert environments. 

Engineered to Manage the Load and Stress

Vehicles and towers are subject to vibrations and can stress your custom antenna mount. This is one of many examples where your antenna mount will be tested. Will it withstand the load and stress?  That’s why we design our mounts taking into consideration: 

• Wind load
• Shock
• Vibration
• Weight of load

If you have any concerns about how one of our MP Antenna mounts will meet these challenges, please contact us. We would welcome the opportunity to tell you more about how working with us places you at a distinct advantage. 

Designed to Handle Environmental Uncertainty

Despite even the most accurate forecasts, nature often presents unplanned issues. That’s why our materials, combined with the insight from our leading engineers, can protect the mount against:

• Ice build-up
• Saltwater
• Extensive UV exposure
• Snow loads
• High winds
• Seismic activity

A Secure Fit Enhances Durability

We know that success hinges on managing details, and with MP Antenna, no detail is overlooked. This includes providing a secure and customized fit for your antenna mount. 

Field-Tested = Predictable Reliability

Many antennas and their mounts are field-tested. However, for many companies, this often involves testing them in ideal conditions, without interference from rugged terrain or man-made objects.  At MP Antenna, we don’t believe that’s an accurate assessment of the durability of your custom antenna mount.  When we field-test a product, we put it through its paces in environments it’s most likely to encounter in the real world.

What Factors Are Considered When Designing a Custom Antenna Mount?

The key to designing an effective custom antenna mount is to ensure that the antenna will meet the needs of your specific application. The first step we will take is getting to know how our patented technology can provide the most benefit to your operation. The following are some factors that may be considered:

• Frequency range
• Mounting location
• Load distribution
• Ensuring an optimal location
• Directionality gain
• Vibration
• Environment

Did you know that even your bracket material can affect antenna performance? This also holds true to the type of surface it’s attached to. For example, metal can affect radio frequencies. Furthermore, some surfaces may cause stronger vibrations that affect signal quality.

How Are the Mounts Attached to Different Surfaces?

We will work closely with you to determine which type of mount will work best for your purposes. Some of the types of mounts we use include:

• Ceiling Mounts
• Direct Mounts
• Mast Mounts
• NMO Mobile Mounts
• Surface Mounts

We also make a wide variety of custom accessories to support our antennas, including jumpers, custom enclosures and ground planes.

Can MP Antenna Mounts Withstand Harsh Environments?

Absolutely! We went into detail earlier in this article, but we design our antennas with challenging environments in mind. This includes rugged terrain and inclement weather. Custom mounts can be designed specifically to fit perfectly, offering stability and further protection. 

Does MP Antenna Help With Mount Installation?

While we do not physically install them, we can make recommendations. If the antenna does not have a built-in ground plane, we can recommend the minimum diameter ground plane needed for optimum performance. If a custom bracket or mounting solution is needed, MP can work with the customer to produce it. If an existing bracket is being used, MP can advise on whether it is sufficient. If a bracket’s material is something other than metal, like carbon fiber, we can advise on performance issues.

Can I Receive a Prototype Mount Before It’s Manufactured?

We can provide prototypes of mounts. We aim to produce any prototypes in 30 days or less, but we can provide dimensional and CAD drawings quickly.

MP Antenna: We Customize Your Antenna Mounts to Perform in “Real World” Environments

The environment is not always friendly. In fact, most of the time, it can present difficulties that can be a nightmare for many antennas and their mounts.  But MP Antenna is different.  Our leading engineers customize every mount to ensure it’s what you need, when you need it. A big part of that customization is ensuring that they will withstand real-world issues such as corrosion, snow, high winds and extreme temperatures. Let us put our patented technology to work for you. Ready to get an RFQ? Just complete this form.